Sort of. Cake is going to allow me to run special events just for people who signed up using my link. They will also start contributing to the prize pool if my affiliate account gets good numbers.
Also, I can give away points for rake (Rakeback).
Basically it's better in the short and long run to use my link.
I am also thinking of doing other unique upgrades for people who use my link like giving a cashout bonus when you redeem
Example: You redeem $10 maybe you get $11 instead.