The network effect and the decentralized nature of contributions to the Steem Blockchain has more potential than a more centralised creation of value, current state of Ethereum for example.
I’m not familiar with the Ethereum blockchain to compare it to Steem’s. But isn’t the Steem blockchain essentially a decentralization through elected representatives. Due to the witnesses being voted in. This also seems to generate an imbalanced growth. Again not comparing to any other blockchain but mainly the Steemit-like contribution platforms for the Steem blockchain. In the Steem/Steemit example, the earlier users by default have had the opportunity to gain more rewards and influence. Thus making them more likely to become a witness and finally partaking in the shaping of the blockchain future. This seems to accentuate an imbalance of contributions / rewards / incentives for future users and growth... purely my opionion and basic understanding of it. Please feel free to correct anything I may have misspoke on. Cheers!