I’m sorry to be on a soapbox here, but this whole strategy is even stupid from a business perspective. These programs need a good business consultant, and I am available. These changes are sooo shortsighted it is incredible. Unless they honestly believe that we have seen the end of growth in online gambling. I think we aren’t even close to half way to the top. Though affiliates aren’t responsible for all of the players anywhere, they are responsible for most either directly or through marketing and branding. In addition, when the US finally decides to legalize and tax online gambling, I think there will be another explosion in new players. By taking care of affiliates now instead of screwing them, they can place themselves in an even stronger position to capitalize on the future growth. Though I do see how trying to run off established affiliates can get some short-term gain (Maybe), I would be much more interested in the long-term gain available. Hopefully a few good programs will see the long-term side, and I think they will be the most profitable in the coming years.