"I've seen lots of internet marketing types over the last 7 or 8 years."
I can't say that this is my area of expertise. I came across Jerry's video explaining Steem and Steemit on Youtube while looking up unrelated cryptocurrency videos.
I have a lot more I could say on the topic, but I'd veer far afield.
Honestly, with something like Steem Power, I doubt anyone at the IRS could give you an accurate answer without stopping to do their own research - which is, ultimately, what I'm trying to do in these posts.
I think your research is putting anyone who reads it light years ahead of the IRS.