You could even argue that the steem network has been freeloading. It has been using resources that do not belong to it. You could even go so far and say that to an extent it is even rent-seeking by not bearing the cost of the external content. Just starting a conversation. What do you think?
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That argument could be made, but since youtube and other sites actually design their content to be embedded and shared at other sites I do not believe it qualifies. It is well within their revenue model.
Though some people might not agree.
I'm in agreement with you that content should be moved onto the blockchain. BUT, if you speed to work everyday and don't get a ticket except for today, is it now that the government is being oppressive?
Question, who is going to bear the price of bringing that content onto the blockchain?
I didn't provide the solution. I was illustrating the problem seeking a solution. It is the seed of thought and discussion.