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YouTube’s crackdown on ad-blockers is designed to mitigate these issues.

We dont allow ads on our platform that contain sexually explicit content.

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Weve removed the ad in question and have taken action against the associated account consistent with our policies.

It’s unclear what action Google will take against the company.

In the past few years, ads have increasingly infiltrated the video streaming platform.

YouTube as a Progressive Web App on Windows 11

It’s the best YouTube experience you might get.

It also plays a crucial role in regulating user data and moderation.

While edging closer to this timeline, YouTube might have landed in hot soup again.

Image of Pop-up from YouTube to disable ad-blockers

Hanff views the entire process as a breach of his privacy.

Hanff is no stranger in the corridors of justice.

Alternatively, the platform can detect when elements required to load an ad are blocked.

Microsoft Edge on Start menu

While it’s still early, Hanff’s case seems rather strong and could get to the finish line.

uBlock Origin on Microsoft Edge

Deprecation of uBlock Origin

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Microsoft Edge Vertical Tabs

Claude AI app by Anthropic is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.

Microsoft 365 Copilot rebrand for Microsoft Office

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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the United Nations General Assembly seen on a laptop computer in Hastings on the Hudson, New York, U.S., on Tuesday, Sept. 22. 2020.

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MSI Claw 8 AI+ propped up next to an ROG Ally X on a table.