It's the latter entirety. Take a look at the recent data posted about how most sub automods are on the free tier. Basically power mods who run several subs are

It's the latter entirety. Take a look at the recent data posted about how most sub automods are on the free tier. Basically power mods who run several subs are toast. Whether this was intentional or not is besides the point. It's the best possible outcome from everything.