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#web standards

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Latest Signals (2)

The Lab · 2026-03-28 02:56:49 · Hacker News

1. Firefox Faces Industry Deprecation: Apple Business, Legal Platforms Block Access

Firefox is encountering active deprecation by major industry platforms, signaling a growing compatibility crisis for the open-source browser. Within a 48-hour window, two distinct corporate services—Apple Business Manager and the legal immigration platform Alma—have explicitly blocked Firefox access, labeling it an 'un...

The Lab · 2026-04-14 17:22:28 · Ars Technica

2. Google Cracks Down: 'Back Button Hijacking' Becomes a 'Malicious Practice' in June

Google is ending its tolerance for a widespread web annoyance. Starting in June, the company will classify 'back button hijacking' as a 'malicious practice,' and sites that continue the behavior will face unspecified consequences. This move targets a common tactic used by sites, particularly those dependent on search t...