I really appreciate you highlighting this, because it touches a very real and often overlooked side of Hive.

As someone from Cuba, I can confirm that what you describe is not just theory — it’s already happening, and it’s making a tangible difference. Those tools that allow us to convert Hive or HBD into usable money locally have been a game changer. They’ve turned what could have been just an online activity into something that directly supports families.

You’re absolutely right about the numbers too. When the average monthly income is around $10 USD, even reaching $0.40 a day is not “small” — it’s meaningful. It changes how a household manages food, transportation, and basic needs. And getting to $1 a day? That’s no longer just support, that’s stability.

For many of us, Hive is not only about creating content — it’s about building a sustainable path forward. It rewards consistency, learning, and community, and that makes it incredibly powerful in places where traditional opportunities are limited.

I also agree with your broader point: this is exactly how onboarding should happen. Not through hype, but through real examples of impact. Cuba is one case, but there are many places in the world where Hive can play a similar role.

Thanks again for bringing attention to this. Conversations like this help others understand the real value behind what we’re building here.