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Big Apple Collectibles: A Customer Service Nightmare
Big Apple Collectibles: A Customer Service Nightmare
I thought I'd waited too long to dispute charges with Big Apple Collectibles. Turns out, service failures often have extended chargeback windows - know your actual rights and limits.
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May 25, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Big Apple Collectibles: A Customer Service Nightmare
A work on progress putting all my notes on the spam affiliate networks gaming social media.
Pinterest has a Spam Affiliate Problem
This is a messy article for now, outlining what I know about Affiliate Spam Networks gaming social media platforms like Pinterest.
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March 9, 2025 at 9:57 PM
A work on progress putting all my notes on the spam affiliate networks gaming social media.
When a domain gets blocked on Pinterest, Blogspot serves as a redirect to get around it.
#pinterest #blogspot #google #cybersecurity #Malware #bigtech
#pinterest #blogspot #google #cybersecurity #Malware #bigtech
Pinterest has a Blogspot problem
An in-progress post about Pinterest's biggest exploit: How malicious actors use Blogspot to evade domain bans and redirect users to harmful websites. Updates coming as I investigate.
benjaminspider.com
March 9, 2025 at 12:32 AM
When a domain gets blocked on Pinterest, Blogspot serves as a redirect to get around it.
#pinterest #blogspot #google #cybersecurity #Malware #bigtech
#pinterest #blogspot #google #cybersecurity #Malware #bigtech
Pinterest claimed to review my 'various correspondence', but if they did, they have knowingly allowed spam networks and malware distribution to continue unchecked.
#Pinterest #Copyright #DMCA #Trademark #Malware #Google #BigTech
#Pinterest #Copyright #DMCA #Trademark #Malware #Google #BigTech
Why Pinterest’s Trust & Safety is a Complete Failure
Pinterest Executives prefer that I continue to send reports of malware and spam to the blackhole they call the Help Center.
benjaminspider.com
March 3, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Pinterest claimed to review my 'various correspondence', but if they did, they have knowingly allowed spam networks and malware distribution to continue unchecked.
#Pinterest #Copyright #DMCA #Trademark #Malware #Google #BigTech
#Pinterest #Copyright #DMCA #Trademark #Malware #Google #BigTech
Was your Pinterest account suspended? Could stolen content—possibly even your own—be to blame? Based on what I have seen, I believe the answer is yes. #pinterest #socialmedia #google #blogspot
The Devastating Impact of Pinterest's Fake Account Problem
Was your Pinterest account suspended? Learn why stolen content—even if it’s yours—might be to blame, and how Pinterest’s failed enforcement harms legitimate users like you.
benjaminspider.com
December 20, 2024 at 2:50 AM
Was your Pinterest account suspended? Could stolen content—possibly even your own—be to blame? Based on what I have seen, I believe the answer is yes. #pinterest #socialmedia #google #blogspot
On November 24, 2024, I filed a claim against three accounts that stole my content to redirect traffic to a malicious site. Since then, Pinterest has been slow to act, even as I’ve filed 30 additional claims against 18 accounts linked to a larger network of 19, possible more domains.
#pinterest
December 13, 2024 at 6:50 AM
On November 24, 2024, I filed a claim against three accounts that stole my content to redirect traffic to a malicious site. Since then, Pinterest has been slow to act, even as I’ve filed 30 additional claims against 18 accounts linked to a larger network of 19, possible more domains.
#pinterest
My dopamine has a name;
It's P-i-n-t-e-r-e-s-t-.com.
Oh I hate to email them everyday,
And if you ask me why,
Cause' Pinterest decided to be unreasonable, so I will make things weird.
#pinterest #pinterestinspired
It's P-i-n-t-e-r-e-s-t-.com.
Oh I hate to email them everyday,
And if you ask me why,
Cause' Pinterest decided to be unreasonable, so I will make things weird.
#pinterest #pinterestinspired
December 13, 2024 at 6:39 AM
My dopamine has a name;
It's P-i-n-t-e-r-e-s-t-.com.
Oh I hate to email them everyday,
And if you ask me why,
Cause' Pinterest decided to be unreasonable, so I will make things weird.
#pinterest #pinterestinspired
It's P-i-n-t-e-r-e-s-t-.com.
Oh I hate to email them everyday,
And if you ask me why,
Cause' Pinterest decided to be unreasonable, so I will make things weird.
#pinterest #pinterestinspired
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If you’ve stopped masking, now is a great time to start again. Literally every one of my friends or family who have traveled recently caught covid. N95 masks are best, 3M Aura brand are very comfortable and sold lots of places online or in stores like Target (you can even do curbside pickup). 😷
COVID is REALLY going around right now, friends. I highly highly highly recommend masking indoor public spaces, especially among crowds. It's easy, honestly, and it makes a big difference.
July 28, 2024 at 10:39 PM
If you’ve stopped masking, now is a great time to start again. Literally every one of my friends or family who have traveled recently caught covid. N95 masks are best, 3M Aura brand are very comfortable and sold lots of places online or in stores like Target (you can even do curbside pickup). 😷
While I blame Facebook for allowing this, those who don't moderate their social media accounts are equally responsible. Posting content without moderation ruins your followers' experience and discourages interaction.
#facebook #socialmedia #moderation #spam
#facebook #socialmedia #moderation #spam
July 28, 2024 at 11:37 PM
While I blame Facebook for allowing this, those who don't moderate their social media accounts are equally responsible. Posting content without moderation ruins your followers' experience and discourages interaction.
#facebook #socialmedia #moderation #spam
#facebook #socialmedia #moderation #spam
Copytrack finally informed me that all claims were closed but offered no apologies. So, this is likely my last piece on Copytrack, and I move on to other topics.
#copyright
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#copyright
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Copytrack.com Responded After 6 Months - Benjamin Spider
Copytrack wanted 'a prompt response', but took 6 months to let me know they closed my case. Zero apologies and gave all the blame to Wenn Rights International LTD.
benjaminspider.com
July 27, 2024 at 11:33 PM
Copytrack finally informed me that all claims were closed but offered no apologies. So, this is likely my last piece on Copytrack, and I move on to other topics.
#copyright
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#copyright
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Did you get an email from Copytrack saying you needed to pay them? Make sure your first response is effective.
#copyright #copytroll
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#copyright #copytroll
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Navigate Copytrack Claims Effectively!
Learn practical steps to navigate through Copytrack claims efficiently. This guide helps you respond properly and ensure a smoother resolution.
benjaminspider.com
July 27, 2024 at 8:04 PM
Did you get an email from Copytrack saying you needed to pay them? Make sure your first response is effective.
#copyright #copytroll
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#copyright #copytroll
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Copytrack’s system often targets innocent parties, causing unintended consequences.
#copyright #copytroll #dmca benjaminspider.com/the-spectacu...
#copyright #copytroll #dmca benjaminspider.com/the-spectacu...
The Spectacular Failures of Copytrack.com
Copytrack does not care if the claims they send out are valid. So, don't expect a speedy turn around or apology if they target you.
benjaminspider.com
July 25, 2024 at 10:06 PM
Copytrack’s system often targets innocent parties, causing unintended consequences.
#copyright #copytroll #dmca benjaminspider.com/the-spectacu...
#copyright #copytroll #dmca benjaminspider.com/the-spectacu...
So far today, my moderators have had to shut down 35 fake accounts, with over 240 replies targeting my page's audience with scam replies like this.
This one thinks everyone is handsome, even the girls.
Facebook could easily stop this by taking out accounts that spam this kind of crap.
#facebook
This one thinks everyone is handsome, even the girls.
Facebook could easily stop this by taking out accounts that spam this kind of crap.
July 23, 2024 at 9:12 PM
So far today, my moderators have had to shut down 35 fake accounts, with over 240 replies targeting my page's audience with scam replies like this.
This one thinks everyone is handsome, even the girls.
Facebook could easily stop this by taking out accounts that spam this kind of crap.
#facebook
This one thinks everyone is handsome, even the girls.
Facebook could easily stop this by taking out accounts that spam this kind of crap.
Copytrack has a weird response when asked to provide proof they represent the rights holder of an image:
"We have reviewed the provided information and decided to close the claim."
I would think an apology would be more appropriate.
#copytright
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"We have reviewed the provided information and decided to close the claim."
I would think an apology would be more appropriate.
#copytright
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Breaking Down Copytrack.com's Email - Benjamin Spider
Copytrack’s intimidation tactics are flawed and lack proof. Here's a closer look at their approach and its shortcomings.
benjaminspider.com
July 21, 2024 at 8:30 AM
Copytrack has a weird response when asked to provide proof they represent the rights holder of an image:
"We have reviewed the provided information and decided to close the claim."
I would think an apology would be more appropriate.
#copytright
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"We have reviewed the provided information and decided to close the claim."
I would think an apology would be more appropriate.
#copytright
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You really need to read this because when I tell people that the Brooklyn Democratic Party actively works to elect Republicans they don't believe me.
To the frustration of many, the Brooklyn Democratic party organization hasn't raised money for or spent money from its campaign account in years. This year, it did spend on election campaigns... but in infra-party primary races against other Democrats. hellgatenyc.com/brooklyn-dem...
The Brooklyn Democratic Party Finally Used Its Campaign Fund—Against Fellow Democrats
New campaign filings show the local party, which hasn't tapped its campaign account in years, did so this spring in an infra-party primary.
hellgatenyc.com
July 17, 2024 at 8:52 PM
You really need to read this because when I tell people that the Brooklyn Democratic Party actively works to elect Republicans they don't believe me.
As I dived into Copytrack, I found one of their clients that sells their images on Adobe. Which leads to the question:
How does an image that costs as little as $3 with no recurring fee lead to 260.00 € fine and a recurring fee of 293.29 €?
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How does an image that costs as little as $3 with no recurring fee lead to 260.00 € fine and a recurring fee of 293.29 €?
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Navigating Copytrack Claims Involving Federico Caputo
Discover how Federico Caputo uses Copytrack to target users with copyright claims involving Adobe stock images. Learn how to verify your licenses and address these claims to avoid excessive fees.
benjaminspider.com
July 16, 2024 at 7:38 PM
As I dived into Copytrack, I found one of their clients that sells their images on Adobe. Which leads to the question:
How does an image that costs as little as $3 with no recurring fee lead to 260.00 € fine and a recurring fee of 293.29 €?
benjaminspider.com/understandin...
How does an image that costs as little as $3 with no recurring fee lead to 260.00 € fine and a recurring fee of 293.29 €?
benjaminspider.com/understandin...
Copytrack's outdated 2019 stance contrasts with the 2023 U.S. Copyright Office guidelines, highlighting the need for an updated perspective.
#copytrack
#copytrack
Is Copytrack.com Targeting AI-Generated Images for Copyright Claims?
've been exploring whether Copytrack.com pursues claims on AI-generated images. Their outdated 2019 stance on AI copyright conflicts with the 2023 U.S. Copyright Office guidelines. An update from Copy
benjaminspider.com
July 16, 2024 at 5:38 AM
Copytrack's outdated 2019 stance contrasts with the 2023 U.S. Copyright Office guidelines, highlighting the need for an updated perspective.
#copytrack
#copytrack
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Heard this story on the BBC today and I cannot even express how happy it makes me … www.bbc.com/news/article...
Hip-hop act Cypress Hill make 28-year-old Simpsons joke come true - BBC News
A 1996 episode called Homerpalooza saw Cypress Hill mistakenly booking the London Symphony Orchestra.
www.bbc.com
July 10, 2024 at 11:31 PM
Heard this story on the BBC today and I cannot even express how happy it makes me … www.bbc.com/news/article...
Is Glyn Moody truly advocating for public data access, or destroying culture through AI?
#ArchiveOrg #CreatorsRights #IntellectualProperty #EthicalData #MediaPreservation
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#ArchiveOrg #CreatorsRights #IntellectualProperty #EthicalData #MediaPreservation
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Glyn Moody's Data Dilemma: Advocate or Hypocrite?
Is Glyn Moody truly advocating for data access, or is he a hypocrite? Explore my analysis of his stance on copyright, preservation, and the value of creators'.
benjaminspider.com
July 10, 2024 at 6:56 PM
Is Glyn Moody truly advocating for public data access, or destroying culture through AI?
#ArchiveOrg #CreatorsRights #IntellectualProperty #EthicalData #MediaPreservation
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#ArchiveOrg #CreatorsRights #IntellectualProperty #EthicalData #MediaPreservation
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Back in the good old days, barbers were your surgeon and dentist. #nostalgia
June 29, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Back in the good old days, barbers were your surgeon and dentist. #nostalgia
Back in the good old days, people could x-ray their feet to see how their shoes fit. #nostalgia
June 28, 2024 at 5:38 PM
Back in the good old days, people could x-ray their feet to see how their shoes fit. #nostalgia
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Televised debates are uninformative in the best of times but both these people have been president and neither of them have hidden their plans and I cannot imagine any useful information will come of the whole debacle
June 28, 2024 at 12:54 AM
Televised debates are uninformative in the best of times but both these people have been president and neither of them have hidden their plans and I cannot imagine any useful information will come of the whole debacle
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I think this account is posting a live transcript from the debate
June 28, 2024 at 12:55 AM
I think this account is posting a live transcript from the debate