they are called bots, and they are the bain of steemit.

he is the pioneer of bots it seems.

and somehow didn't get the boot immediately.

proof of brain is why i signed up, it made sense.

now it is 'proof of wallet' ... lol.

i've never seen a 1800+ commented thread, but i'd bet it was to cover up some words he didn't like.

and yes, i do think it is possible he has that much 'power' to create 1800+ comments.