I think some big things are happening for Steem around here.
I'm no crypto expert, heck I'm just figuring it out myself, but from what I've read around here STEEM has some huge benefits as a currency over many other cryptos.
Mostly that;
It's Fast
and
It's Free
Those things are huge for a cryptocurrency. I don't know much about what the other options are out there, but I do know that Bitcoin is slow and not free. It makes me wonder a bit about what's holding STEEM back from being super valuable. Maybe it's just time and awareness and just maybe we all really have stumbled upon something pretty special here.
I have be seeing it start to be used as a currency recently and I do think there is more coming.
The Steemit Shop
Just over a month ago @thesteemitshop was launched, they sell all the official steemit gear and are authorized by steemit to use the new logo for this kind of thing. If you are looking for any official merchandise that is the place. Otherwise the official steemit logo shouldn't be used for commercial reproductions based on the initial release.
Steembay
CCO from pixabay
This is the new initiative from today, that has really gotten me excited. Any many others as well if you read there introduction post HERE.. The comment section of that post is a gold mine for great ideas. Right now it mostly serves as an official auction tag with some bots to assist with keeping track and notifications. There was already comments about building a whole new block chain interface for support buying and selling, and likely the programing required is huge, but I've been so amazed with the talent and passion of some many of the witnesses and developers around here that I'm sure there are so many other big things in the works.
Of course I had to test it out with an auction of my own earlier today for a STEEM Silver Round, go ahead and check it out HERE.
I've also seen so many people making cool steem logo items for resale
Here's a POST from @raybrockman from a while back when he was selling these awesome steem decals for your vehicle.
I'm sure there's lots of other people doing the same if you look or ask around.
Heck our steem silver round that @sevinwilson though of and designed the reverse has the steem logo.
Would love to get my hand on one of those rounds. How did you guys release those?
Stop living in fear bro. Everyone's not out to get you.
They were sold through our store a few month back, but sold out within a couple weeks, they were limited to 1500 only. Check out this post there's a few people selling them. Or just got bid on the steembay auction one.
Oh yah trust me
Dude, what you do for our Vets is awesome. Also the information you provide regarding the way to purchase items using Steem currency and purchasing silver and precious metals is no less than outstanding.
Have a great week my friend. I would appreciate if you stick around and continue to make Steem a great place to be! Respectfull yours,
@sgt-dan (aka sargento)
@steembay following in the footsteps of @steemfleamarket except with #steemfleamarket the idea is to unite givers - people who believe in the true meaning of humanity and liberty - you GIVE things away to those who need it most. We are trying to bybass this whole buy/sell business and use the power of steemit as outlined in the whitepaper! @binkley , the creator of @steemthat bot is working with a few developers here on steemit to bring @steemfleamarket to the masses. You guys will love it. What have you got to give? ♥️ SteemThat.com bot is already integrated with #steemfleamarket and our system makes EVERYONE benefit not just the seller. Everyone wins using #steemfleamrket 's goal is going to help minnows grow FAST which in turn will make STEEM that much more valuable. Follow @steemfleamarket for more. We already have one successful item that is going to be given away to some lucky person! And I personally will be putting more of my stuff up for grabs soon. You can have it for free or you can pay with SBD - in the end, the choice is steemians'. 😊
Now THIS is exciting. I love the whole Steemit concept, from the blockchain to the cyrptocurrency, but I REALLY love fleamarkets and bartermarts. I live in a fairly secluded area and the small neighboring communities do a lot of bartering. From our eggs and firewood, to scrap boards and art. These ideas make my heart sing :) @kaliju And the @steembay is exiting as well.
The more we can offer people the more value we add to the Steemit platform which will encourage others to take a look around and see what many of us see here. An opportunity for GOOD CHANGE!
nic picter brother
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Thanks for the update, phelimint. I agree there are some exciting things happening with Steem. I'm new-ish to the crypto space myself, but I get the feeling that Bitcoin taking the spotlight right now. I think once that dies down a bit some of the alt coins, including Steem hopefully, will get more love.
Yeah, i think so too. I'd like to start learning more and eventually holding a few other alt coins or ICOs
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Cool, thanks for the update. I'll go check these out.
Yeah, it's going to be interesting I think.
i think that will be a great idea for buying and selling, specially the auction.. hhaha but lets make steem grow...
Go steemit.
Right you are. I agreed.
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Thank you for being so optimistic. You could very well be right about all of it. There is a lot of room for growth here on steemit as far as shops etc. also wanted to say thanks for leading me to a couple of places Where I can purchase steemit items.