The SMT development project is truly the epitome of @ned trying to bring 100,000 entrepreneurs into the ecosystem. It allows ways to engage communities through different interactions that focus on the attention and engagement. These will be rewarded and share with the SMT economy. I think it is brilliant and can demonstrate the true potential of blockchain technology.
I was too happy to claim an account two weeks ago when I had enough SP but the cost has gotten just beyond my reach. I am considering an additional STEEM purchase to get me there... I want to accumulate as well for whatever the future holds!
I use steeminvite.com which has the current price there too. Keep an eye on it because it fluctuates daily it seems and perhaps you can catch it at the right time .