I'm trying to be neutral here, I am not fully agree with all the changes. Increasing the requirement is fine but removing some benefits from those who have reached the level before the change is not fair enough for the players. I am sure there are many players are disappointed with the change especially players ranked Platinum 3 and below.
That's why a lot of people are disappointed about the new changes. Someone also offered them a Compansetion. I won't say that they should provide it. But at least to make everyone happy, They can at least give them the same benefits to those who have reached the level before. I don't think having a VIP host is important. I think getting the benefits are more important than having a VIP host. I am not a VIP member of Stake, So I don't know actually what VIP host does Especially. I guess as soon as they have 24/7 Live Support, It's enough. So, I think at least stake can keep the same benefits for old players. So, It could be a happy = Happy deal.