This is great analysis here.
The best way to increase the Steem users is to get rid of the power down period or to reduce the period to 3 days. In this way, the author rewards would rise as well as the curation rewards, and the interests would rise too.
If i am to ask,is a person allowed to Power down at anytime of their choice?
If yes then that should be discouraged.
How many Power Downs is an individual allowed to carry out in a year?