Report accuses Microsoft of using 10 tactics to retain Edge users

The Browser Choice Alliance commissioned the research from the Behavioural Insights Team, according to TechSpot. The alliance represents browser makers advocating fair competition and freedom to choose a browser, while the report examines Microsoft’s browser tactics and alleges that the company uses dark patterns to keep people on Edge.

Covered by 3 publishers within 30 hours of the first report.

• TechSpot: A new report accuses Microsoft of using 10 "dark patterns" to keep you on Edge

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TS TechSpot A new report accuses Microsoft of using 10 "dark patterns" to keep you on Edge · Rob Thubron 7:15 AM

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