I make money, some people think I make too much and some people think I make too little. Value is subjective and I accept the Casino Effect since as far as I know I'm the person who popularized the phrase. I think Steemit can embrace the gamification elements but the point is, the current Estimated Account Value for all of us is declining. We are a sinking ship and should focus on reversing this decline because in my opinion this value should be increasing.
Why doesn't anyone want to buy Steem Power?
Because Steem Power doesn't offer enough prestige? Because there isn't enough gamification elements? Because it's not marketed for people to hold Steem Power or Steem Dollars? The situation can change but it will take time to develop more uses for Steemit to most importantly keep this place fun.
I do no care either way what you make, I was just pointing out that saying that one of the most successful writers on Steemit is not "rewarded" is s symptom of Steemit's problems is flawed.
Also, I do respect your intellect, I said it again and again but I wonder if you also have a sense of humor too :)
PS: I, for one, think you invented that phrase although I think the effect is now diminished.
I think one of the reasons, a more human reason if you will is that it's difficult to buy SP as a non-crypto
FUN? I'm curious what is fun for you.