The Adblockers' Last Stand: What's at Stake in Microsoft Edge's Extension Lockout The news that Microsoft Edge is ending support for Manifest V2 extensions has sent shockwaves through the world of ad blockers, and by extension, users who rely on these tools to navigate the increasingly complex web.
This decision follows closely on the heels of Google Chrome's similar move earlier this year, raising questions about the long term viability of ad blocking technology.
The issue is rooted in browser politics and the delicate balance between competing interests: Microsoft as a company, its users, and third party developers who create extensions.