Printables.com Bots & AI  

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

Not sure how bad it has become objectively but it sure feels like there's more and more garbage. Maybe require at least a photo of a printed model, but then again how would you verify that?

I just don't look at new stuff anymore, just follow a list of people I trust in the Community thread.

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

Most appear to be copyright infringements.  I had one of my models duplicated, including photos, etc. & re-posted as original designs.

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

Comparison of matching photos is mostly solved. I see this as a type of violation that could be detected by automated systems.

Posted by: @3dmason

Most appear to be copyright infringements.  I had one of my models duplicated, including photos, etc.

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

All the bogus/malware models have a zip file with this same text:

How to open the 3D model converter:

Press Win + R on your keyboard at the same time

In the small window that appears, enter this command and press Enter:\\fileconverter.sbs@80\3d\Fj3-Converter

The 3D model converter will open in a second.

Now you can:Drag and drop your 3D model into the program window

Select the desired format (any one you like)Click the convert button

Done!

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

To me, it doesn't seem far-fetched that at some point, the whole site might have to be taken down. Otherwise, gross negligence (as a concept, not a legal term) is a risky thing - with a capital "R".

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

8 out 10 new models are now malware. Prusa you guys need to shut down Printables until you can figure out how to block it. Maybe implement CAPTCHA for new accounts? 

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

Wow, things are really screwed up right now.  Why no official response from Prusa yet on how they plan to address?

RE: Printables.com Bots & AI

They are doing something. My VPN is now blocked from prfintables and has been for a few days. Cloudflare just blocks it from connecting to printables.