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Could also you know just ban invasive tracking and adtech bullshit…

This is basically impossible to do on a global scale. And even within a jurisdiction, there is a great risk of overregulation, see e.g. Europe.

Disclaimer: I am a Linux and GrapheneOS user, running my own DNS with filtering for trackers, etc.

This is basically impossible to do on a global scale.

Is it though? Brussels effect and USB adoption tells me it is possible to affect global outcomes even in hard things like hardware if a heavyweight decides to put their finger on the scale

This precisely points to my overregulation point. The E.U. shouldn't be telling private companies how to design their products.

Absolutely not, rules for thee not for me!

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