What the blockchain community is still looking for, even after all these years, is the metaphorical “killer app”, that first blockchain product that will significantly improve on something concrete and bring the masses on board.
Particl recognizes they are not yet there. A lot of things have to be done to simplify the processes and usebility.
So they grow and learn, but more important, Particl is one of the few blockchain projects that have delivered a live blockchain product, like steemit has.