Oh yes! For Steem to keep up with the latest blockchain trends, it could try out this thing called sharding and interoperable blockchains as these technologies can help Steem be more efficient, work better with other blockchains, and handle more stuff at once. It could make Steem even more awesome and attract more people to join in. But then, the Steem infrastructure and ecosystem has to be top-notch to make the most of these advancements. It's all about staying relevant and competitive in the ever-changing world of blockchain.

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