Yes true. The most troubling part is this is a serious threat to the existence of the affiliate model in itself. If this is perceived as a positive way forward by the other programs (i assure you they watch in anticipation) then affiliates have a whole lot to lose in the future. BWIN wants to be a tend setter here. The 5% rule is a serious and I repeat serious insult to our livelyhood.
I think i have received around 15-20 emails and PMs the last couple of days with webmasters sharing their stories. Soon we will post testimonials, and factual updates on how its affected existing clients. And also how new affiliates feel about it.
If you know anyone who owns blogs, sites, article sites, ect let them know were looking at acquiring space for a story on this.
Keep reading mate.