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Ad blocking is alive and well, despite Chrome's attempts to make it harder

The end isn't nigh after all Chrome's latest revision of its browser extension architecture, known as Manifest v3 (MV3), was ...
VentureBeat

Google limits content-blocking Chrome extensions that collect sensitive data

In an effort to tamp down data collection by third-party ad-blocking Chrome extensions, Google today announced that it intends to replace parts of Chrome’s Web Request API, a set of events and ...
ExtremeTech

These ‘Ad Blocker’ Extensions Quietly Steal ChatGPT Logins, Amazon Affiliate Earnings

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered several malicious Google Chrome extensions that hijack Amazon affiliate links, ...
Android Authority

Google blocking all cryptomining Chrome extensions

Starting today, Google will no longer accept crypto extensions submitted to the Chrome Web Store. Furthermore, any current extensions featuring crypto mining code will be removed from the store in ...
TechSpot

Google is purging ad-blocking extension uBlock Origin from the Chrome Web Store

Bottom line: After years of delaying the adoption of Manifest V3, Google is now moving forward and accelerating the process. Soon, users will have to choose between accepting Chrome's inferior ...
The Verge

Google postpones Chrome changes that could have big impact on ad blocking extensions

It is no longer planning to begin turning off the old extensions standard in January and says the rest of the timeline is ‘under review.’ It is no longer planning to begin turning off the old ...
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How to Prevent Your Browser for Saving History for Certain Websites

Want to keep certain sites out of your browser history? Learn how to disable history for specific sites in Chrome and Firefox.