But this is the start. Once “classic” players leave changes can be made. Homogenization? You mean attempts at balance? Participation trophies? Not sure what you mean, WoW has always been that way. If you participate and do content, you get stuff. Dead community? Subjective.
No, the classic thing is a start. Then if we get real lucky, the “LFR” group will leave too. Then its time for profit.