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first they are trying to target ad-block extensions by implementing manifest V3.
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With web environment integrity they are essentially trying to DRM the internet.
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users getting tricked into installing apps/malware happens because regular websites have confusing ads.
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with this approach they provide API where service providers can implement it in such a way that website requests token from third party (Google in this case) and verifies if client environment is secure etc.
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Now google will only provide that if devices meets specifications i.e no ad blockers, no tampering thereby forcing users to stick to default settings watching all ads.
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They also clearly mention target audience should be humans not bots so I guess ad revenue has shrinked with advertisers demanding strict action because of ad blockers.
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This is a serious threat to open web imo.
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Brief explainer [Can someone explain what this does using only two words? ¡ Issue ¡ RupertBenWiser/Web-Environment-Integrity](https://github.com/RupertBenWiser/Web-Environment-Integrity/issues/125#issuecomment-1645733704
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Good analysis
