Block.one, the original developers of the EOSIO blockchain protocol, will start using their substantial stash of EOS coins to join other EOS public blockchain users in voting for block producers. The EOS public blockchain uses a delegated proof-of-stake model, where token holders vote for the organizations called block producers that participate in the network’s consensus process. At any given time, there are 21 block producers active with standby block producers vying to enter the top 21.

The company, which holds 9.5% of the supply of EOS, calls itself a “small, but significant” holder of EOS.

“Block.one will participate publicly in the conversation and share and comment on ideas and proposals that we believe positively improve the governance, performance, and overall competitiveness of the EOS network. Our goal is to highlight improvements and features that we believe uphold the integrity of the network and push these metrics to new heights. Ultimately, we will begin participating in block producer voting to more actively join other EOS token holders in ensuring the EOS network remains as healthy and revolutionary as ever.”

The EOS community seems to have welcomed Block.one announcing that it will take a more active role in the governance of the EOS network. The responses are predominantly positive both on Block.one’s Twitter and the r/EOS subreddit.

Meanwhile, Block.one is working on Voice, a social media platform that’s being built on EOS. The company shelled out $30 million for the Voice.com web domain alone. Users will be able to earn Voice tokens, which can be leveraged to increase the visibility of posts.