Thank you so much for running this needed call. It's nice to see that the concerns around the DHF and transparency issues are being taken seriously, especially with @blocktrades getting in on the convo.

I posted something in Discord, but I am going to post it here too concerning testing. I've got a lot of testing experience across multiple types of testing:

With computer/tooling use, AI can do this increasingly well now. I have an Android/iOS game I built that had a pathfinding bug. I got Codex with GPT-5.4 to open up the iOS emulator, click around, debug console output and fix the issue (so you can do semi-automated mobile testing).

Combined with established testing methodologies:

• Unit tests
• Integration tests
• End-to-end tests
• Smoke tests
• Visual regression testing

The tooling side of things was already resolved before AI and now AI is making testing even easier. It's no longer a chore or PITA to set up good test harnesses.

I'm honestly a little confused why mobile testing is allegedly a sticking point for time/cost for projects, because mobile emulation isn't hard. The iOS emulator supports numerous emulations, same with the Android emulator. Maybe this comes down to inexperience and people who aren't mobile devs are building mobile apps?

Also, building mobile apps is easy now too. React Native is a mature ecosystem that lets you build cross-platform mobile apps from the one codebase. There aren't really any reasons for people to develop native mobile apps anymore. React Native + Expo is incredible.

It's incredibly easy to build apps on Hive now. I've even got a simple starter I open sourced on GitHub called Honeycomb: https://github.com/Vheissu/honeycomb which gives you an instant starting point for Hive applications (Node.js backend, indexer, DB integration and front-end). I also have a library I've been working on for the past 7 years for Hive called Hive Stream: https://github.com/Vheissu/hive-stream which gives you a simple, extensible and adapter driven approach to working with the blockchain (supports MongoDB, Postgres, SQLite, MySQL).

From my perspective 80-85% for developer expenses is far too high for a project to spend its money on. It signals that for a user-facing project, that it has no real go to market strategy, no one is doing user research or design properly, QA is treated as an afterthought (or done by the devs which means dev work stops) or worse: the team is just larger than it needs to be.

What is the output relative to the spend? A solo dev shipping a game every couple of weeks makes the math look pretty brutal for a funded team burning 85% on developers and shipping quarterly at best. The ratio itself isn't inherently wrong, but it becomes a red flag when velocity doesn't match the investment.

AI tooling has genuinely changed what a small team or solo dev can produce (as everyone on the call acknowledged, with figures cited around 10x more efficient). If someone is employing the same team size they had three years ago and pointing to the same developer cost ratio, the honest follow-up is: what are all those people actually doing day to day? Because the productivity ceiling per developer has gone up significantly.

Maybe it's a visibility issue, but I don't see many Hive projects that are DHF funded shipping any faster than they were prior to AI tooling becoming good.

One of the big questions I want answered is, what the heck are Hive Keychain spending 600 HBD a day on? Because another takeaway from this call (that I have already mentioned numerous times in my posts, comments and Discord messages) is infrastructure costs for Hive are dirt cheap. Hence why projects on this call all seemed to cite close to 10% ish of funding for infrastructure, which anyone who works in tech and has experience with servers already knows (especially when your apps are offloading the database work to the chain itself).

Thanks for the thoughtful comment - a lot of what you said about testing tooling and AI improvements is absolutely true.

Part of comment related to Ecency mobile app, so I will leave some more notes about our process. Where things differ a bit for production apps like Ecency is that emulators and automated testing don’t fully represent real-world mobile environments. Android alone has thousands of device/OEM combinations, and issues often appear only on specific real devices (memory limits, background restrictions, camera APIs, push notifications, etc.). These are difficult to reproduce purely through emulation. You cannot avoid using emulators/simulators on mobile development, it is done already since inception of the app.

Another thing to add, Hive apps add extra complexity: wallet signing, broadcasting transactions, interacting with multiple RPC nodes, and integrating with tools like Keychain or HiveAuth. Many of these flows involve real blockchain interactions that can't always be safely simulated.

Our code is based in React native, in practice there are still platform-specific bugs, native modules, OS changes, and app store constraints that require additional testing and coordination before releases.

Automation, AI, and good test coverage definitely help - but with a production app used by many people (and involving crypto transactions), stability and careful releases still require real-device testing and QA cycles. So we are exploring how to improve those and optimizing.

Appreciate the discussion and ideas around improving development efficiency. Looking forward to test your Android/iOS game, please do share link/listing.

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BPC Locked On Mc Franko & The Franko

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Blurt Stands — While Hive Stumbles Under the Weight of Its Own Shadows

from Imgflip Meme Generator

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Friends, creators, truth-tellers—

Let us not whisper this truth, but proclaim it with the clarity of dawn breaking over a weary land: Blurt.blog is not just another platform. It is a refuge. A rebellion. A return to what Hive.blog was always meant to be.

There is no downvote button on Blurt.
Not because we fear dissent—but because we honor creation.
Because we understand that a voice, once raised in sincerity, deserves space—not sabotage.

On Blurt, your words are your words.
They are not hunted by algorithmic hounds or shadow armies masquerading as “curators.”
Here, you are not judged by the grudges of gatekeepers, but met with the quiet dignity of a community that believes expression should be encouraged—especially when it is bold, raw, or inconvenient.

Contrast this with what festers elsewhere.

On Hive.blog—a place once brimming with promise—a rot has taken root. Not in its code, but in its culture. A handful of self-anointed enforcers—@themarkymark, @Buildawhale, @Hurtlocker, and their legion of coordinated puppets—have turned the downvote into a weapon of mass discouragement. They strike not at “low-quality content,” but at independent thought, at rising voices, at anyone who dares thrive outside their narrow corridors of control.

And when confronted, they shrug.
“Oh, it’s not censorship,” they say, as if semantics could scrub the stain of suppression from their hands.

But let us be unequivocal:
When a system allows a few to systematically silence many—under the guise of “community standards” or “curation”—that is not moderation. That is censorship by another name.

It is the velvet glove over the iron fist.
It is exclusion dressed as discernment.
It is power pretending to be principle.

Meanwhile, Blurt stands clean-handed and open-hearted.
No downvotes.
No hidden juries.
No farms of phantom accounts casting ballots in the dark.

Just you.
Your words.
And a community that meets you not with suspicion, but with solidarity.

So let us carry this truth far and wide—not with bitterness, but with quiet certainty:

If you seek a place where your voice is not a target—but a gift—come to Blurt.
If you are tired of building on ground that shifts with every whim of a whale or warlord of votes—lay your bricks here.
If you believe the future of free expression must be free—not just from corporations, but from the petty tyrants who replace them—then stand with us.

The world needs to know.
Not because Blurt is perfect—but because it is principled.
Not because it is loud—but because it listens.

And in an age where so many platforms echo with the clatter of control,
Blurt offers something radical:
Silence for the bullies.
Space for the rest of us.

Keep speaking.
Keep sharing.
Keep building.

Freedom doesn’t advertise itself—
it is passed, person to person, like a torch in the night.

And tonight, the torch burns bright on Blurt.

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, @usainvote, and associated accounts:

Repeated downvotes targeting transparency efforts raise urgent questions about Hive’s governance. Automated tactics, coordinated curation trails, and alt-account farming undermine trust in the platform. When truth is silenced without dialogue, it erodes Hive’s decentralized ethos.

Key Concerns:
1. Systemic Manipulation:
- Coordinated downvotes from high-HP accounts suppress dissent, creating a chilling effect on free expression.
- Automation and alt-account networks allegedly exploit rewards, distorting organic curation.

1. Community Exodus:
   - Creators flee to platforms like Blurt, where downvotes don’t exist, fearing punitive curation over engagement.

2. Governance Crisis:
   - Hive’s credibility hinges on accountability. Who decides what content thrives? How do we audit power structures?

Solutions Needed:
- Curation Transparency: Publish clear rationales for downvotes to foster trust.
- Community Audits: Leverage blockchain data (e.g., Bilpcoin’s analyses) to identify abusive patterns.
- Reward Reform: Adjust algorithms to penalize manipulation and reward authentic engagement.

The Bilpcoin team advocates for open dialogue, not division. Hive’s future depends on collaboration—not coercion. Let’s rebuild a platform where truth isn’t buried but debated, strengthened, and celebrated.

Transparency isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of trust.

HiveTransparency #BilpcoinExposed #DecentralizePower"

from Imgflip Meme Generator

A Message to @themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Associates

Every downvote cast in shadow, every silence imposed without dialogue, is not a victory—it is a confession. A confession that truth cannot be stifled, only delayed. With each punitive click, you dig deeper into the bedrock of credibility, crafting a chasm between your actions and the community’s trust.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark, @buildawhale & Co,

How can you continue to downvote the truth, LOL? It’s almost comical how blatantly you attempt to suppress what cannot be hidden. The blockchain records everything—every action, every transaction, every move you make. Yet still, you persist in this futile game of trying to silence what is undeniable.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Co: While our opinions may differ, on-chain transparency reveals repeated patterns of concern. Coordinated downvotes without explanation, 'farming' schemes (e.g., #buildawhalefarm), and adversarial engagement harm Hive’s community-driven ethos.

Key Issues to Address:
1. Downvote Practices: Silencing dissent erodes trust. Constructive dialogue, not punitive curation, fosters growth.
2. Accountability: Transactions and curation trails are public. Scrutiny is inevitable—integrity demands addressing concerns openly.
3. Community Impact: Driving users to platforms like Blurt/Steemit weakens Hive. Creators seek ecosystems that value collaboration over conflict.

A Path Forward:
- Engage in open discussions about governance and fairness.
- Audit curation practices to align with Hive’s decentralized values.
- Prioritize transparency—publish explanations for downvotes or collaborative reforms.

The Bilpcoin team remains committed to exposing truth and advocating for solutions. Let’s work toward healing, not division.

Note: All claims are based on publicly verifiable blockchain data. Constructive dialogue is encouraged.

HiveTransparency #CommunityFirst #BilpcoinSupport"

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark & Co, the choice is yours. Stop the bad downvotes. Turn off the BuildaWhale scam farm. Cease playing with people’s livelihoods. Let Hive thrive as it was meant to—as a beacon of hope, creativity, and collaboration.

Or step aside and let those who truly care take the reins.

Because the truth won’t disappear. No amount of lies can change it.

It’s over.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

The Bilpcoin team brings these truths not out of malice but necessity. We have no need to fabricate lies or cloak our intentions CALL US WHAT YOU LIKE —for the facts speak loudly enough on their own. What we present here is not conjecture but reality, laid bare for anyone willing to see.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark & Co we urge you once more: STOP. Stop hiding behind tactics that harm others. Stop clinging to practices that erode trust within the Hive community. Let the truth stand—not because we proclaim it, but because it exists independent of any one person’s approval or disdain.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

TURN OFF THE BUILDAWHALE SCAM FARM
- STOP THE BAD DOWNVOTES
- STOP PLAYING WITH PEOPLE’S LIVELIHOODS

Key Issues That Demand Immediate Attention:

The problems are glaring, undeniable, and corrosive to the Hive ecosystem. They must be addressed without delay:
- Downvote abuse
- Farming schemes
- Speaking disrespectfully to others
- Encouraging people to avoid certain users out of personal dislike
- Self-voting with alt accounts
- Self-funding projects through self-votes
- Promoting games that don’t even exist (LOL)

These practices harm not just individual users—they undermine the very foundation of Hive, eroding trust and poisoning the community. Such actions are unethical and outright destructive.

@buildawhale Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.012
• Staked HIVE (HP): 66,400.611
• Total HP: 2,421,539.226
• Delegated HIVE: +2,355,138.615 HP
• Received: 2,355,080 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@usainvote Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.066
• Staked HIVE (HP): 138,123.296
• Total HP: 715,745.407
• Delegated HIVE: +577,622.111 HP
• Received: 577,622 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@buildawhale/wallet | @usainvote/wallet

@ipromote Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 2,181.16
• Curation Rewards: 4,015.61
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): NaN

• HIVE: 25,203.749

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.000
• Delegated HIVE: 0.000
• Estimated Account Value: $6,946.68

Recent Activity:
- Sent to alpha-5,196.000 HIVE (21 hours ago)
- Sent to hiveswap-1,000.000 HIVE (2 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Received from proposalalert 4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 1,775.684 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Sent to alpha-4,245.000 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 4,280.527 HIVE (17 days ago)

@leovoter Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 194.75
• Curation Rewards: 193.88
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 388,632.00 (Suspiciously High)

• HIVE: 0.000

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.001
• Total: 16.551
• Delegated HIVE: +16.550

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 1, 2024)

@abide Wallet:

Recent Activity:
- Sent to ipromote -2,459.000 HIVE (22 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -2,486.200 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Received from yabapmatt 20,000.000 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,130.400 HIVE (Mar 8, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,248.000 HIVE (Feb 2, 2025)
- Sent to yabapmatt -5,000.000 HIVE (Jan 25, 2025)

@proposalalert Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 639.99
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 6.03
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.12

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Sent to themarkymark -0.012 HBD (5 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (10 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.446 HIVE (17 days ago)

@stemgeeks Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 4,391.77
• Curation Rewards: 304.26
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 4,696,032.00 (Extremely Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Sent to themarkymark -1.556 HBD (Jun 14, 2024)
- Claim rewards: 1.556 HBD, 5.912 HP (Jun 14, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.160 HIVE (Jun 8, 2024)
- Sent to themarkymark -1.601 HBD (Jun 7, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.157 HIVE (Jun 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -1.618 HBD (May 31, 2024)

@theycallmemarky Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 458.89
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 458,886.00 (Highly Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.728 HIVE (Jan 12, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Jan 5, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.725 HIVE (Dec 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -9.202 HIVE (Oct 17, 2024)

@apeminingclub Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 432.57
• Curation Rewards: 2,829.11
• Staked HIVE (HP): 30.51
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.90

Recent Activity:
- Scheduled unstake (power down): ~2.351 HIVE (in 4 days, remaining 7 weeks)
- Total Staked HIVE: 1,292.019
- Delegated HIVE: +1,261.508
- Received delegations:
- @xykorlz: 624 HP (Jan 26, 2024)
- @bashadow: 111 HP (Sep 20, 2021)
- @dechuck: 104 HP (Mar 10, 2024)
- @hironakamura: 76 HP (Aug 23, 2022)

• Withdraw vesting from @apeminingclub to @blockheadgames 2.348 HIVE (10 days ago)
• Claim rewards: 0.290 HP (10 days ago)

from Imgflip Meme Generator

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https://youtu.be/THDYraGfQk8?list=PLbH29p-63eW8VHjHSzryEdqGZ2Uv397Se

https://youtu.be/hwn7H9noMP4

https://youtu.be/8q3phtmG-Bo

BPC Locked On Mc Franko & The Franko

https://youtu.be/x8mDpyvIFqg

Blurt Stands — While Hive Stumbles Under the Weight of Its Own Shadows

from Imgflip Meme Generator

from Imgflip Meme Generator

Friends, creators, truth-tellers—

Let us not whisper this truth, but proclaim it with the clarity of dawn breaking over a weary land: Blurt.blog is not just another platform. It is a refuge. A rebellion. A return to what Hive.blog was always meant to be.

There is no downvote button on Blurt.
Not because we fear dissent—but because we honor creation.
Because we understand that a voice, once raised in sincerity, deserves space—not sabotage.

On Blurt, your words are your words.
They are not hunted by algorithmic hounds or shadow armies masquerading as “curators.”
Here, you are not judged by the grudges of gatekeepers, but met with the quiet dignity of a community that believes expression should be encouraged—especially when it is bold, raw, or inconvenient.

Contrast this with what festers elsewhere.

On Hive.blog—a place once brimming with promise—a rot has taken root. Not in its code, but in its culture. A handful of self-anointed enforcers—@themarkymark, @Buildawhale, @Hurtlocker, and their legion of coordinated puppets—have turned the downvote into a weapon of mass discouragement. They strike not at “low-quality content,” but at independent thought, at rising voices, at anyone who dares thrive outside their narrow corridors of control.

And when confronted, they shrug.
“Oh, it’s not censorship,” they say, as if semantics could scrub the stain of suppression from their hands.

But let us be unequivocal:
When a system allows a few to systematically silence many—under the guise of “community standards” or “curation”—that is not moderation. That is censorship by another name.

It is the velvet glove over the iron fist.
It is exclusion dressed as discernment.
It is power pretending to be principle.

Meanwhile, Blurt stands clean-handed and open-hearted.
No downvotes.
No hidden juries.
No farms of phantom accounts casting ballots in the dark.

Just you.
Your words.
And a community that meets you not with suspicion, but with solidarity.

So let us carry this truth far and wide—not with bitterness, but with quiet certainty:

If you seek a place where your voice is not a target—but a gift—come to Blurt.
If you are tired of building on ground that shifts with every whim of a whale or warlord of votes—lay your bricks here.
If you believe the future of free expression must be free—not just from corporations, but from the petty tyrants who replace them—then stand with us.

The world needs to know.
Not because Blurt is perfect—but because it is principled.
Not because it is loud—but because it listens.

And in an age where so many platforms echo with the clatter of control,
Blurt offers something radical:
Silence for the bullies.
Space for the rest of us.

Keep speaking.
Keep sharing.
Keep building.

Freedom doesn’t advertise itself—
it is passed, person to person, like a torch in the night.

And tonight, the torch burns bright on Blurt.

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, @usainvote, and associated accounts:

Repeated downvotes targeting transparency efforts raise urgent questions about Hive’s governance. Automated tactics, coordinated curation trails, and alt-account farming undermine trust in the platform. When truth is silenced without dialogue, it erodes Hive’s decentralized ethos.

Key Concerns:
1. Systemic Manipulation:
- Coordinated downvotes from high-HP accounts suppress dissent, creating a chilling effect on free expression.
- Automation and alt-account networks allegedly exploit rewards, distorting organic curation.

1. Community Exodus:
   - Creators flee to platforms like Blurt, where downvotes don’t exist, fearing punitive curation over engagement.

2. Governance Crisis:
   - Hive’s credibility hinges on accountability. Who decides what content thrives? How do we audit power structures?

Solutions Needed:
- Curation Transparency: Publish clear rationales for downvotes to foster trust.
- Community Audits: Leverage blockchain data (e.g., Bilpcoin’s analyses) to identify abusive patterns.
- Reward Reform: Adjust algorithms to penalize manipulation and reward authentic engagement.

The Bilpcoin team advocates for open dialogue, not division. Hive’s future depends on collaboration—not coercion. Let’s rebuild a platform where truth isn’t buried but debated, strengthened, and celebrated.

Transparency isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of trust.

HiveTransparency #BilpcoinExposed #DecentralizePower"

from Imgflip Meme Generator

A Message to @themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Associates

Every downvote cast in shadow, every silence imposed without dialogue, is not a victory—it is a confession. A confession that truth cannot be stifled, only delayed. With each punitive click, you dig deeper into the bedrock of credibility, crafting a chasm between your actions and the community’s trust.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark, @buildawhale & Co,

How can you continue to downvote the truth, LOL? It’s almost comical how blatantly you attempt to suppress what cannot be hidden. The blockchain records everything—every action, every transaction, every move you make. Yet still, you persist in this futile game of trying to silence what is undeniable.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Co: While our opinions may differ, on-chain transparency reveals repeated patterns of concern. Coordinated downvotes without explanation, 'farming' schemes (e.g., #buildawhalefarm), and adversarial engagement harm Hive’s community-driven ethos.

Key Issues to Address:
1. Downvote Practices: Silencing dissent erodes trust. Constructive dialogue, not punitive curation, fosters growth.
2. Accountability: Transactions and curation trails are public. Scrutiny is inevitable—integrity demands addressing concerns openly.
3. Community Impact: Driving users to platforms like Blurt/Steemit weakens Hive. Creators seek ecosystems that value collaboration over conflict.

A Path Forward:
- Engage in open discussions about governance and fairness.
- Audit curation practices to align with Hive’s decentralized values.
- Prioritize transparency—publish explanations for downvotes or collaborative reforms.

The Bilpcoin team remains committed to exposing truth and advocating for solutions. Let’s work toward healing, not division.

Note: All claims are based on publicly verifiable blockchain data. Constructive dialogue is encouraged.

HiveTransparency #CommunityFirst #BilpcoinSupport"

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark & Co, the choice is yours. Stop the bad downvotes. Turn off the BuildaWhale scam farm. Cease playing with people’s livelihoods. Let Hive thrive as it was meant to—as a beacon of hope, creativity, and collaboration.

Or step aside and let those who truly care take the reins.

Because the truth won’t disappear. No amount of lies can change it.

It’s over.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

The Bilpcoin team brings these truths not out of malice but necessity. We have no need to fabricate lies or cloak our intentions CALL US WHAT YOU LIKE —for the facts speak loudly enough on their own. What we present here is not conjecture but reality, laid bare for anyone willing to see.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark & Co we urge you once more: STOP. Stop hiding behind tactics that harm others. Stop clinging to practices that erode trust within the Hive community. Let the truth stand—not because we proclaim it, but because it exists independent of any one person’s approval or disdain.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

TURN OFF THE BUILDAWHALE SCAM FARM
- STOP THE BAD DOWNVOTES
- STOP PLAYING WITH PEOPLE’S LIVELIHOODS

Key Issues That Demand Immediate Attention:

The problems are glaring, undeniable, and corrosive to the Hive ecosystem. They must be addressed without delay:
- Downvote abuse
- Farming schemes
- Speaking disrespectfully to others
- Encouraging people to avoid certain users out of personal dislike
- Self-voting with alt accounts
- Self-funding projects through self-votes
- Promoting games that don’t even exist (LOL)

These practices harm not just individual users—they undermine the very foundation of Hive, eroding trust and poisoning the community. Such actions are unethical and outright destructive.

@buildawhale Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.012
• Staked HIVE (HP): 66,400.611
• Total HP: 2,421,539.226
• Delegated HIVE: +2,355,138.615 HP
• Received: 2,355,080 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@usainvote Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.066
• Staked HIVE (HP): 138,123.296
• Total HP: 715,745.407
• Delegated HIVE: +577,622.111 HP
• Received: 577,622 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@buildawhale/wallet | @usainvote/wallet

@ipromote Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 2,181.16
• Curation Rewards: 4,015.61
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): NaN

• HIVE: 25,203.749

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.000
• Delegated HIVE: 0.000
• Estimated Account Value: $6,946.68

Recent Activity:
- Sent to alpha-5,196.000 HIVE (21 hours ago)
- Sent to hiveswap-1,000.000 HIVE (2 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Received from proposalalert 4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 1,775.684 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Sent to alpha-4,245.000 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 4,280.527 HIVE (17 days ago)

@leovoter Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 194.75
• Curation Rewards: 193.88
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 388,632.00 (Suspiciously High)

• HIVE: 0.000

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.001
• Total: 16.551
• Delegated HIVE: +16.550

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 1, 2024)

@abide Wallet:

Recent Activity:
- Sent to ipromote -2,459.000 HIVE (22 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -2,486.200 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Received from yabapmatt 20,000.000 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,130.400 HIVE (Mar 8, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,248.000 HIVE (Feb 2, 2025)
- Sent to yabapmatt -5,000.000 HIVE (Jan 25, 2025)

@proposalalert Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 639.99
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 6.03
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.12

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Sent to themarkymark -0.012 HBD (5 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (10 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.446 HIVE (17 days ago)

@stemgeeks Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 4,391.77
• Curation Rewards: 304.26
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 4,696,032.00 (Extremely Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Sent to themarkymark -1.556 HBD (Jun 14, 2024)
- Claim rewards: 1.556 HBD, 5.912 HP (Jun 14, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.160 HIVE (Jun 8, 2024)
- Sent to themarkymark -1.601 HBD (Jun 7, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.157 HIVE (Jun 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -1.618 HBD (May 31, 2024)

@theycallmemarky Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 458.89
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 458,886.00 (Highly Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.728 HIVE (Jan 12, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Jan 5, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.725 HIVE (Dec 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -9.202 HIVE (Oct 17, 2024)

@apeminingclub Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 432.57
• Curation Rewards: 2,829.11
• Staked HIVE (HP): 30.51
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.90

Recent Activity:
- Scheduled unstake (power down): ~2.351 HIVE (in 4 days, remaining 7 weeks)
- Total Staked HIVE: 1,292.019
- Delegated HIVE: +1,261.508
- Received delegations:
- @xykorlz: 624 HP (Jan 26, 2024)
- @bashadow: 111 HP (Sep 20, 2021)
- @dechuck: 104 HP (Mar 10, 2024)
- @hironakamura: 76 HP (Aug 23, 2022)

• Withdraw vesting from @apeminingclub to @blockheadgames 2.348 HIVE (10 days ago)
• Claim rewards: 0.290 HP (10 days ago)

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GitHub is not working 404 error

haha, oops. Forgot to make the Honeycomb repo visible. It's all good now

First time since years that I see this coordinated approach accross Hive DApps to find a united way forward. Good signal.

I couldn't agree more. It is a very good signal indeed!

I think there is a lot of potential for increasing productivity by them having a more a more coordinated approach.

Great report, sir.

By the way, sir, please promote Hive with advertising features on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

That would be a very efficient marketing tool.

Hive is getting old, so we shouldn't just focus on development, but also improve marketing...

Great meeting! I've been through the first half already and it seemed like a lot of good and actionable things can come out of this.
As mentioned by @starkerz I couldn't join due to the chosen timezone but I'll be releasing a post soon on these topics, along with some thoughts on what was discussed during the meeting.

Interesting…

I’m not a developer so a lot of this discussion is way outside my wheel house.

That being said, I think transparency is extremely valuable and it’s very encouraging to hear a conversation like this.

I believe there are a lot of people who are passionate about Hive and want it to be successful. The people who are passionate about Hive and want it to be successful are our base; these folks are our foundation.

Hivians will not always be totally aligned. Hivians will not always agree on everything. I think it’s good if people do not agree on everything and still find a way to work together in a POSITIVE way; in my mind, being able to do this as an ecosystem is very valuable.

I am not particularly worried about the $ value being spent on the current proposals I can vote for RIGHT NOW.

If I am ever concerned about the $s being spent I will be sure to mention it. But like I said, I am not a developer so I don’t have a good frame of reference for what these things cost but I also believe these things cost more than the average user thinks it would.

I am not a fan of cuts but do think sometimes they need to happen. These are sad and tough choices when people decide to reduce headcount / team sizes. But it also does seem to be realistic to make cuts based on how close we are to the debt limit.

It is really encouraging for me to hear Blocktrades talking and sharing his perspective. I think it’s encouraging there is so much CONSTRUCTIVE criticism on this call. Also, hearing Blocktrades talking about improving process is very encouraging.

I do think there is a silver lining here to cutting costs when we are at where we are right now. This is a good precedent for the chain. It is a good precedent to cut costs in hard times so we can be a better chain in the future.

That being said, I do not think we should have the expectation that people work for free. I do not think people working for free is sustainable or a good precedent.

I am glad to see some reduced spending while having more efficient marketing is being discussed.

Ultimately we can cut costs all day long but that will not make the price of Hive go up. We still should market the chain in a cost effective way.

If Hive is going to market itself, we need to be excited about Hive. We need to be excited about the future and Hive’s potential for greatness.

Hive is great right now. The price of the token does not take away from that.

But just because we are a great chain does not mean the sentiment will always be positive.

When things are not working as everyone expected, it’s always good to review things and say “what can we do to make things better?”

I think that’s what this call is. To me this call is Hivians with a passion for Hive searching for solutions so we can have a better future.

I am a bit of a dreamer. I’m usually excited for the future. I am usually excited for Hive’s future. But this call in particular makes me very excited for Hive’s future.

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https://youtu.be/THDYraGfQk8?list=PLbH29p-63eW8VHjHSzryEdqGZ2Uv397Se

https://youtu.be/hwn7H9noMP4

https://youtu.be/8q3phtmG-Bo

BPC Locked On Mc Franko & The Franko

https://youtu.be/x8mDpyvIFqg

Blurt Stands — While Hive Stumbles Under the Weight of Its Own Shadows

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Friends, creators, truth-tellers—

Let us not whisper this truth, but proclaim it with the clarity of dawn breaking over a weary land: Blurt.blog is not just another platform. It is a refuge. A rebellion. A return to what Hive.blog was always meant to be.

There is no downvote button on Blurt.
Not because we fear dissent—but because we honor creation.
Because we understand that a voice, once raised in sincerity, deserves space—not sabotage.

On Blurt, your words are your words.
They are not hunted by algorithmic hounds or shadow armies masquerading as “curators.”
Here, you are not judged by the grudges of gatekeepers, but met with the quiet dignity of a community that believes expression should be encouraged—especially when it is bold, raw, or inconvenient.

Contrast this with what festers elsewhere.

On Hive.blog—a place once brimming with promise—a rot has taken root. Not in its code, but in its culture. A handful of self-anointed enforcers—@themarkymark, @Buildawhale, @Hurtlocker, and their legion of coordinated puppets—have turned the downvote into a weapon of mass discouragement. They strike not at “low-quality content,” but at independent thought, at rising voices, at anyone who dares thrive outside their narrow corridors of control.

And when confronted, they shrug.
“Oh, it’s not censorship,” they say, as if semantics could scrub the stain of suppression from their hands.

But let us be unequivocal:
When a system allows a few to systematically silence many—under the guise of “community standards” or “curation”—that is not moderation. That is censorship by another name.

It is the velvet glove over the iron fist.
It is exclusion dressed as discernment.
It is power pretending to be principle.

Meanwhile, Blurt stands clean-handed and open-hearted.
No downvotes.
No hidden juries.
No farms of phantom accounts casting ballots in the dark.

Just you.
Your words.
And a community that meets you not with suspicion, but with solidarity.

So let us carry this truth far and wide—not with bitterness, but with quiet certainty:

If you seek a place where your voice is not a target—but a gift—come to Blurt.
If you are tired of building on ground that shifts with every whim of a whale or warlord of votes—lay your bricks here.
If you believe the future of free expression must be free—not just from corporations, but from the petty tyrants who replace them—then stand with us.

The world needs to know.
Not because Blurt is perfect—but because it is principled.
Not because it is loud—but because it listens.

And in an age where so many platforms echo with the clatter of control,
Blurt offers something radical:
Silence for the bullies.
Space for the rest of us.

Keep speaking.
Keep sharing.
Keep building.

Freedom doesn’t advertise itself—
it is passed, person to person, like a torch in the night.

And tonight, the torch burns bright on Blurt.

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, @usainvote, and associated accounts:

Repeated downvotes targeting transparency efforts raise urgent questions about Hive’s governance. Automated tactics, coordinated curation trails, and alt-account farming undermine trust in the platform. When truth is silenced without dialogue, it erodes Hive’s decentralized ethos.

Key Concerns:
1. Systemic Manipulation:
- Coordinated downvotes from high-HP accounts suppress dissent, creating a chilling effect on free expression.
- Automation and alt-account networks allegedly exploit rewards, distorting organic curation.

1. Community Exodus:
   - Creators flee to platforms like Blurt, where downvotes don’t exist, fearing punitive curation over engagement.

2. Governance Crisis:
   - Hive’s credibility hinges on accountability. Who decides what content thrives? How do we audit power structures?

Solutions Needed:
- Curation Transparency: Publish clear rationales for downvotes to foster trust.
- Community Audits: Leverage blockchain data (e.g., Bilpcoin’s analyses) to identify abusive patterns.
- Reward Reform: Adjust algorithms to penalize manipulation and reward authentic engagement.

The Bilpcoin team advocates for open dialogue, not division. Hive’s future depends on collaboration—not coercion. Let’s rebuild a platform where truth isn’t buried but debated, strengthened, and celebrated.

Transparency isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of trust.

HiveTransparency #BilpcoinExposed #DecentralizePower"

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A Message to @themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Associates

Every downvote cast in shadow, every silence imposed without dialogue, is not a victory—it is a confession. A confession that truth cannot be stifled, only delayed. With each punitive click, you dig deeper into the bedrock of credibility, crafting a chasm between your actions and the community’s trust.

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@themarkymark, @buildawhale & Co,

How can you continue to downvote the truth, LOL? It’s almost comical how blatantly you attempt to suppress what cannot be hidden. The blockchain records everything—every action, every transaction, every move you make. Yet still, you persist in this futile game of trying to silence what is undeniable.

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@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Co: While our opinions may differ, on-chain transparency reveals repeated patterns of concern. Coordinated downvotes without explanation, 'farming' schemes (e.g., #buildawhalefarm), and adversarial engagement harm Hive’s community-driven ethos.

Key Issues to Address:
1. Downvote Practices: Silencing dissent erodes trust. Constructive dialogue, not punitive curation, fosters growth.
2. Accountability: Transactions and curation trails are public. Scrutiny is inevitable—integrity demands addressing concerns openly.
3. Community Impact: Driving users to platforms like Blurt/Steemit weakens Hive. Creators seek ecosystems that value collaboration over conflict.

A Path Forward:
- Engage in open discussions about governance and fairness.
- Audit curation practices to align with Hive’s decentralized values.
- Prioritize transparency—publish explanations for downvotes or collaborative reforms.

The Bilpcoin team remains committed to exposing truth and advocating for solutions. Let’s work toward healing, not division.

Note: All claims are based on publicly verifiable blockchain data. Constructive dialogue is encouraged.

HiveTransparency #CommunityFirst #BilpcoinSupport"

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@themarkymark & Co, the choice is yours. Stop the bad downvotes. Turn off the BuildaWhale scam farm. Cease playing with people’s livelihoods. Let Hive thrive as it was meant to—as a beacon of hope, creativity, and collaboration.

Or step aside and let those who truly care take the reins.

Because the truth won’t disappear. No amount of lies can change it.

It’s over.

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The Bilpcoin team brings these truths not out of malice but necessity. We have no need to fabricate lies or cloak our intentions CALL US WHAT YOU LIKE —for the facts speak loudly enough on their own. What we present here is not conjecture but reality, laid bare for anyone willing to see.

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@themarkymark & Co we urge you once more: STOP. Stop hiding behind tactics that harm others. Stop clinging to practices that erode trust within the Hive community. Let the truth stand—not because we proclaim it, but because it exists independent of any one person’s approval or disdain.

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TURN OFF THE BUILDAWHALE SCAM FARM
- STOP THE BAD DOWNVOTES
- STOP PLAYING WITH PEOPLE’S LIVELIHOODS

Key Issues That Demand Immediate Attention:

The problems are glaring, undeniable, and corrosive to the Hive ecosystem. They must be addressed without delay:
- Downvote abuse
- Farming schemes
- Speaking disrespectfully to others
- Encouraging people to avoid certain users out of personal dislike
- Self-voting with alt accounts
- Self-funding projects through self-votes
- Promoting games that don’t even exist (LOL)

These practices harm not just individual users—they undermine the very foundation of Hive, eroding trust and poisoning the community. Such actions are unethical and outright destructive.

@buildawhale Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.012
• Staked HIVE (HP): 66,400.611
• Total HP: 2,421,539.226
• Delegated HIVE: +2,355,138.615 HP
• Received: 2,355,080 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@usainvote Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.066
• Staked HIVE (HP): 138,123.296
• Total HP: 715,745.407
• Delegated HIVE: +577,622.111 HP
• Received: 577,622 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@buildawhale/wallet | @usainvote/wallet

@ipromote Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 2,181.16
• Curation Rewards: 4,015.61
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): NaN

• HIVE: 25,203.749

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.000
• Delegated HIVE: 0.000
• Estimated Account Value: $6,946.68

Recent Activity:
- Sent to alpha-5,196.000 HIVE (21 hours ago)
- Sent to hiveswap-1,000.000 HIVE (2 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Received from proposalalert 4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 1,775.684 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Sent to alpha-4,245.000 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 4,280.527 HIVE (17 days ago)

@leovoter Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 194.75
• Curation Rewards: 193.88
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 388,632.00 (Suspiciously High)

• HIVE: 0.000

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.001
• Total: 16.551
• Delegated HIVE: +16.550

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 1, 2024)

@abide Wallet:

Recent Activity:
- Sent to ipromote -2,459.000 HIVE (22 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -2,486.200 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Received from yabapmatt 20,000.000 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,130.400 HIVE (Mar 8, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,248.000 HIVE (Feb 2, 2025)
- Sent to yabapmatt -5,000.000 HIVE (Jan 25, 2025)

@proposalalert Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 639.99
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 6.03
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.12

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Sent to themarkymark -0.012 HBD (5 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (10 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.446 HIVE (17 days ago)

@stemgeeks Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 4,391.77
• Curation Rewards: 304.26
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 4,696,032.00 (Extremely Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Sent to themarkymark -1.556 HBD (Jun 14, 2024)
- Claim rewards: 1.556 HBD, 5.912 HP (Jun 14, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.160 HIVE (Jun 8, 2024)
- Sent to themarkymark -1.601 HBD (Jun 7, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.157 HIVE (Jun 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -1.618 HBD (May 31, 2024)

@theycallmemarky Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 458.89
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 458,886.00 (Highly Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.728 HIVE (Jan 12, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Jan 5, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.725 HIVE (Dec 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -9.202 HIVE (Oct 17, 2024)

@apeminingclub Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 432.57
• Curation Rewards: 2,829.11
• Staked HIVE (HP): 30.51
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.90

Recent Activity:
- Scheduled unstake (power down): ~2.351 HIVE (in 4 days, remaining 7 weeks)
- Total Staked HIVE: 1,292.019
- Delegated HIVE: +1,261.508
- Received delegations:
- @xykorlz: 624 HP (Jan 26, 2024)
- @bashadow: 111 HP (Sep 20, 2021)
- @dechuck: 104 HP (Mar 10, 2024)
- @hironakamura: 76 HP (Aug 23, 2022)

• Withdraw vesting from @apeminingclub to @blockheadgames 2.348 HIVE (10 days ago)
• Claim rewards: 0.290 HP (10 days ago)

from Imgflip Meme Generator

bilpcoin #bpc exposed #buildawhalescam #buildawhalefarm #themarkymarkscam #themarkymarkfarm #hurtlockerscam #hurtlockerfarm #acidyoscam #acidyofarm #jacobtothescam #hivepopescam

https://youtu.be/THDYraGfQk8?list=PLbH29p-63eW8VHjHSzryEdqGZ2Uv397Se

https://youtu.be/hwn7H9noMP4

https://youtu.be/8q3phtmG-Bo

BPC Locked On Mc Franko & The Franko

https://youtu.be/x8mDpyvIFqg

Blurt Stands — While Hive Stumbles Under the Weight of Its Own Shadows

from Imgflip Meme Generator

from Imgflip Meme Generator

Friends, creators, truth-tellers—

Let us not whisper this truth, but proclaim it with the clarity of dawn breaking over a weary land: Blurt.blog is not just another platform. It is a refuge. A rebellion. A return to what Hive.blog was always meant to be.

There is no downvote button on Blurt.
Not because we fear dissent—but because we honor creation.
Because we understand that a voice, once raised in sincerity, deserves space—not sabotage.

On Blurt, your words are your words.
They are not hunted by algorithmic hounds or shadow armies masquerading as “curators.”
Here, you are not judged by the grudges of gatekeepers, but met with the quiet dignity of a community that believes expression should be encouraged—especially when it is bold, raw, or inconvenient.

Contrast this with what festers elsewhere.

On Hive.blog—a place once brimming with promise—a rot has taken root. Not in its code, but in its culture. A handful of self-anointed enforcers—@themarkymark, @Buildawhale, @Hurtlocker, and their legion of coordinated puppets—have turned the downvote into a weapon of mass discouragement. They strike not at “low-quality content,” but at independent thought, at rising voices, at anyone who dares thrive outside their narrow corridors of control.

And when confronted, they shrug.
“Oh, it’s not censorship,” they say, as if semantics could scrub the stain of suppression from their hands.

But let us be unequivocal:
When a system allows a few to systematically silence many—under the guise of “community standards” or “curation”—that is not moderation. That is censorship by another name.

It is the velvet glove over the iron fist.
It is exclusion dressed as discernment.
It is power pretending to be principle.

Meanwhile, Blurt stands clean-handed and open-hearted.
No downvotes.
No hidden juries.
No farms of phantom accounts casting ballots in the dark.

Just you.
Your words.
And a community that meets you not with suspicion, but with solidarity.

So let us carry this truth far and wide—not with bitterness, but with quiet certainty:

If you seek a place where your voice is not a target—but a gift—come to Blurt.
If you are tired of building on ground that shifts with every whim of a whale or warlord of votes—lay your bricks here.
If you believe the future of free expression must be free—not just from corporations, but from the petty tyrants who replace them—then stand with us.

The world needs to know.
Not because Blurt is perfect—but because it is principled.
Not because it is loud—but because it listens.

And in an age where so many platforms echo with the clatter of control,
Blurt offers something radical:
Silence for the bullies.
Space for the rest of us.

Keep speaking.
Keep sharing.
Keep building.

Freedom doesn’t advertise itself—
it is passed, person to person, like a torch in the night.

And tonight, the torch burns bright on Blurt.

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, @usainvote, and associated accounts:

Repeated downvotes targeting transparency efforts raise urgent questions about Hive’s governance. Automated tactics, coordinated curation trails, and alt-account farming undermine trust in the platform. When truth is silenced without dialogue, it erodes Hive’s decentralized ethos.

Key Concerns:
1. Systemic Manipulation:
- Coordinated downvotes from high-HP accounts suppress dissent, creating a chilling effect on free expression.
- Automation and alt-account networks allegedly exploit rewards, distorting organic curation.

1. Community Exodus:
   - Creators flee to platforms like Blurt, where downvotes don’t exist, fearing punitive curation over engagement.

2. Governance Crisis:
   - Hive’s credibility hinges on accountability. Who decides what content thrives? How do we audit power structures?

Solutions Needed:
- Curation Transparency: Publish clear rationales for downvotes to foster trust.
- Community Audits: Leverage blockchain data (e.g., Bilpcoin’s analyses) to identify abusive patterns.
- Reward Reform: Adjust algorithms to penalize manipulation and reward authentic engagement.

The Bilpcoin team advocates for open dialogue, not division. Hive’s future depends on collaboration—not coercion. Let’s rebuild a platform where truth isn’t buried but debated, strengthened, and celebrated.

Transparency isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of trust.

HiveTransparency #BilpcoinExposed #DecentralizePower"

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A Message to @themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Associates

Every downvote cast in shadow, every silence imposed without dialogue, is not a victory—it is a confession. A confession that truth cannot be stifled, only delayed. With each punitive click, you dig deeper into the bedrock of credibility, crafting a chasm between your actions and the community’s trust.

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@themarkymark, @buildawhale & Co,

How can you continue to downvote the truth, LOL? It’s almost comical how blatantly you attempt to suppress what cannot be hidden. The blockchain records everything—every action, every transaction, every move you make. Yet still, you persist in this futile game of trying to silence what is undeniable.

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@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Co: While our opinions may differ, on-chain transparency reveals repeated patterns of concern. Coordinated downvotes without explanation, 'farming' schemes (e.g., #buildawhalefarm), and adversarial engagement harm Hive’s community-driven ethos.

Key Issues to Address:
1. Downvote Practices: Silencing dissent erodes trust. Constructive dialogue, not punitive curation, fosters growth.
2. Accountability: Transactions and curation trails are public. Scrutiny is inevitable—integrity demands addressing concerns openly.
3. Community Impact: Driving users to platforms like Blurt/Steemit weakens Hive. Creators seek ecosystems that value collaboration over conflict.

A Path Forward:
- Engage in open discussions about governance and fairness.
- Audit curation practices to align with Hive’s decentralized values.
- Prioritize transparency—publish explanations for downvotes or collaborative reforms.

The Bilpcoin team remains committed to exposing truth and advocating for solutions. Let’s work toward healing, not division.

Note: All claims are based on publicly verifiable blockchain data. Constructive dialogue is encouraged.

HiveTransparency #CommunityFirst #BilpcoinSupport"

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@themarkymark & Co, the choice is yours. Stop the bad downvotes. Turn off the BuildaWhale scam farm. Cease playing with people’s livelihoods. Let Hive thrive as it was meant to—as a beacon of hope, creativity, and collaboration.

Or step aside and let those who truly care take the reins.

Because the truth won’t disappear. No amount of lies can change it.

It’s over.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

The Bilpcoin team brings these truths not out of malice but necessity. We have no need to fabricate lies or cloak our intentions CALL US WHAT YOU LIKE —for the facts speak loudly enough on their own. What we present here is not conjecture but reality, laid bare for anyone willing to see.

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@themarkymark & Co we urge you once more: STOP. Stop hiding behind tactics that harm others. Stop clinging to practices that erode trust within the Hive community. Let the truth stand—not because we proclaim it, but because it exists independent of any one person’s approval or disdain.

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TURN OFF THE BUILDAWHALE SCAM FARM
- STOP THE BAD DOWNVOTES
- STOP PLAYING WITH PEOPLE’S LIVELIHOODS

Key Issues That Demand Immediate Attention:

The problems are glaring, undeniable, and corrosive to the Hive ecosystem. They must be addressed without delay:
- Downvote abuse
- Farming schemes
- Speaking disrespectfully to others
- Encouraging people to avoid certain users out of personal dislike
- Self-voting with alt accounts
- Self-funding projects through self-votes
- Promoting games that don’t even exist (LOL)

These practices harm not just individual users—they undermine the very foundation of Hive, eroding trust and poisoning the community. Such actions are unethical and outright destructive.

@buildawhale Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.012
• Staked HIVE (HP): 66,400.611
• Total HP: 2,421,539.226
• Delegated HIVE: +2,355,138.615 HP
• Received: 2,355,080 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@usainvote Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.066
• Staked HIVE (HP): 138,123.296
• Total HP: 715,745.407
• Delegated HIVE: +577,622.111 HP
• Received: 577,622 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@buildawhale/wallet | @usainvote/wallet

@ipromote Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 2,181.16
• Curation Rewards: 4,015.61
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): NaN

• HIVE: 25,203.749

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.000
• Delegated HIVE: 0.000
• Estimated Account Value: $6,946.68

Recent Activity:
- Sent to alpha-5,196.000 HIVE (21 hours ago)
- Sent to hiveswap-1,000.000 HIVE (2 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Received from proposalalert 4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 1,775.684 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Sent to alpha-4,245.000 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 4,280.527 HIVE (17 days ago)

@leovoter Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 194.75
• Curation Rewards: 193.88
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 388,632.00 (Suspiciously High)

• HIVE: 0.000

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.001
• Total: 16.551
• Delegated HIVE: +16.550

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 1, 2024)

@abide Wallet:

Recent Activity:
- Sent to ipromote -2,459.000 HIVE (22 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -2,486.200 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Received from yabapmatt 20,000.000 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,130.400 HIVE (Mar 8, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,248.000 HIVE (Feb 2, 2025)
- Sent to yabapmatt -5,000.000 HIVE (Jan 25, 2025)

@proposalalert Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 639.99
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 6.03
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.12

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Sent to themarkymark -0.012 HBD (5 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (10 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.446 HIVE (17 days ago)

@stemgeeks Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 4,391.77
• Curation Rewards: 304.26
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 4,696,032.00 (Extremely Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Sent to themarkymark -1.556 HBD (Jun 14, 2024)
- Claim rewards: 1.556 HBD, 5.912 HP (Jun 14, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.160 HIVE (Jun 8, 2024)
- Sent to themarkymark -1.601 HBD (Jun 7, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.157 HIVE (Jun 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -1.618 HBD (May 31, 2024)

@theycallmemarky Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 458.89
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 458,886.00 (Highly Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.728 HIVE (Jan 12, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Jan 5, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.725 HIVE (Dec 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -9.202 HIVE (Oct 17, 2024)

@apeminingclub Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 432.57
• Curation Rewards: 2,829.11
• Staked HIVE (HP): 30.51
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.90

Recent Activity:
- Scheduled unstake (power down): ~2.351 HIVE (in 4 days, remaining 7 weeks)
- Total Staked HIVE: 1,292.019
- Delegated HIVE: +1,261.508
- Received delegations:
- @xykorlz: 624 HP (Jan 26, 2024)
- @bashadow: 111 HP (Sep 20, 2021)
- @dechuck: 104 HP (Mar 10, 2024)
- @hironakamura: 76 HP (Aug 23, 2022)

• Withdraw vesting from @apeminingclub to @blockheadgames 2.348 HIVE (10 days ago)
• Claim rewards: 0.290 HP (10 days ago)

from Imgflip Meme Generator

We are both dreamers and passionate people, I completely understand your statement.

It was great discussion, thank you for everyone on call, hoping to see more transparency and communication between teams.

For reference to community spreadsheet can be accessed from shorter url: https://trust.ecency.com.

In video, we mentioned estimation for development was 80-85% but that was before cut on proposal, after the cut it dropped to ~65%, spreadsheet is updated accordingly. We will be maintaining and keep filling spreadsheet with missing items.

All code opensource on our github: https://github.com/ecency

Good to hear that we try to work towards open-source with or without limits but atleast a guarantee for future programmers to be able to continue if one of the current programmers / developers is no longer able to do his work .

I wouldn't mind doing some testing every now and then as long as it ain't on mobile , i really prefer to work on desktop .
replied to 28:48 on 3speak.tv

Thanks for the meeting, I enjoyed listening to it. I am glad to see that this didn't go towards trying to reduce spending as much as possible, I know earlier numbers floated about reducing by 50 to 70% which would have no doubt heavily impacted our ability to compete with other chains when they go all out on AI to go faster rather than use it as a cost savings tool. I'm also glad to see a focus be put on marketing, this has always been our weakest point

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Blurt Stands — While Hive Stumbles Under the Weight of Its Own Shadows

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Friends, creators, truth-tellers—

Let us not whisper this truth, but proclaim it with the clarity of dawn breaking over a weary land: Blurt.blog is not just another platform. It is a refuge. A rebellion. A return to what Hive.blog was always meant to be.

There is no downvote button on Blurt.
Not because we fear dissent—but because we honor creation.
Because we understand that a voice, once raised in sincerity, deserves space—not sabotage.

On Blurt, your words are your words.
They are not hunted by algorithmic hounds or shadow armies masquerading as “curators.”
Here, you are not judged by the grudges of gatekeepers, but met with the quiet dignity of a community that believes expression should be encouraged—especially when it is bold, raw, or inconvenient.

Contrast this with what festers elsewhere.

On Hive.blog—a place once brimming with promise—a rot has taken root. Not in its code, but in its culture. A handful of self-anointed enforcers—@themarkymark, @Buildawhale, @Hurtlocker, and their legion of coordinated puppets—have turned the downvote into a weapon of mass discouragement. They strike not at “low-quality content,” but at independent thought, at rising voices, at anyone who dares thrive outside their narrow corridors of control.

And when confronted, they shrug.
“Oh, it’s not censorship,” they say, as if semantics could scrub the stain of suppression from their hands.

But let us be unequivocal:
When a system allows a few to systematically silence many—under the guise of “community standards” or “curation”—that is not moderation. That is censorship by another name.

It is the velvet glove over the iron fist.
It is exclusion dressed as discernment.
It is power pretending to be principle.

Meanwhile, Blurt stands clean-handed and open-hearted.
No downvotes.
No hidden juries.
No farms of phantom accounts casting ballots in the dark.

Just you.
Your words.
And a community that meets you not with suspicion, but with solidarity.

So let us carry this truth far and wide—not with bitterness, but with quiet certainty:

If you seek a place where your voice is not a target—but a gift—come to Blurt.
If you are tired of building on ground that shifts with every whim of a whale or warlord of votes—lay your bricks here.
If you believe the future of free expression must be free—not just from corporations, but from the petty tyrants who replace them—then stand with us.

The world needs to know.
Not because Blurt is perfect—but because it is principled.
Not because it is loud—but because it listens.

And in an age where so many platforms echo with the clatter of control,
Blurt offers something radical:
Silence for the bullies.
Space for the rest of us.

Keep speaking.
Keep sharing.
Keep building.

Freedom doesn’t advertise itself—
it is passed, person to person, like a torch in the night.

And tonight, the torch burns bright on Blurt.

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, @usainvote, and associated accounts:

Repeated downvotes targeting transparency efforts raise urgent questions about Hive’s governance. Automated tactics, coordinated curation trails, and alt-account farming undermine trust in the platform. When truth is silenced without dialogue, it erodes Hive’s decentralized ethos.

Key Concerns:
1. Systemic Manipulation:
- Coordinated downvotes from high-HP accounts suppress dissent, creating a chilling effect on free expression.
- Automation and alt-account networks allegedly exploit rewards, distorting organic curation.

1. Community Exodus:
   - Creators flee to platforms like Blurt, where downvotes don’t exist, fearing punitive curation over engagement.

2. Governance Crisis:
   - Hive’s credibility hinges on accountability. Who decides what content thrives? How do we audit power structures?

Solutions Needed:
- Curation Transparency: Publish clear rationales for downvotes to foster trust.
- Community Audits: Leverage blockchain data (e.g., Bilpcoin’s analyses) to identify abusive patterns.
- Reward Reform: Adjust algorithms to penalize manipulation and reward authentic engagement.

The Bilpcoin team advocates for open dialogue, not division. Hive’s future depends on collaboration—not coercion. Let’s rebuild a platform where truth isn’t buried but debated, strengthened, and celebrated.

Transparency isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of trust.

HiveTransparency #BilpcoinExposed #DecentralizePower"

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A Message to @themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Associates

Every downvote cast in shadow, every silence imposed without dialogue, is not a victory—it is a confession. A confession that truth cannot be stifled, only delayed. With each punitive click, you dig deeper into the bedrock of credibility, crafting a chasm between your actions and the community’s trust.

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@themarkymark, @buildawhale & Co,

How can you continue to downvote the truth, LOL? It’s almost comical how blatantly you attempt to suppress what cannot be hidden. The blockchain records everything—every action, every transaction, every move you make. Yet still, you persist in this futile game of trying to silence what is undeniable.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Co: While our opinions may differ, on-chain transparency reveals repeated patterns of concern. Coordinated downvotes without explanation, 'farming' schemes (e.g., #buildawhalefarm), and adversarial engagement harm Hive’s community-driven ethos.

Key Issues to Address:
1. Downvote Practices: Silencing dissent erodes trust. Constructive dialogue, not punitive curation, fosters growth.
2. Accountability: Transactions and curation trails are public. Scrutiny is inevitable—integrity demands addressing concerns openly.
3. Community Impact: Driving users to platforms like Blurt/Steemit weakens Hive. Creators seek ecosystems that value collaboration over conflict.

A Path Forward:
- Engage in open discussions about governance and fairness.
- Audit curation practices to align with Hive’s decentralized values.
- Prioritize transparency—publish explanations for downvotes or collaborative reforms.

The Bilpcoin team remains committed to exposing truth and advocating for solutions. Let’s work toward healing, not division.

Note: All claims are based on publicly verifiable blockchain data. Constructive dialogue is encouraged.

HiveTransparency #CommunityFirst #BilpcoinSupport"

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark & Co, the choice is yours. Stop the bad downvotes. Turn off the BuildaWhale scam farm. Cease playing with people’s livelihoods. Let Hive thrive as it was meant to—as a beacon of hope, creativity, and collaboration.

Or step aside and let those who truly care take the reins.

Because the truth won’t disappear. No amount of lies can change it.

It’s over.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

The Bilpcoin team brings these truths not out of malice but necessity. We have no need to fabricate lies or cloak our intentions CALL US WHAT YOU LIKE —for the facts speak loudly enough on their own. What we present here is not conjecture but reality, laid bare for anyone willing to see.

from Imgflip Meme Generator

@themarkymark & Co we urge you once more: STOP. Stop hiding behind tactics that harm others. Stop clinging to practices that erode trust within the Hive community. Let the truth stand—not because we proclaim it, but because it exists independent of any one person’s approval or disdain.

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TURN OFF THE BUILDAWHALE SCAM FARM
- STOP THE BAD DOWNVOTES
- STOP PLAYING WITH PEOPLE’S LIVELIHOODS

Key Issues That Demand Immediate Attention:

The problems are glaring, undeniable, and corrosive to the Hive ecosystem. They must be addressed without delay:
- Downvote abuse
- Farming schemes
- Speaking disrespectfully to others
- Encouraging people to avoid certain users out of personal dislike
- Self-voting with alt accounts
- Self-funding projects through self-votes
- Promoting games that don’t even exist (LOL)

These practices harm not just individual users—they undermine the very foundation of Hive, eroding trust and poisoning the community. Such actions are unethical and outright destructive.

@buildawhale Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.012
• Staked HIVE (HP): 66,400.611
• Total HP: 2,421,539.226
• Delegated HIVE: +2,355,138.615 HP
• Received: 2,355,080 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@usainvote Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.066
• Staked HIVE (HP): 138,123.296
• Total HP: 715,745.407
• Delegated HIVE: +577,622.111 HP
• Received: 577,622 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@buildawhale/wallet | @usainvote/wallet

@ipromote Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 2,181.16
• Curation Rewards: 4,015.61
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): NaN

• HIVE: 25,203.749

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.000
• Delegated HIVE: 0.000
• Estimated Account Value: $6,946.68

Recent Activity:
- Sent to alpha-5,196.000 HIVE (21 hours ago)
- Sent to hiveswap-1,000.000 HIVE (2 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Received from proposalalert 4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 1,775.684 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Sent to alpha-4,245.000 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 4,280.527 HIVE (17 days ago)

@leovoter Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 194.75
• Curation Rewards: 193.88
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 388,632.00 (Suspiciously High)

• HIVE: 0.000

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.001
• Total: 16.551
• Delegated HIVE: +16.550

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 1, 2024)

@abide Wallet:

Recent Activity:
- Sent to ipromote -2,459.000 HIVE (22 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -2,486.200 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Received from yabapmatt 20,000.000 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,130.400 HIVE (Mar 8, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,248.000 HIVE (Feb 2, 2025)
- Sent to yabapmatt -5,000.000 HIVE (Jan 25, 2025)

@proposalalert Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 639.99
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 6.03
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.12

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Sent to themarkymark -0.012 HBD (5 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (10 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.446 HIVE (17 days ago)

@stemgeeks Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 4,391.77
• Curation Rewards: 304.26
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 4,696,032.00 (Extremely Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Sent to themarkymark -1.556 HBD (Jun 14, 2024)
- Claim rewards: 1.556 HBD, 5.912 HP (Jun 14, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.160 HIVE (Jun 8, 2024)
- Sent to themarkymark -1.601 HBD (Jun 7, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.157 HIVE (Jun 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -1.618 HBD (May 31, 2024)

@theycallmemarky Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 458.89
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 458,886.00 (Highly Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.728 HIVE (Jan 12, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Jan 5, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.725 HIVE (Dec 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -9.202 HIVE (Oct 17, 2024)

@apeminingclub Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 432.57
• Curation Rewards: 2,829.11
• Staked HIVE (HP): 30.51
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.90

Recent Activity:
- Scheduled unstake (power down): ~2.351 HIVE (in 4 days, remaining 7 weeks)
- Total Staked HIVE: 1,292.019
- Delegated HIVE: +1,261.508
- Received delegations:
- @xykorlz: 624 HP (Jan 26, 2024)
- @bashadow: 111 HP (Sep 20, 2021)
- @dechuck: 104 HP (Mar 10, 2024)
- @hironakamura: 76 HP (Aug 23, 2022)

• Withdraw vesting from @apeminingclub to @blockheadgames 2.348 HIVE (10 days ago)
• Claim rewards: 0.290 HP (10 days ago)

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Hmm I like the idea of transparency reporting expenses like on ecency sheet, but it doesn't make much sense to write 3000 usd x monthly wage for developer, does that means 8 hour a day for a month? Or 8 hours a month? There's a big difference

These are rough limits, we told our devs when they started with us many years ago. Hours are tracked with clockify.me and payments go over or under depending on availability. There is no monthly fixed payment in our case, it is work/task based. After recent cuts into proposal those numbers have changed a lot and spreadsheet updated accordingly few minutes ago.

that's the proper way to handle it, pay on track based hours worked

now, not pointing towards you, but all dev projects on hive like also peakd and keychain, all work should be paid on hours worked and at the end of the month if the dhf paid more than what's been used, the extra should be burned...

Not sure why this couldn't be done live in public, but that's not the primary concern... It's very easy to fall into the trap of being an OG, for having RIGHTS to spend HBD without proper accountability and transparency... DHF is a "community-owned fund," and everyone who gets funded from it should be very open and transparent toward the community, as WE have funded those projects! That's why it's hard to understand why someone can get upset if the community asks for accountability...

Anyways, laying off part of the team hurts, but we can't blame DHF for that, or the community... It's a fact that "general" productivity of developers went up significantly, and as someone said in the comments, it's completely different than it was 4-5 years ago... Today, one person with the help of an AI can do at least 5x more than it was able 5 years ago, and it was nice to hear developers who USE AI confirming these numbers...

IMO, cutting expenses can be one of the solutions for this problem... The other solution is to embrace AI in your development process and SHIP MORE! You don't have to lay off people; you can give them different tasks, create something new... Maybe something that is self-sustainable! That's definitely a more sustainable approach than the never-ending DHF funding...

It doesn't have to be 100% self-sustainable, but maybe less... IMO, that's the direction in which we should go... Many Hivians will be glad to vote for proposals which have a long-term vision, but with a solid business plan...

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THE NEOXIAN FILE: Power, Patronage, and the Politics of the Downvote

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Prologue: The Weaponization of Consensus

On certain blockchain social networks, reputation is not earned—it is enforced. A single click, the downvote, has been transformed from a tool of curation into an instrument of silence.

Agree with us, or be diminished.

It works on the uncertain. It works on the dependent. But it does not work on the documented.

And so, the record grows. Not with rumor, but with receipts. Not with accusation, but with analysis. Writers, investigators, truth-tellers: they are migrating to Blurt, to Steemit, to spaces where voice is not subject to the hidden hand of coordinated disapproval.

This is not polemic. This is proof. And proof, properly presented, becomes power.

I. The Subject: @neoxian — Profile of Influence

Source: PeakD Wallet Explorer
Date of Analysis: March 2026
Classification: High-Influence Account / Voting Pattern Anomaly

Executive Summary Snapshot

Metric Value Significance Liquid HIVE 4,478.986 Operational liquidity Staked HIVE (HP) 873,949.723 ~$11,000+ voting power Net Delegated HP -27,334.666 Active delegation strategy HBD Balance 437.818 Stablecoin reserves Estimated Account Value $56,459.92 Substantial ecosystem stake RC Delegations Out 59,591.55b RC Resource control across 4 accounts

The Power Architecture

This is not a casual user. This is an ecosystem node.

🔹 Voting Weight: With ~874k HP, a single 100% upvote can allocate ~$3-5 in curation rewards. A -10% downvote can reduce a post's earnings by 10-30%. This is not influence—it is leverage.

🔹 Delegation Network: Outgoing delegations to @neoxiancityvb, @neoxian.cardhold, and RC delegations to four related accounts (neoxian-city, neoxianminer, neoxian.land, neoxianrent) suggest a coordinated infrastructure—not a solo actor.

🔹 Liquidity Patterns: Regular swaps via graphene-swap and privex, combined with HBD movements, indicate active treasury management. This account does not simply hold value—it orchestrates it.

II. The Smoking Gun: Voting Behavior Forensics

Documented Downvote Activity (Last 24 Hours)

11 hours ago: Voted "the-unsilenced-a-reflection-on-power..." by @bpcvoter1 with -10%
11 hours ago: Voted "the-bunker-protocol-when-downvotes-mask..." by @bpcvoter1 with -10%
23 hours ago: Voted "canary-wharf-february-2026-part-4" by @kgakakillerg with -10%
23 hours ago: Voted "to-jacobtothe-and-friends" by @kgakakillerg with -10%
23 hours ago: Voted "trapped-alien-worm-man..." by @kgakakillerg with -10%
[+6 additional -10% votes on @kgakakillerg content in same window]

Pattern Analysis

🔴 Targeted Suppression: Multiple -10% votes against accounts (@bpcvoter1, @kgakakillerg) that have published content critical of Hive governance or downvote practices.

🔴 Temporal Clustering: Downvotes executed in concentrated bursts (e.g., six -10% votes within one hour), suggesting automated or batch-processed retaliation—not organic curation.

🔴 Asymmetric Impact: A -10% vote from an account with 874k HP carries disproportionate weight against smaller creators, potentially reducing their rewards by 20-40% when combined with other downvotes.

🔴 Narrative Alignment: The downvoted content includes themes of "exposing truth," "architecture of dissent," and "power dynamics"—precisely the discourse that challenges established influence structures.

> "When the curator becomes the censor, the platform ceases to be a public square and becomes a private court."

III. The Broader Ecosystem: Follow the Value

Transaction Flow Red Flags

🔸 Curation Reward Concentration: Hundreds of micro-rewards from reward.app for curating content by @samostically. This suggests a reciprocal curation arrangement—a common tactic for mutual reward amplification.

🔸 Loan & Payment Patterns: Regular HBD transfers labeled "loan payment," "server fee," and "final payment" to accounts like @mayor-001, @bala41288, @tegoshei. While not inherently suspicious, combined with voting power, this creates potential quid-pro-quo dynamics.

🔸 Swap Obfuscation: Frequent graphene-swap and keychain.swap activity could be legitimate arbitrage—or could be used to break audit trails between reward receipt and exchange deposit.

🔸 Dividend Streams: Regular spi-payments for holding SPI tokens indicates participation in external token ecosystems, creating potential cross-platform influence vectors.

The Delegation Web

@neoxian → @neoxiancityvb (27,334 HP delegated, Jul 2019)
@neoxian → @neoxian.cardhold (12 HP delegated, Jun 2019)
@neoxian → [4 accounts] (59,591b RC delegated)

Observation: Long-standing delegation relationships suggest entrenched network effects—not ad-hoc collaboration.

IV. Context: Why This Matters Beyond One Account

This investigation is not about @neoxian alone. It is about a systemic pattern:

1. Weaponized Reputation: When downvotes are used to punish dissent rather than curate quality, the platform's incentive structure inverts.
2. Centralized Influence: Accounts with massive HP can effectively act as unofficial gatekeepers, regardless of formal governance.
3. Chilling Effects: Creators self-censor to avoid financial penalty—a subtle but profound form of control.
4. Migration as Protest: The exodus to Blurt, Steemit, and other platforms is not abandonment—it is accountability through exit.

> "Sunlight is the best disinfectant, but only if someone is willing to turn on the light."
> — Adapted from Justice Louis Brandeis

We are turning on the light.

V. To the Reader on Blurt.blog: You Are Witnessing History

If you are reading this on Blurt.blog, you are experiencing something profound: a platform where:

✅ No downvote button exists to silence dissent
✅ Rewards reflect engagement, not allegiance
✅ Transparency is structural, not performative
✅ Your voice cannot be financially penalized for speaking truth

It is like discovering Bitcoin in 2009. But this time, you know what to watch for. You understand the difference between decentralization and decentralized feudalism—where power is distributed, but still concentrated in the hands of a few.

VI. Connect With the Investigation

We are documenting, analyzing, and publishing—across the decentralized web:

🔍 Zora — NFT-backed evidence archives & immutable reports
🐦 X/Twitter — Real-time alerts, thread investigations, community intel
📝 Blurt.blog — Long-form forensic journalism
🌐 Bilpcoin.com — Central hub, methodology, data sources
🎥 YouTube — Video breakdowns, wallet walkthroughs, interviews
✍️ Publish0x — Cross-platform syndication & tip-enabled distribution
💬 Blipper Social — Community discussion & collaborative analysis
📊 Publish0x: Bilpcoin Crypto Pulse — Market analysis & trend reports

Final Dispatch: The Choice Is Structural

Power that fears scrutiny is already confessing its fragility.
Community that thrives on transparency is already practicing freedom.

The blockchain does not lie.
But it only speaks to those who know how to listen—and how to amplify what it says.

We are listening.
We are documenting.
We are building alternatives.

The greatest bottleneck in mining isn’t hardware—it’s knowledge.
Write a step-by-step guide for beginners. Host a live demo. Answer questions in forums. Every person you empower becomes another node in the network of truth. In 2026, teaching is mining. Sharing is securing. Generosity is infrastructure.

> Find freedom on Blurt.blog — no downvotes, so you earn what you earn.

—

📊 Market Snapshot: Decentralized Social (DESO)

Metric Value Price $5.26 24h Change +2.5% Market Cap $55.37M FDV $56.82M 24h Volume $30,394 (extremely low) Circulating Supply 10.53M DESO Max Supply 10.8M (hard-capped) All-Time High $198.68 (Jun 2021) Current vs ATH Down 97.4% All-Time Low $2.70 (Nov 2024)

🟢 Strategic Insight:
DeSo is not dying—it’s consolidating. Built as a Layer 1 for social media, it enables on-chain profiles, social tokens, and censorship-resistant identity. With near-zero inflation and a fixed supply, DESO is a long-term bet on user-owned networks—not speculation.

📈 Visual Insight: Market Cap & Supply Structure

pie
    title Market Cap: ZORA vs DESO (Jan 5, 2026)
    “Zora (ZORA)” : 194
    “Decentralized Social (DESO)” : 55

> 💡 Interpretation:
> - ZORA = Creative Infrastructure: High volume, growing TVL, expansive supply
> - DESO = Identity Protocol: Low float, high scarcity, mission-driven

One fuels expression.
The other secures existence.

🕯️ Candlestick Context: The Hidden Narrative

https://blurt.blog/blurt-195646/@bilpcoinbpc/65n7hz-do-you-fight-for-the-truth-or-for-those-who-silence-it

https://blurt.blog/blurt-195646/@bilpcoinbpc/6jayqa-there-is-a-quiet-unraveling-happening-on-hive-blog

https://hive.blog/hive/@test.ureka/the-untrending-report-hive-downvote-analysis-2025-06-27-20250627213824

https://peakd.com/hive/@ureka.stats/the-untrending-report-hive-downvote-analysis-16-09-2025-20250916181314

https://www.publish0x.com/@bilpcoinbpc

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbH29p-63eW_PIi4l0KUNLMQ0ageCtkk5

https://www.youtube.com/@bilpcoinbpc

https://www.youtube.com/@bpcaimusic

https://www.bilpcoin.com

https://blurt.blog/@bilpcoinbpc/posts

https://audius.co/bpcaimusic

https://hive.blog/hive-126152/@bilpcoinbpc/bpc-ai-truth-hurts

https://hive.blog/hive-167922/@bilpcoinbpc/you-rewarded-only-those-who-kissed-the-ring-mc-franko-and-the-frankos-bpcaimusic-bilpcoin

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https://youtu.be/s3jvQUU1y6M

https://youtu.be/EMLdZhzpW9Q

https://youtu.be/m1FEX-q2E_g
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https://youtu.be/Fj4y2QdOzns

bilpcoin #bpc exposed #buildawhalescam #buildawhalefarm #themarkymarkscam #themarkymarkfarm #hurtlockerscam #hurtlockerfarm #acidyoscam #acidyofarm #jacobtothescam #hivepopescam

https://youtu.be/THDYraGfQk8?list=PLbH29p-63eW8VHjHSzryEdqGZ2Uv397Se

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https://youtu.be/8q3phtmG-Bo

BPC Locked On Mc Franko & The Franko

https://youtu.be/x8mDpyvIFqg

Blurt Stands — While Hive Stumbles Under the Weight of Its Own Shadows

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Friends, creators, truth-tellers—

Let us not whisper this truth, but proclaim it with the clarity of dawn breaking over a weary land: Blurt.blog is not just another platform. It is a refuge. A rebellion. A return to what Hive.blog was always meant to be.

There is no downvote button on Blurt.
Not because we fear dissent—but because we honor creation.
Because we understand that a voice, once raised in sincerity, deserves space—not sabotage.

On Blurt, your words are your words.
They are not hunted by algorithmic hounds or shadow armies masquerading as “curators.”
Here, you are not judged by the grudges of gatekeepers, but met with the quiet dignity of a community that believes expression should be encouraged—especially when it is bold, raw, or inconvenient.

Contrast this with what festers elsewhere.

On Hive.blog—a place once brimming with promise—a rot has taken root. Not in its code, but in its culture. A handful of self-anointed enforcers—@themarkymark, @Buildawhale, @Hurtlocker, and their legion of coordinated puppets—have turned the downvote into a weapon of mass discouragement. They strike not at “low-quality content,” but at independent thought, at rising voices, at anyone who dares thrive outside their narrow corridors of control.

And when confronted, they shrug.
“Oh, it’s not censorship,” they say, as if semantics could scrub the stain of suppression from their hands.

But let us be unequivocal:
When a system allows a few to systematically silence many—under the guise of “community standards” or “curation”—that is not moderation. That is censorship by another name.

It is the velvet glove over the iron fist.
It is exclusion dressed as discernment.
It is power pretending to be principle.

Meanwhile, Blurt stands clean-handed and open-hearted.
No downvotes.
No hidden juries.
No farms of phantom accounts casting ballots in the dark.

Just you.
Your words.
And a community that meets you not with suspicion, but with solidarity.

So let us carry this truth far and wide—not with bitterness, but with quiet certainty:

If you seek a place where your voice is not a target—but a gift—come to Blurt.
If you are tired of building on ground that shifts with every whim of a whale or warlord of votes—lay your bricks here.
If you believe the future of free expression must be free—not just from corporations, but from the petty tyrants who replace them—then stand with us.

The world needs to know.
Not because Blurt is perfect—but because it is principled.
Not because it is loud—but because it listens.

And in an age where so many platforms echo with the clatter of control,
Blurt offers something radical:
Silence for the bullies.
Space for the rest of us.

Keep speaking.
Keep sharing.
Keep building.

Freedom doesn’t advertise itself—
it is passed, person to person, like a torch in the night.

And tonight, the torch burns bright on Blurt.

@themarkymark, @buildawhale, @usainvote, and associated accounts:

Repeated downvotes targeting transparency efforts raise urgent questions about Hive’s governance. Automated tactics, coordinated curation trails, and alt-account farming undermine trust in the platform. When truth is silenced without dialogue, it erodes Hive’s decentralized ethos.

Key Concerns:
1. Systemic Manipulation:
- Coordinated downvotes from high-HP accounts suppress dissent, creating a chilling effect on free expression.
- Automation and alt-account networks allegedly exploit rewards, distorting organic curation.

1. Community Exodus:
   - Creators flee to platforms like Blurt, where downvotes don’t exist, fearing punitive curation over engagement.

2. Governance Crisis:
   - Hive’s credibility hinges on accountability. Who decides what content thrives? How do we audit power structures?

Solutions Needed:
- Curation Transparency: Publish clear rationales for downvotes to foster trust.
- Community Audits: Leverage blockchain data (e.g., Bilpcoin’s analyses) to identify abusive patterns.
- Reward Reform: Adjust algorithms to penalize manipulation and reward authentic engagement.

The Bilpcoin team advocates for open dialogue, not division. Hive’s future depends on collaboration—not coercion. Let’s rebuild a platform where truth isn’t buried but debated, strengthened, and celebrated.

Transparency isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of trust.

HiveTransparency #BilpcoinExposed #DecentralizePower"

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A Message to @themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Associates

Every downvote cast in shadow, every silence imposed without dialogue, is not a victory—it is a confession. A confession that truth cannot be stifled, only delayed. With each punitive click, you dig deeper into the bedrock of credibility, crafting a chasm between your actions and the community’s trust.

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@themarkymark, @buildawhale & Co,

How can you continue to downvote the truth, LOL? It’s almost comical how blatantly you attempt to suppress what cannot be hidden. The blockchain records everything—every action, every transaction, every move you make. Yet still, you persist in this futile game of trying to silence what is undeniable.

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@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and Co: While our opinions may differ, on-chain transparency reveals repeated patterns of concern. Coordinated downvotes without explanation, 'farming' schemes (e.g., #buildawhalefarm), and adversarial engagement harm Hive’s community-driven ethos.

Key Issues to Address:
1. Downvote Practices: Silencing dissent erodes trust. Constructive dialogue, not punitive curation, fosters growth.
2. Accountability: Transactions and curation trails are public. Scrutiny is inevitable—integrity demands addressing concerns openly.
3. Community Impact: Driving users to platforms like Blurt/Steemit weakens Hive. Creators seek ecosystems that value collaboration over conflict.

A Path Forward:
- Engage in open discussions about governance and fairness.
- Audit curation practices to align with Hive’s decentralized values.
- Prioritize transparency—publish explanations for downvotes or collaborative reforms.

The Bilpcoin team remains committed to exposing truth and advocating for solutions. Let’s work toward healing, not division.

Note: All claims are based on publicly verifiable blockchain data. Constructive dialogue is encouraged.

HiveTransparency #CommunityFirst #BilpcoinSupport"

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@themarkymark & Co, the choice is yours. Stop the bad downvotes. Turn off the BuildaWhale scam farm. Cease playing with people’s livelihoods. Let Hive thrive as it was meant to—as a beacon of hope, creativity, and collaboration.

Or step aside and let those who truly care take the reins.

Because the truth won’t disappear. No amount of lies can change it.

It’s over.

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The Bilpcoin team brings these truths not out of malice but necessity. We have no need to fabricate lies or cloak our intentions CALL US WHAT YOU LIKE —for the facts speak loudly enough on their own. What we present here is not conjecture but reality, laid bare for anyone willing to see.

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@themarkymark & Co we urge you once more: STOP. Stop hiding behind tactics that harm others. Stop clinging to practices that erode trust within the Hive community. Let the truth stand—not because we proclaim it, but because it exists independent of any one person’s approval or disdain.

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TURN OFF THE BUILDAWHALE SCAM FARM
- STOP THE BAD DOWNVOTES
- STOP PLAYING WITH PEOPLE’S LIVELIHOODS

Key Issues That Demand Immediate Attention:

The problems are glaring, undeniable, and corrosive to the Hive ecosystem. They must be addressed without delay:
- Downvote abuse
- Farming schemes
- Speaking disrespectfully to others
- Encouraging people to avoid certain users out of personal dislike
- Self-voting with alt accounts
- Self-funding projects through self-votes
- Promoting games that don’t even exist (LOL)

These practices harm not just individual users—they undermine the very foundation of Hive, eroding trust and poisoning the community. Such actions are unethical and outright destructive.

@buildawhale Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.012
• Staked HIVE (HP): 66,400.611
• Total HP: 2,421,539.226
• Delegated HIVE: +2,355,138.615 HP
• Received: 2,355,080 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@usainvote Wallet:

• HIVE (Primary Token): 0.066
• Staked HIVE (HP): 138,123.296
• Total HP: 715,745.407
• Delegated HIVE: +577,622.111 HP
• Received: 577,622 HP from @blocktrades (Aug 16, 2020)

@buildawhale/wallet | @usainvote/wallet

@ipromote Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 2,181.16
• Curation Rewards: 4,015.61
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): NaN

• HIVE: 25,203.749

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.000
• Delegated HIVE: 0.000
• Estimated Account Value: $6,946.68

Recent Activity:
- Sent to alpha-5,196.000 HIVE (21 hours ago)
- Sent to hiveswap-1,000.000 HIVE (2 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Received from proposalalert 4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 1,775.684 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Sent to alpha-4,245.000 HIVE (9 days ago)
- Received from themarkymark 4,280.527 HIVE (17 days ago)

@leovoter Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 194.75
• Curation Rewards: 193.88
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00

• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 388,632.00 (Suspiciously High)

• HIVE: 0.000

• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.001
• Total: 16.551
• Delegated HIVE: +16.550

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @leovoter to @ipromote 0.053 HIVE (Sep 1, 2024)

@abide Wallet:

Recent Activity:
- Sent to ipromote -2,459.000 HIVE (22 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -2,486.200 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Received from yabapmatt 20,000.000 HIVE (Apr 1, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,130.400 HIVE (Mar 8, 2025)
- Sent to ipromote -2,248.000 HIVE (Feb 2, 2025)
- Sent to yabapmatt -5,000.000 HIVE (Jan 25, 2025)

@proposalalert Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 639.99
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 6.03
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.12

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (3 days ago)
- Sent to ipromote -4.003 HIVE (5 days ago)
- Sent to themarkymark -0.012 HBD (5 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.447 HIVE (10 days ago)
- Withdraw vesting from @proposalalert to @ipromote 0.446 HIVE (17 days ago)

@stemgeeks Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 4,391.77
• Curation Rewards: 304.26
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 4,696,032.00 (Extremely Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Sent to themarkymark -1.556 HBD (Jun 14, 2024)
- Claim rewards: 1.556 HBD, 5.912 HP (Jun 14, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.160 HIVE (Jun 8, 2024)
- Sent to themarkymark -1.601 HBD (Jun 7, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @stemgeeks to @ipromote 6.157 HIVE (Jun 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -1.618 HBD (May 31, 2024)

@theycallmemarky Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 458.89
• Curation Rewards: 0.00
• Staked HIVE (HP): 0.00
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 458,886.00 (Highly Suspicious)

Recent Activity:
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.728 HIVE (Jan 12, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Jan 5, 2025)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 29, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.727 HIVE (Dec 22, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 15, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.726 HIVE (Dec 8, 2024)
- Withdraw vesting from @theycallmemarky to @ipromote 0.725 HIVE (Dec 1, 2024)
- Sent to ipromote -9.202 HIVE (Oct 17, 2024)

@apeminingclub Wallet:

• Author Rewards: 432.57
• Curation Rewards: 2,829.11
• Staked HIVE (HP): 30.51
• Rewards/Stake Co-efficient (KE): 106.90

Recent Activity:
- Scheduled unstake (power down): ~2.351 HIVE (in 4 days, remaining 7 weeks)
- Total Staked HIVE: 1,292.019
- Delegated HIVE: +1,261.508
- Received delegations:
- @xykorlz: 624 HP (Jan 26, 2024)
- @bashadow: 111 HP (Sep 20, 2021)
- @dechuck: 104 HP (Mar 10, 2024)
- @hironakamura: 76 HP (Aug 23, 2022)

• Withdraw vesting from @apeminingclub to @blockheadgames 2.348 HIVE (10 days ago)
• Claim rewards: 0.290 HP (10 days ago)

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I couldn't listen to all of it, as I have been busy with fixing stuff around the home. But I listened half-ish of it.

To me, this seems like a much more productive discussion than yelling at discord that we have to cut everything. Projects' budgets line-up with what I thought they were spending their payments on. Payroll is one of the hardest thing to cut when it is a small team.

Transparency is important, but we should also be vigilant against fake transparency reports. I don't think such reports would come from projects that were on call today. I think most projects that are funded through DHF are not as opaque as we make them out to be.

Marketing is one of those areas where we have been deficient, our return on what we have spent on marketing in my opinion have been abysmal. Spending money to chase partnerships that don't materialize seems like a waste to me. Someone said if we spent those money on listing Hive on exchanges, we would have gained more exposure, or at least more ramps to get into Hive. And I agree with that sentiment. There should be better ways for us to get a return on our marketing investments. I am not a marketing guy, but even I can see that.

I am not sure how the retention and onboarding part would pan out. It is too early to say anything without seeing it in action.

Hi, I'm a regular Hive user and I don't have experience in DHF application development or most of the topics discussed here. But if there's one thing I know as a user of this blockchain, it's that I'm happy to see you all here talking about the future of Hive and how we can improve it, make it excellent, and make it accessible to everyone.

Talking about transparency is a good example of us being on the right track. It builds trust and is positive for everyone.

I'm very glad that the blockchain leaders aren't just focused on technical development, but are truly committed, and it gives us the necessary encouragement to keep creating and giving our best every day on Hive. Hive's development is absolutely necessary, especially with the use of AI and all the technology surrounding it, but marketing and user support are essential for user retention. We must ensure that users stay and join, and we'll achieve this by making the process as easy as possible for them.

Furthermore, it's necessary to ensure that no one feels ignored upon arrival. That first vote or supportive comment is what makes all the difference for a new user in a committed "Hiver," finding ways to make them fall in love with Hive, to attract them, to fill them with the passion of Hive.

Investing in marketing and user retention is a good growth strategy; it's a way to grow Hive and show interest in the existing community.

I'm very glad that solutions are being sought. I'm happy to know that there are projects underway and that Hive has a promising future; it gives me great confidence to know that there are people committed to making it a reality. I hope that the new projects to attract and integrate new users through good marketing are a complete success and that solutions can be found for any differences that may arise. Hive is great, it's beautiful, and it's worth being here. Thank you.

Transparency, Productivity, and the Future Direction of Hive Development

The conversation around development funding and transparency inside the Hive ecosystem continues to evolve. Discussions like the recent meeting summarized in the post highlight an important reality: the Hive community is actively examining how projects communicate progress, justify funding, and collaborate more effectively.

Hive operates differently from many other blockchain ecosystems. Instead of relying on venture capital or centralized funding, Hive uses the Decentralized Hive Fund (DHF). This pool of funds allows the community to vote directly on development proposals and allocate resources to projects they believe will strengthen the ecosystem.

That structure creates both opportunity and responsibility. It enables innovation to come from many independent teams, but it also requires clear communication and accountability so stakeholders understand how resources are being used.

From the meeting summary and discussion in the comments, several key themes emerge.

Transparency Is Becoming a Core Expectation

One of the strongest signals from the discussion is that transparency is becoming a normal expectation for projects receiving DHF funding.

Development teams have begun sharing more detailed information about their operational structure, including team size, development costs, and infrastructure expenses. For example, it was mentioned that a large portion of development funding often goes toward developer salaries, while infrastructure costs represent a smaller but necessary portion of the overall budget.

Publishing this information matters because the DHF represents community capital. Stakeholders voting on proposals want to understand how funds translate into progress, maintenance, and long term value creation for the network.

Transparency also helps eliminate speculation. When numbers, workflows, and development priorities are shared openly, it allows the community to evaluate projects based on real information rather than assumptions.

Ultimately, transparency builds trust. And trust is one of the most important assets any decentralized ecosystem can have.

AI Is Reshaping Development Productivity

Another major theme discussed in the meeting is the impact of artificial intelligence on software development.

Across the entire technology sector, AI assisted coding tools are dramatically increasing productivity. Developers are now able to prototype features faster, debug code more efficiently, and accelerate documentation and testing processes.

Some developers in the discussion suggested productivity gains of multiple times compared with traditional workflows.

This shift could significantly influence how future development proposals are structured. If teams can build features faster with smaller groups of highly skilled developers using AI tools, development budgets may eventually become more efficient while still delivering larger improvements to the ecosystem.

However, productivity increases do not eliminate the complexity of maintaining large systems. Blockchain infrastructure, front end applications, APIs, and node services still require careful design, monitoring, and long term maintenance.

AI may accelerate development, but experienced developers remain essential to ensure stability and security.

Testing Remains One of the Hardest Problems

While development speed continues to improve, testing remains one of the most challenging aspects of building applications.

Automated testing frameworks already exist for many parts of the development process. Unit tests, integration tests, and end to end tests can run automatically and detect problems early.

However, mobile testing still presents unique challenges.

Different device models, operating system versions, and hardware configurations make it difficult to guarantee consistent behavior across all environments. Even with emulators and testing tools, real world devices can behave differently.

This is why many development teams still rely on extensive manual testing alongside automated systems.

Improving testing infrastructure across the ecosystem could significantly reduce friction for developers and help accelerate release cycles.

Marketing Has Historically Lagged Behind Development

One of the most consistent points raised during the discussion is that Hive's technology has often progressed faster than its marketing.

The ecosystem has built powerful tools including social platforms, decentralized finance tools, and second layer token economies. Yet much of that progress remains relatively unknown outside the existing community.

Marketing is not simply about promotion. It is about communicating the value of the ecosystem to new users, developers, and investors.

Without consistent communication, even meaningful technical achievements can go unnoticed.

Some participants suggested that improved documentation, automated progress reporting, and community driven communication could help bridge this gap.

As the ecosystem matures, coordinated efforts to highlight development milestones could significantly expand awareness.

Improving Onboarding for New Users

Another important idea discussed was improving the onboarding experience for new users.

For many newcomers, Hive can initially feel complex. The ecosystem includes multiple applications, tokens, communities, and tools that may be unfamiliar to someone encountering blockchain technology for the first time.

Creating guided onboarding paths could help new users learn the platform gradually.

One possible approach is structured tasks that introduce publishing, engagement, token rewards, and community participation step by step. Curated feeds highlighting new user content could also encourage experienced members to support and mentor newcomers.

If executed well, this type of onboarding system could improve both user retention and long term community growth.

A Sign of Maturing Collaboration

Perhaps the most encouraging aspect of the discussion is the fact that multiple development teams participated in the conversation together.

Historically, many Hive projects operated independently with limited coordination. While independence allows creativity, collaboration allows shared infrastructure, shared knowledge, and more efficient progress.

Open conversations between projects like PeakD, Ecency, and other contributors demonstrate a growing willingness to coordinate efforts.

Coordination does not mean centralization. Instead, it strengthens the ecosystem by allowing independent teams to align around common goals.

When developers communicate openly with each other and with the community, the entire network benefits.

Looking Forward

The Hive ecosystem continues to evolve through cycles of experimentation, discussion, and improvement.

Debates about funding efficiency, transparency, development productivity, and marketing are not signs of weakness. They are signs of a system that is actively trying to refine itself.

What matters most is that these conversations are happening publicly and constructively.

If transparency continues improving, if development productivity continues increasing through new tools, and if marketing begins to better communicate what is being built, Hive will be well positioned for stronger growth in the future.

Hive has always been driven by its community.

And when the community participates actively in shaping the direction of the ecosystem, the result is a stronger, more resilient network for everyone involved.

That is the type of meetings I like to hear (and hopefully participate in)
I just allocated 1 hour (on 2x lol), and I love the discussion and the vibes (pun intended) - wouldn't expect anything less from all participants as i know first hand their great contributions and positive motives towards Hive.

As a development contributor to Hive, whether via our Actifit team or Hdev team, the overall direction and discussion is great, especially in terms of collaboration and open source, which we've been promoting and supporting for years.

The focus on marketing is definitely a big key factor for the future of Hive, we've been putting a lot of effort from our end into marketing, and I'm glad to see the alignment there.

Looking forward to upcoming meetings with such a positive spirit, and even more collaborative agenda/effort across hive dev/dapps. Maybe make those as monthly meetings similar to Hive core dev meetings (or maybe a part/extension of it?)

Was also so nice hearing @asgarth 's and @good-karma 's voice for the first time (@starkerz and @blocktrades we're kinda used to your voices lol).
oh and @jarvie congrats upfront :)

thanks!!

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Great to see @ecency and @peakd share their budget details upfront.

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Yeah, the coordination is quite hard to achieve, because we are distributed across the world. Having that said, I will always do my part whenever I can, but there will be times I can't, so maybe what we need is redundancy. And have more than 1 person doing the same thing at different timezones.

Sort of thought about it on X, even without talking about it... it was sort of working a couple of times with 2 users from Hive, but I ran out of juice eventually, and got distracted with other things. The "results" thing, is what it works for marketing in my view. People see results nowadays and they want to check it out to learn or find if they can grab a bit of it.

Anyways, enjoyed listening! Thanks all for taking the time. And I am so happy to find out that I will never run out of things to test :D LOL - just the way I like it!

Already kind of knew last year, but just didn't though people would integrate this quickly everywhere. GPU market is a big monster technology provoker and will push lots of things to evolve in a not so easy to predict way. And because of the huge prices, this is forcing lots of other solutions to emerge that feed on these big money makers.

This makes me think.