Agree not everyone here fully understands the inner workings, Infographics a few years ago would explain concept quite quickly.
Curators normally spend time purely curating work. Insight into timing which on many occasions is curated even when you start consuming a fresh post. Who reads or consumes at that speed? Very little insight/value added after claiming curation, good authors targeted for gain. Why did you read the post, what have you gained from the post, short comment of 50 words at least leaves an content creator feeling stimulated to continue.
Many arrive to share knowledge, not curate irrespective of reward system. Exceptionally well detailed content, walking away with with low value, especially new arrivals pouring heart and soul into content.
If value is not fairly balanced out, or concisely explained, why should people stay. Building Hive for a better future one needs witnesses to weigh in on how to overcome hurdles, we have seen what has happened over the past four years.