What an incredibly cool thing to know. Like you, I've never clicked on promoted. Now I know and can test it for myself.

As far as burning the coins, I am Keynesian enough to absolutely believe in Supply and Demand. When the demand gets high enough the product will provide supply (or price itself into oblivion). I don't think the stakeholders in Steem will allow that to happen.

Stunningly good content. I'd love to win your contest, but in truth, I am already a huge winner from the two posts of yours that I have seen.

Thank you. From the bottom of my heart and the top of my wallet!