There is no doubt that Steemit has revolutionized the way people see social media. Nonetheless, the blockchain background, being based heavily on short term investment, scams and gambling, are disabling the potential for wider acceptance.

The UI is on hold because Steemit is still growing and taking shape from free market events that are unknown-unknown. From an investing point of view this is the best way to go as far as founders and early investors are concerned. From a wide-acceptance point of view this is debilitating since people seek security, clarity and simplicity as to its nature.