What are we putting into our blocks?
Data is beautiful and I like to understand things. After @splinterlands launched their SPS validators, I was curious how much of an impact this has on the chain. Every transaction on Hive is immutable, and lives forever.
You can read more about SPS Validators here. Basically though, SPS Validators is the replacement for SPS staking rewards as well as offering a witness like functionality to SPS.
This post really isn't about SPS validators, but it got me on track of this discovery and discussion is needed to understand my interest.
I do want to quickly cover the Hive impact of validators, before sharing my reserch.
There are two types of SPS validators, the first are $LICENSE holders who just want the equivalent of the previous SPS staking rewards. These users run node software that need to produce one custom json every hour to be eligible for rewards.
The second are the real "validators" who act like a Hive witness for Splinterlands (to some extent) and are voted in to position and produce zero to three (?) custom jsons a minute.
As you can see these numbers are not insignificant and warrants further discovery.
As rewards didn't go live until recently, I had no idea what sort of impact this would have on the blockchain and our ongoing Hive "bloat" problem. Being the curious cat I am, I decided to do some digging and gather the data.
Below you will see what goes into 1,708 blocks. Pay attention to the custom json breakdown, specifically for sm_sps ids. These represent the new SPS Node broadcasts.
As you can see custom jsons are roughly 65% of all data stored on Hive. Of these, the new SPS Validators take up about 10% of that. I am sure this number will go up as more validators come online and users get their nodes registered.
From what I heard of hwo the validators work, I was expecting a lot more than this. It is certainly something I'd recommend keeping an eye on, but it isn't a cause for alarm. If you are curious like me, there is a lot of other interesting data in this breakdown to understand What we are putting into our blocks.
Why you should vote me as witness
Only a portion of the transactions will increase as more validators come online. It works similarly to Hive witnesses in that one SPS validator is chosen to validate the SPS transactions in every Hive block. The chances that a particular validator will be chosen to validate a specific Hive block is proportionate to the amount of SPS stake voting for them (like with the "backup" Hive witnesses).
All that just means that the SPS validator network as a whole will broadcast one custom_json operation for each Hive block as part of the main validation process and that will not change no matter how many validators are running on the network.
So in your data, you showed 2,153
sm_spstransactions in 1,708 Hive blocks. 1,708 of those transactions were the validation transactions for each block and 445 were other transactions, such as validators that don't get assigned a block "checking in" to prove the software is running so they can earn rewards, and I think there are some other things like price feed updates.The one transaction per block will not change no matter how many validators are running, but the other transactions will increase proportionally as more validators come online.
Thanks! That lines up with what I’m seeing, I was expecting a lot more transactions initially.
“@jacobtothe’s Downvote Circus: Fighting Truth or Fighting Fair?”
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Bilpcoin challenges @jacobtothe’s relentless downvoting campaign against transparency. What’s he really fighting for? The blockchain reveals all.
Dear @jacobtothe,
You can keep downvoting the truth all you want—it just makes your desperation more obvious. Every click of that downvote button screams, “I’m scared of accountability!” But guess what? Downvotes don’t erase facts. They’re permanent, just like the evidence we’ve shared.
The Data
Let’s recap what your downvotes are trying to bury:
@buildawhale’s 2.4M Hive Power Scam Farm:
Your Own Downvote Patterns:
What Are You REALLY Fighting For?
Spoiler: None of these align with Hive’s values.
Bilpcoin’s Mission Stands
We fight for transparency, fair rewards, and accountability. What do you fight for, @jacobtothe?
Your actions speak louder than your words. Keep downvoting—we’ll keep exposing.
Call to Action: Investigate for Yourself
#HiveBlockchain #DownvoteAbuse #Bilpcoin #ScamFarmsExposed #BlockchainTruth
Just to add to the share % numbers. Its a share from the number of operations made. Its not acctual share of raw data. A vote has tiny amount of data compared to a 10k words post that also count as one.
The splinterlands jsons are somewhat the size of a comment.
I know you are awere of this.... just a added info for others reading the post how to interpret the data.
“@jacobtothe’s Downvote Circus: Fighting Truth or Fighting Fair?”
Meta Description:
Bilpcoin challenges @jacobtothe’s relentless downvoting campaign against transparency. What’s he really fighting for? The blockchain reveals all.
Dear @jacobtothe,
You can keep downvoting the truth all you want—it just makes your desperation more obvious. Every click of that downvote button screams, “I’m scared of accountability!” But guess what? Downvotes don’t erase facts. They’re permanent, just like the evidence we’ve shared.
The Data
Let’s recap what your downvotes are trying to bury:
@buildawhale’s 2.4M Hive Power Scam Farm:
Your Own Downvote Patterns:
What Are You REALLY Fighting For?
Spoiler: None of these align with Hive’s values.
Bilpcoin’s Mission Stands
We fight for transparency, fair rewards, and accountability. What do you fight for, @jacobtothe?
Your actions speak louder than your words. Keep downvoting—we’ll keep exposing.
Call to Action: Investigate for Yourself
#HiveBlockchain #DownvoteAbuse #Bilpcoin #ScamFarmsExposed #BlockchainTruth
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"Exposed: The Downvote Cartel & Scam Farms Plaguing Hive Blockchain"
Meta Description:
Bilpcoin uncovers coordinated downvote abuse and scam farming operations by @jacobtothe, @themarkymark, and @buildawhale. Learn how these actions harm Hive and why transparency is critical.
The Downvote Cartel’s Latest Suppression Tactics
Hive’s promise of decentralization is under threat by a network of bad actors using coordinated downvotes to silence critics. Recent activity from accounts like @bpcvoter3, @bpcvoter2, and @bpcvoter1 reveals a pattern of downvote abuse targeting posts that expose corruption:
Why This Matters:
These downvotes aren’t random—they’re calculated attacks to suppress dissent. Check @jacobtothe’s activity log to see his relentless targeting of truth-tellers.
@jacobtothe: Silence Over Accountability
@jacobtothe claims to care about Hive but consistently downvotes investigations into his associates. His actions:
No rebuttal to Bilpcoin’s audits—just silence and downvotes.
Linked to @buildawhale, a known scam farm that exploits Hive’s reward system.
He lectures others about “good behavior” while protecting accounts that abuse the platform.
Hive corruption, downvote manipulation, scam farm exposure
The Scam Farm Network: @themarkymark & @buildawhale
Behind the downvote cartel lies a web of scam farms and unethical practices:
Hive scam farms, blockchain transparency, reward manipulation
The Impact on Hive’s Community
This corruption harms Hive in ways that go beyond individual posts:
Honest users are driven away by relentless downvote abuse, shrinking Hive’s growth potential.
A small group of bad actors dominates rewards, contradicting Hive’s decentralized ethos.
Users lose faith in the platform when suppression and scams go unchecked.
Bilpcoin’s Mission: Fighting for Transparency
We’re not here to attack individuals—we’re here to expose the truth and demand accountability:
All our posts (e.g., Deep Dive into Meritocracy) are backed by blockchain data.
We urge users to investigate the links, follow the transactions, and demand action from leaders.
Call to Action:
Conclusion: The Truth Can’t Be Silenced
Downvotes may suppress visibility, but they can’t erase the truth. Every transaction, every delegation, and every abusive comment is permanently recorded on the blockchain.
@jacobtothe and his associates have two choices:
Hive deserves better. Join Bilpcoin in fighting for transparency, fairness, and justice.
#HiveBlockchain #ScamFarmsExposed #DownvoteAbuse #Bilpcoin #BlockchainTransparency
"The Scam Farm Kingpin: @themarkymark’s 2.4M Hive Power Grift Exposed"
Meta Description:
Bilpcoin reveals how @themarkymark and @buildawhale scam Hive through massive delegations, bot networks, and downvote abuse. The data is clear—this is a money-printing scheme, not community-building.
The Numbers Don’t Lie: @buildawhale’s 2.4M Power Play
Let’s dive into the cold, hard facts from @buildawhale’s wallet:
Staked HIVE (HP):
The Puppet Master:
Power-Down Schedule:
Leaving just enough to keep the scam farm operational? Classic grifter math.
@themarkymark’s Hypocrisy: “I Care About Hive”
@themarkymark claims to care about Hive, yet his actions tell a different story:
The Bot Army:
Downvote-as-a-Weapon:
The “Money Printer” Lie:
The Blockchain Exposes Everything
Every transaction, delegation, and downvote is public. Let’s connect the dots:
@blocktrades’ Role:
Why does he delegate 2.3M HP to @buildawhale? Is this a coincidence, or is he complicit in the scam?
The Pattern:
The Truth Hurts:
@themarkymark’s power-down schedule reveals he’s liquidating assets while maintaining control. This isn’t community stewardship—it’s a cash grab.
Why This Matters for Hive’s Future
This isn’t just about one scammer—it’s about systemic corruption:
Centralized Power:
A handful of bad actors control Hive’s rewards, stifling innovation and driving away creators.
Toxic Culture:
Downvote brigades and bot farms make Hive feel unwelcoming to newcomers.
Your Choice:
Will you stay silent while Hive burns, or demand accountability?
Bilpcoin’s Call to Action
We’re not here to attack individuals—we’re here to expose corruption and save Hive:
Step 1: Investigate the data:
Step 2: Share this post to spread awareness.
Step 3: Demand answers from Hive’s leadership:
Why is @blocktrades delegating millions to a known scam farm?
Conclusion: It’s Over for the Scammers
@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and their enablers can downvote us all they want, but transactions don’t lie. The blockchain reveals their greed, hypocrisy, and abuse.
To the scammers: Power down, walk away, and let Hive thrive without you.
To the community: The truth is out. Now it’s time to act.
#HiveBlockchain #ScamFarmsExposed #DownvoteAbuse #Bilpcoin #BlockchainTransparency
“@jacobtothe’s Downvote Circus: Fighting Truth or Fighting Fair?”
Meta Description:
Bilpcoin challenges @jacobtothe’s relentless downvoting campaign against transparency. What’s he really fighting for? The blockchain reveals all.
Dear @jacobtothe,
You can keep downvoting the truth all you want—it just makes your desperation more obvious. Every click of that downvote button screams, “I’m scared of accountability!” But guess what? Downvotes don’t erase facts. They’re permanent, just like the evidence we’ve shared.
The Data
Let’s recap what your downvotes are trying to bury:
@buildawhale’s 2.4M Hive Power Scam Farm:
Your Own Downvote Patterns:
What Are You REALLY Fighting For?
Spoiler: None of these align with Hive’s values.
Bilpcoin’s Mission Stands
We fight for transparency, fair rewards, and accountability. What do you fight for, @jacobtothe?
Your actions speak louder than your words. Keep downvoting—we’ll keep exposing.
Call to Action: Investigate for Yourself
#HiveBlockchain #DownvoteAbuse #Bilpcoin #ScamFarmsExposed #BlockchainTruth
Blocks? Memes?
You're welcome.
"The Scam Farm Kingpin: @themarkymark’s 2.4M Hive Power Grift Exposed"
Meta Description:
Bilpcoin reveals how @themarkymark and @buildawhale scam Hive through massive delegations, bot networks, and downvote abuse. The data is clear—this is a money-printing scheme, not community-building.
The Numbers Don’t Lie: @buildawhale’s 2.4M Power Play
Let’s dive into the cold, hard facts from @buildawhale’s wallet:
Staked HIVE (HP):
The Puppet Master:
Power-Down Schedule:
Leaving just enough to keep the scam farm operational? Classic grifter math.
@themarkymark’s Hypocrisy: “I Care About Hive”
@themarkymark claims to care about Hive, yet his actions tell a different story:
The Bot Army:
Downvote-as-a-Weapon:
The “Money Printer” Lie:
The Blockchain Exposes Everything
Every transaction, delegation, and downvote is public. Let’s connect the dots:
@blocktrades’ Role:
Why does he delegate 2.3M HP to @buildawhale? Is this a coincidence, or is he complicit in the scam?
The Pattern:
The Truth Hurts:
@themarkymark’s power-down schedule reveals he’s liquidating assets while maintaining control. This isn’t community stewardship—it’s a cash grab.
Why This Matters for Hive’s Future
This isn’t just about one scammer—it’s about systemic corruption:
Centralized Power:
A handful of bad actors control Hive’s rewards, stifling innovation and driving away creators.
Toxic Culture:
Downvote brigades and bot farms make Hive feel unwelcoming to newcomers.
Your Choice:
Will you stay silent while Hive burns, or demand accountability?
Bilpcoin’s Call to Action
We’re not here to attack individuals—we’re here to expose corruption and save Hive:
Step 1: Investigate the data:
Step 2: Share this post to spread awareness.
Step 3: Demand answers from Hive’s leadership:
Why is @blocktrades delegating millions to a known scam farm?
Conclusion: It’s Over for the Scammers
@themarkymark, @buildawhale, and their enablers can downvote us all they want, but transactions don’t lie. The blockchain reveals their greed, hypocrisy, and abuse.
To the scammers: Power down, walk away, and let Hive thrive without you.
To the community: The truth is out. Now it’s time to act.
#HiveBlockchain #ScamFarmsExposed #DownvoteAbuse #Bilpcoin #BlockchainTransparency
Even this early ten percent kind of seems like a lot. What happens if we have nine new projects doing something like this?
Then we have more
“Hive’s Shadow Network: Downvotes, Scam Farms, and the Truth They Can’t Bury”
Meta Description:
Bilpcoin exposes @jacobtothe, @themarkymark, @buildawhale, and their network’s unethical practices. Downvotes can’t hide blockchain truth—see the evidence.
Introduction: Downvotes Won’t Silence Us
Hive’s blockchain promises transparency, yet bad actors like @jacobtothe @themarkymark @buildawhale and others use downvotes as weapons to suppress dissent. Transactions don’t lie, and neither do we. Let’s dive into the data behind their scams, farms, and coordinated abuse.
1. @jacobtothe @themarkymark: The Downvote Enforcers
@jacobtothe claims to support Hive but systematically downvotes posts exposing corruption. His activity reveals a pattern of suppression:
The Irony: He lectures about “good behavior” while enabling scam farms.
2. @themarkymark & @buildawhale: The 2.4M Scam Empire
This duo epitomizes Hive’s corruption. Let’s break down their operation:
@buildawhale’s Wallet:
Daily Scamming:
@themarkymark’s Playbook:
3. The Network: Who’s Pulling the Strings?
The blockchain reveals a web of complicity:
@blocktrades’ Role:
Why does he delegate 2.3M HP to @buildawhale? Is he funding the scam farm? Investigation.
Other Key Players:
4. The Evidence: Links They Can’t Delete
Every exposé is backed by blockchain data:
Scam Farm Deep Dives:
Downvote Cartel Exposed:
AI Music by the Bilpcoin team & Alt Accounts:
5. Why This Matters: Hive’s Survival at Stake
The Question: Why Is @blocktrades funding @buildawhale and @usainvote?
6. Bilpcoin’s Message to Scammers
“Power down and leave if you’re up to no good.”
@themarkymark’s Shame:
Even after being exposed, he continues farming.
@jacobtothe’s Delusion:
He calls us “spammers” while enabling scams. His hypocrisy.
Call to Action: Investigate. Question. Act.
#HiveBlockchain #ScamFarmsExposed #DownvoteAbuse #BlockchainTransparency #Bilpcoin
Hive scam farms, downvote manipulation, blockchain evidence.
Keep downvoting, @jacobtothe and @themarkymark. We’ll keep exposing. The blockchain doesn’t forget—and neither do we.