Hi @kurtbeil, this is a really interesting article..
This is a discussion that always occurs between "fanatics" of any group, just as you indicate. For me, I believe that the different cryptocurrencies should not be seen as competitors, but as complementary systems that should contribute efficiently to a "higher-level organism".
When I participate in this type of discussions of the cryptocurrencies, I use the organic analogy of a human being. I simply argue that each organ fulfills a specialized function that is fundamental to the normal development of the body. Within each organ are exchanged different enzymes and proteins that are usually exclusive to that organ. That would be the criptocurrency. These enzymes and proteins, not that they are better or worse than others, are simply essential to the functioning of that particular organ. They may not work for any other organ, but if it did not exist, that organ would collapse and the whole body would suffer the consequences. In fact, none of the other organs have to be aware of the existence of other organs.
Therefore, it is ridiculous to try to establish which cryptocurrency is better than another, basically all are important for the normal development of the ecosystem.
Of course, there are organs or parts that do not seem to be essential, perhaps the appendix, which can be eliminated without the body suffering serious consequences, and even when they are not functioning properly, if they are not eliminated, they can create chaos in the ecosystem.
Hence, my analysis in the cryptocurrency always focuses on elucidating what essential function meets that cryptocoin in the ecosystem, and very important, try to understand what would happen to the ecosystem if that cryptocurrency cease to exist.
This line of thought is what led me to the conclusion that Steem is essential for the future development of the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Best regards…
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Very much appreciate the thoughtful feedback .. I think your biological description of the evolving ecosystem is a very good way to view this - the best proteins will emerge as dominant, while some of these systems will serve merely as catalysts for others, and run their course .. other successful creations will be supplanted by improved variations, but for certain a wide range will be in-use, serving many functions ... it's a very fascinating and I think entirely accurate perspective!