That pretty much sums it up.
There's little distinction from the [-] [] and () now. So it's hard to really even tell who's official unless you're looking ingame. The only real perk now, is your own sub-forum. Which I don't even know if it's worth 50k. Like I've said in the past, I guess it just has to do with what clans are supposed to want, and aim for., but the real reason TO aim for it is all but vanished aside from the board.
EDIT: @BBush: Have a look at Dr.McNinja, it's a funny webcomic that's been going for a while, might help you out some.