One method that might be untapped is that Hive is actually a package deal when an account is created. Participants on Hive are given so many options that cross over with Web2/normal platforms(Social, Shops, Streaming,) that it's basically a linktree-esque service. Cryptocurrency probably shouldn't be the main reason to attract participants as they tend to only focus on the value of the coin as opposed to the utility of the space.

Ownership is quickly resurfacing as a main attraction point for many who are starting to become aware of how much control the platforms have over what the user creates. If Hive is true on how it defines "Ownership', That could possibly bring in more participants that care about the space and support the projects in it more than the value of the coin.

It's not just about bringing in more participants, but bringing in participants of quality that will grow the space instead of abusing it and leaving it in a worse position.

4 years is relatively young in this space and the fact it is still around shows that there are people who care about the Web3 space.

You are doing the right thing in sharing your thoughts about the population, it is an issue that needs to be taken more seriously by the community. Guides, onboarding processes, examples, both digital and physical meetups and much more need to be created and put into action by every participant to help solve this issue.

Thank you for creating this post! It's tough to navigate around the 'Cryptocurrency' aspect that many are focused on when there are many other beneficial reasons to participate on Hive and Web3.