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Google is gradually introducing a new method for delivering targeted ads in Chrome that aims to bypass the controversy surrounding cookies by using browsing history instead. This...

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[–] tb_@lemmy.world 14 points 1 year ago

Targeted advertisements can be harmful, by directing (for example) gambling ads at people who show to be prone to addiction through the websites they visit.

Ads are fine, in some way, but I do not want random companies I've never heard of to know all of my details. Details which may become hacked.

Just because "I've got nothing to hide" doesn't mean I should be happy when everyone knows all about me.