In theory, this method of 'tipping', here, provided enough consumers want to tip, is supposed to increase the value of a stakeholders account. The math adds up, we've just haven't tapped into that market yet. Currently the content producers here are also playing the role of consumer, and curating or tipping accordingly. The consumers need to outnumber the producers. There's a lot more to say about this business model. The potential has to be realized and embraced. Here's to hoping.
You're right about WLS method of tipping. All they're doing is creating a barrier. That doesn't create demand for the token either. As I stated in your post, if one buys one token, then gives it someone else, the recipient then sells. That's 1 million in, one million out. Here, I showed how 1 million in to a quarter million out is possible. Market to consumers rather than creators.