In this episode, we explore why browser extensions such as AdBlock can be dangerous for privacy. Spoiler: AdBlock has been acquired by an undisclosed buyer, uses Google Analytics to “aggregate information about traffic patterns and how [their] website and extension are used” and “sometimes share[s] anonymized and aggregated information that cannot be associated with an individual with third parties or the public”. ============================== SUGGESTED ============================== Mark vs Pavel vs Moxie and why governance is everything 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxULcUA4B5U ============================== LINKS ============================== Adblock extension with 40 million users sells to mystery buyer, refuses to name new owner 👉 https://thenextweb.com/apps/2015/10/02/trust-us-we-block-ads/ AdBlock Privacy Policy 👉 https://getadblock.com/privacy/ ============================== SUPPORT ============================== Support my research 👉 https://sunknudsen.com/donate