True. Same with Ponzi schemes. Nobody forces people to give these scammers their money but people do. That's why I think its good for the Steemit community to have transparency. For people to know what they are putting their hard earned money into.
So far there is no documented proof they actually work. People are told "just put your money in and find out". Just like gambling. Some Steemians, don't want to gamble with their money.
Especially a newbie who comes here and spend SBD on this and gets nothing back, they will leave this place and maybe give the place a bad reputation. So I think it's up to all of us to protect this community and giving these bots transparency will help the community NOT hurt it (unless they really are scamming people).
Anyway, I just wanted to throw out an idea for a Steemit tool that could really help the community. If it's not up your alley, that's OK. Good luck on your search and would love to see what idea you do come up with.
Yes sorry I'm not a very confrontational person..It is exactly like gambling but with free money. Good luck to you also.