Technically Hive claims to be a social network, but it really isn't. It's a blogging platform, because most of the social side is done elsewhere, like on Discord. Hive already has a bad reputation because of the strict rules, which is why adoption hasn't happened. I know this because I've literally used every single blockchain social out there and most of those using them will never come here, because of the reputation as an Oligarchy. Also, it doesn't accept the average content that came about from the original social networks, so isn't actually a social competitor.
Just keep that in mind as your opinion evolves.
I keep everything in mind and am well aware of this side of the story of course. I've also been on some other social platforms and seen their flaws too. Hive has it's flaws but I don't see how strict rules about AI content is an issue. I don't think Hive is a competitor to other social platforms and nor should it be. It's it's own thing. I don't use Discord much these days.
You personally isn't really relevant. It's about the average Hive user. As for flaws of the other platforms, sure that's a given. The issue isn't their flaws. The issue is Hive's flaws that keep them away from coming here. Hive's strict moderation is a huge part of the reason, which goes way beyond the minorities stance on AI. Make no mistake, it is the minorities stance that rules the platform because of stake and that's why Hive can never truly be decentralized. That fact is very noticeable and makes Hive look like a bait an switch, so ppl don't take it seriously. Hence why growth doesn't happen.
Ok, I am back to be more direct. I think you big wigs are hurting, not helping Hive...
No worries. I get that argument too. Still, I don't think it helps HIVE to have a reputation of being full of AI written content. :)