The economics of a social platform relies on growth over time and Lemmy is growing at the perfect pace because it’s not a single entity but a collaborative entity.

Once bigger federations break through to the mainstream market you’ll see the relevance of smaller federations growing along with it as it becomes a ‘bigger’ ecosystem

Mentioned in the comment section below what is necessary for community growth and it doesn’t require millions, only a few hundred active members.

Best of luck to you! Waiting with anticipation

Good, about time we look towards actual technological advancement