Technology@lemmy.mlEnglish • 2 years ago

YouTube tests blocking videos unless you disable ad blockers

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YouTube tests blocking videos unless you disable ad blockers

www.bleepingcomputer.com

Technology@lemmy.mlEnglish • 2 years ago

cross-posted to:
technology@beehaw.org

YouTube is running an experiment asking some users to disable their ad blockers or pay for a premium subscription, or they will not be allowed to watch videos.

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I’m surprised it took them this long

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