Thanks for replying. My questions above ... I am indeed curious about your answer.

What do you mean by "entire ecosystem"? Do you talk about outside Steemit? If so, it's not only an eco-system it's many systems and sub-systems all related to each other. Which group or groups are you referring to? How do you define "biggest contributors", is it financially or otherwise?

Do we agree on the notion that "economic growth" actually needs to be reduced or transformed as well as slowed down? I see no other way if we humans want to stay healthy and mentally stable and cooperate on a global scale. I'd say there is so much money floating around already. This expands and accelerates developments and projects which actually need long term views and schedules as well. I may talk to the wrong person, I don't want to offend you. I hope you can follow my concerns.

I wonder what the big guys indeed do with financial powers. .... Would like to see local and international as global interdisciplinary projects without having to rush for results, keeping it sensitive and sensible.