Thanks for sharing this @newsflash, it is really insightful and shows the true strengths of Steemit as a platform, as well as the cryptocurrencies that back the platform.

STEEM really does deserve the great grade that it got compared to other cryptocurrenccies, as it has so many use cases, a very low barrier to entry, and everything else that you mentioned. The main reasons as to why I love Steemit are:

1. Fast transactions
2. No fees
3. You can invest your time instead of money to earn it

There are many other reasons of course, such as the financial freedom it can offer. I am really trying to build myself on Steemit, especially through my project, the Steemit Success Initiative.

Thanks again for this great overview!