#steemit

My Statement on Tron's Acquisition of Steemit

Hello Steemians. As the Head of Communications for Steemit, I apologize for my silence over the last few days. As my teammate @vandeberg said in his post, we’ve been in much the same boat as you all with respect to last week’s announcement that Tron has acquired Steemit Inc.

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Immediate Plans for Steem

I want to start off with the most important details. As Justin said in Saturday’s livestream, there are no hard or immediate plans with respect to the Steem blockchain and the migration of Steem applications to the Tron blockchain. There are many potential avenues for connecting these two platforms in mutually beneficial ways that would also preserve them as distinct entities and we look forward to exploring these opportunities with the Tron Team. We have been given every assurance that the path forward will be collaborative and cooperative.

Conflicting Announcements

As far as conflicting announcements on social media, I believe this is due to the fact that we have not yet had the opportunity to interface with Tron’s teams so that we can share information and strategize as a cohesive unit. Once this happens, I believe that we can present more unified, consistent, and technically accurate messaging.

Steem is a unique technology and a unique community. I think the Tron Team (both marketing and engineering) will need some time to grok the system and understand the unique opportunities that this partnership has to offer, which are many.

Community First

Regardless of the outcome, I stand with the community. I believe that we have not yet scratched the surface of Steem’s transformative potential, and nothing is more important to me than working with you all, the community, and my Steemit teammates to reach that potential.

If you would like to hear more of my thoughts on this matter you can watch my recent interview with @exyle below. https://3speak.online/watch?v=blockbrothers/jevdpbnn&jwsource=cl

Disclaimer: The views represented here are my own and not representative of Steemit, Inc., other employees of Steemit, Tron Foundation, or any other individuals or organizations. Any financial actions (i.e. trades) you make based on my views are not my responsibility but your own.

Comments · 76

@bestehemon(42)· 2381d
Very Motivated
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@montycashmusic(71)· 2384d
Isn't the focus of blockchain decentralization? Why are takeovers and contorted algorithms even news in this landscape?

Will there be a community like steemit that is not privy to the tendency of the greed of humans in the future?

I enjoy Steemit and the neutral platform and ideals it represents. I'm just confused as to why there are so many power struggles in a technology that is innately designed to be decentralized.

How can we remove the ability for abuse? What algorithm will stop abuse, even by magnates and whales.
@carapthian(46)· 2385d
You will see that it will be a good thing to become part of the greater TRON family. I see a huge opportunity of cooperation and now Steemit is exposed to one of the most active blockchain communities out there.
@jeffjefferson42(27)· 2385d
How does the migration work? does steem get swapped for a token?
@brianoflondon(77)· 2385d
Everything is getting clearer... I think @justinsuntron just wanted to rain a little on VOICE's parade (which is no bad thing). Clearly the guy knows a thing or two about generating media coverage.

Behind the scenes I can't see him taking any steps to destroy Steem and Steemit, he's now got a strongly aligned financial interest in success and he's clearly much more involved than either Dan or Ned had become.
@tworld(70)· 2385d
Thanks for that!
@gertu(70)· 2385d
It is refreshing to have good news. And not only know all the speculative information that has been handled. Thank you for giving encouraging news.
@shinersfamily(61)· 2385d
Thanks for the great work of steemit to the community

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@karenmckersie(74)· 2385d
Well done, loved the interview! Everyone needs to just relax, and wait and see what happens, I prefer to stay positive and Optimistic for the future of this awesome platform , Appics and all the Tribes! Upped and resteemed.👍👍👍❤
@agr8buzz(68)· 2385d
Thanks for the statement @andrarchy and for sharing this interview.
@jeffjagoe(77)· 2385d
ayyy @justinsunsteemit, give this guy and @vandeberg a raise.
@mikewick77(49)· 2385d
Tron Foundation & Steemit have joined? is this a good thing? will it be easy to transfer from bank account into Tron & Steem? who is Tron? what happens if Google does a hostile takeover of Tron? any thoughts?

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@forykw(71)· 2385d
You could easily improve the value of TRON just by becoming a @justinsunsteemit Head (or Director) of Communications too... =) eaassssilyyyy!

But like you said, you need time now for both teams to sit together and talk.

After looking at more information on the STEEM blockchain, I now can possibly explain some of the STEEM purchases from 12 January and following ones =) Some info leaked on that day or before. Anyway, the important now is to follow up with it.

Let's see what "resources" and more capital can do.

But in regards to the interview, really nicely put. This will help a bit the STEEM community. And I would even say, that it should be something more regular. We all know it takes time to do these, but for investors and the community itself its a very valuable point of consideration.
@bubblicious(58)· 2385d
Thanks for breaking it down, and keeping it factual.

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@impactn(59)· 2385d
Great to hear these strong statements from you. Would love to see more resources flow into further development if this ecosystem. Ecosystems, not companies are the economic future of an interconnected digitised world. That’s where future value - social and financial - will be captured.

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@mattsanthonyit(81)· 2386d
@andrarchy , thanks for this great outspoken mind about the current ups and downs on Steemit discussion. I truly believe it will help and go a very long way since you came out to voice out more clearly.

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@whatamidoing(72)· 2386d
Do they seem eager to get to know us and work together? Or are they just putting on a face? I think that's what we want to know. If it's the former, then I'm excited, but I suppose I won't be convinced easily.
@arcange(79)· 2386d
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@ayijufridar(73)· 2386d
The word that soothes me and other community members in Indonesia (I'm sure also throughout the world) is the implementation of collaborative and cooperative. But another important word to be real is to grow and develop together.

Thank so much for this calming statement @andrarachy.
@bil.prag(76)· 2386d
so you have an opportunity to contact him. COULD YOU PLEASE ASK HIM NOT TO TWEET THAT SHIT ANY MORE? IT IS NOT GOOD FOR ANYBODY!
@shaidon(71)· 2386d
Thank you for being open about this. I do hope that there is a lot more transparent communication with what your plans are, going forward. Silence is the death knell of any project.

Will you do something about the downvote bot abuse, currently affecting this post? :D
@hermansanchezg(56)· 2386d
Help me please

https://steemit.com/steemit/@hermansanchezg/my-brother-has-suffered-a-serious-car-accident-i-need-your-collaboration#comments
@crypto.piotr(65)· 2386d
38:35 - "it's my wife" .... brilliant :)
@shortsegments(78)· 2386d
Thank you for this reassuring video blog.
@felixsander(57)· 2386d
You said you did not have a chance to interface with the Tron Team directly. Is there a person responsible for strategy and communication on the Tron Team that you know of? Did you have any contact with Tron representatives yet? (except Justin of course)
@abh12345(80)· 2386d
Great stuff, thanks both!
@alexs1320(72)· 2386d

Regardless of the outcome, I stand with the community.

Take a deep breath and think for a minute *(hour) before you write it down

If the community is small, shrinking, not capable of growing, not producing content good enough - regardless of the outcome you will stand with the community?!

You will not actually change something and create a wider user base, a better product, a more appealing platform?

If the new boss has 1 gram of brain all of you will be on the street next month
@gadrian(76)· 2386d
Thank you for this position! It means a lot!
@holoz0r(78)· 2386d
Thanks for this update.
@bobinson(67)· 2386d

Regardless of the outcome, I stand with the community.

I wish everyone had understood this power of the community and stood with the community from the inception ....
@artgirl(69)· 2386d
Good Lord, for real? Justin bought Steemit? Holy moly... No wonder people are saying STEEM will become a TRON token. Ah, is this where we say beggars can't be choosers? 🤔
@oppongk(69)· 2386d
Thanks for this clarification of how things has gone so far, we hope for mutual agreement & better collaboration with tron, because steem is a great community which is in our hearts. Thanks for this post, and we will follow all matters in this partners & act accordingly.
@whyaskwhy(56)· 2386d
Thanks @andriarchy for these clarifications and additional informations about the TRON/steemit marriage!

We , the stakeholders are only apprehensive because of possible negatives that may impact negativity to our accounts!
@kebieri123(48)· 2386d
This is obviously a good direction bcos Tron has enough money to spend and improve user experience.
@dj123(61)· 2386d
Danke @andrarchy!
@binkyprod(70)· 2386d
"I'm going to move into your house, but rest assured, I can negotiate a path where it's mutually beneficial, but I'm going to replace the tapestry, change the paint in this room, oh an that carpet HAS to go."

Anyone else getting that vibe about TRON "moving in" to take over Steem?
@sjacob(34)· 2386d
Thanks for standing with community. Hope that STEEM policy will also be in the favour of #steemians.
@dfacademy(76)· 2386d
Thank you very much for sharing your thought. Tron keeps repeating this statement over and over. This was tweeted 48 mins ago as I'm writing this comment.
@randr10(64)· 2386d
Glad to finally hear you chime in on this @andrarchy. It's also good to know that people like yourself are working on our behalf behind the corporate veil. I know you'll be working to achieve an outcome to the acquisition that we're all hoping for.
@edouard(68)· 2386d
Nice pic!
@good-karma(77)· 2386d
Great to hear from you Andrew and message really helps community to stay focused! Thanks @exyle for initiating this!
@geekpowered(70)· 2386d
So they haven't even talked to you guys...and are already talking about moving all of Steemit over to Tron and doing a coin replacement... It's like Ned bought Steemit, but a different Ned. An even Nedder Ned.
@coininstant(69)· 2386d
We'll good there should be no problems and the price of STEEM should continue spiking and dipping leaving me plenty of opportunity to make money! If it's an exit scam, then not so much and straight back to 8 cents before even lower! The price will tell us the truth over the next few weeks to months! Hope you all are for real!!
@joele(56)· 2386d
Justin is actually buying the community via Steemit, so I believe the community will get pampered with beneficial effect.
@nonameslefttouse(77)· 2386d
That was a great interview between yourself and @exyle but @andrarchy, in your closing statements you said, "...the founders have moved on."

Look around. The founders. We're all still here, man.
@juanvegetarian(69)· 2386d
As a newbie, I don't really understand the ramifications, implications, complications and other important stuff that this announcement has, will have on STEEM. I do wish that this brings us a better platform and unites the community even more moving forward. Good luck to the Team and hope to hear more updates and insights on the matter. Thanks!
@theguruasia(69)· 2386d
@andrarchy, Counting, now two big names from STEEMIT with the community! Who else, this is great! $trdo

Cheers~
@freebornangel(72)· 2386d

I apologize for my silence over the last few ~~days~~ years.

Ftfy.

Oh wait, you can't hear me!
@riverflows(82)· 2386d
Much, much better to hear facts over speculation, doubts and uncertainty. Been staying away from the panic as much as possible..clarification from those more likely in the know is always appreciated @andrarchy.
@stackin(78)· 2386d
Wonder how much Ned made on the sale :)
@cyberblock(65)· 2386d
I think Justin will take steemit to heights we can only dream of. BUY STEEM!!😋😎😍😘😘🤩🤗
@chesatochi(73)· 2386d
I watched the first 20 minutes. I would like to have seen SMT and communities without an acquisition.
@mmmmkkkk311(64)· 2386d
Guys, if you will be forced to do anything against Steem community and our decentralized standards, please leave Steemit Inc. and start own company. I'm sure we will be able to pay for your work through SPS
@aggroed(80)· 2386d
I enjoyed the interview. Nice work guys.
@andywong31(59)· 2386d
Thanks for sharing your thoughts man! And i also want to thank you for all the hard work you and your team have done! We are with you all the way!

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@sepracore(64)· 2386d
Any update on the programmatic monthly selling of steem to pay the bills?
@steempeak(72)· 2386d
We really really appreciate hearing from you and your perspective in the matter. Thank you.
@littlenewthings(73)· 2386d
Thank you @andrarchy for stepping out and connect with us, even though this is your personal point of view. You know the community will stand firm with the lean and mean team. ☺️

Please do keep us posted of the official announcements later.

🙏🏼 Both side finds favour and best collaboration solution that benefits both sides.

And it is true. This blockchain is unique because of its unique community; and its full potential yet shown 💪🏻
@d-pend(76)· 2386d
Obviously, the transition could have been smoother, but all things considered it says a lot that the team members have been speaking up even before an official Steemit Inc. blog goes up. I would love to see what the team could do with an ample budget and hoping for the best in this cross-blockchain collaboration. Looking forward to hearing more and all the best @andrarchy! Thanks for doing this interview with @exyle, it's gonna help calm a lot of FUD down.
@gniksivart(69)· 2386d
Thanks for taking the time to do the interview with @exyle and every one of the Steemit Inc team for posting today to give us an update. Definitely helps give me a little more reassurance for what the future holds for the Steem blockchain.
@stovehustler(40)· 2386d
IM THE REAL CHARLES DARWIN
@team-mexico(64)· 2386d
Thank you for the hard work you have been doing during these months, better times will come for the community and that all this is beneficial for both parties, that we work as a team so that we can all progress. Hug.
@roberto71(36)· 2386d
Thanks for clearing up the doubts, I think it will be a good association that can make both projects grow much more successfully and continue on the right track.
@geekgirl(80)· 2386d
Thanks for bringing some clarity in the midst of all noise. The interview was great.
@cristhian357(35)· 2386d
Hi God bless you.. I'm new, can you help me in the page?
@xak(57)· 2386d
Excellent news, and good that they have clarified some doubts that the great majority had.

We expect Steemit Inc from some official statement.
@arcange(79)· 2386d
Dear Andrew, thank you for finally communicating with the community. Better late than never.

In the future, I really want you to pay attention to this. Not having any official Steemit reactions created unnecessary stress and FUD. To say that you were asked (or prefer) not to communicate before a few days would have been better than no information at all.

That said, I fully understand that these last days must have been very busy for you.

Once again, thank you for your commitment to the community.
@robertandrew(70)· 2386d
Thanks for this update @andrarchy
@bitrocker2020(79)· 2386d
thanks for sharing your views and i hope that you guys keep up the amazing work and always know that the community is behind to support you guys
@lemouth(75)· 2386d
I am really glad to read that. Thanks @andrarchy!
@netuoso(72)· 2386d

Disclaimer: The views represented here are my own and not representative of Steemit, Inc., other employees of Steemit, Tron Foundation, or any other individuals or organizations. Any financial actions (i.e. trades) you make based on my views are not my responsibility but your own.

When will we get this official statement? It is nice to hear from you guys on a personal level, but now we would like to hear from SteemIt, Inc
@practicalthought(67)· 2386d
Guessing this means he owns the wallets holding our Steem.

Regardless of the outcome, good luck to you. You seem a likable sort. If he gets rid of many of you left on the payroll after he brings the site/chain over, I imagine your experience here will enable you some sweet opportunities.
@toofasteddie(77)· 2386d
Excellent interview guys! You both have released the tension of many, including myself!
@mindtrap(75)· 2386d
Great interview guys.

Mark thanks for stepping up digging for some answers, and @andrarchy, after watching the whole interview I have a feeling that every Steem user / investor should feel a bit more safe, so to speak.

Make us proud peeps! Full Steem ahead
@exyle(80)· 2386d
A powerful statement, man! Thanks for that!

And also thanks for taking the time to do the interview today. I think it helped a lot.

Steem on!