It's an interesting dynamic for sure and is a clear indication that EOS has been trying to position itself as a more "corporate" blockchain. I don't necessarily hate it in theory since I think it helps EOS to just support and offer presumably high potential and established services, BUT I also think that 15% threshold is way too high. It takes power away from the people and grants the whales in terms of shareholders too much arbitrary power as the gatekeepers.

That all being said, would also be a plus if BTS - EOS partnership is formalized since I doubt EOS would look to adopt a similar platform to BTS afterwards, allowing BTS more room to grow without competition on EOS.