Sooo.. this is really just them coming in line with KYC and people having level 0 accounts....
MERICA
No... if they were coming into line with KYC they would require full identification verification for FIAT transactions, both incoming and outgoing... oh wait, they do...
Well... then I guess if they're "coming in line with KYC" for non-FIAT transactions then they would limit all transactions to zero unless verified... since that's what KYC regulations state for the US...
Oh wait... they don't... see above or below:

While KYC rules vary from country to country, the most stringent, which also happens to be the country of record for Cryptsy, is the US which states (taken from PwC's KYC guide):
Q8. Are there minimum transaction thresholds, under which customer due diligence is not required?
If Yes, what are the various thresholds in place?
A8. No - basic due diligence is required for all accounts/customers regardless of transaction amounts.
So... I raise my bullshit flag.
EDIT: Also, "tier 1" is not KYC verification. It's "tell me who you are and I'll trust you"... so again... I raise my bullshit flag.