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Waterfox Update 6.6.6 removes the Firefox code that allows them to make a Geo-IP Request without permission (infosec.pub)
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https://www.waterfox.com/releases/6.6.6/

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[–] lambalicious@lemmy.sdf.org 5 points 4 days ago (1 children)

6.6.6

Triple six. The evil fork of Firefox (ad-provider owned, etc).

[–] finitebanjo@piefed.world 1 points 4 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) (1 children)

This is like the third account I've seen make this claim, are these bots?

Alex Kontos returned the project to being independent and seperate from System1 in 2023.

This update removes AI and anti-privacy features that Firefox built in. If you're against that then you're a worthless tech bro.

[–] lambalicious@lemmy.sdf.org -2 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Eh, I have a constitutional right to not be up to date with the latest browser drama. It's just drama.

Plus, 6.6.6. The pun and connection was just too good to let pass. Relax. Get a grip. Get a life.

[–] finitebanjo@piefed.world 1 points 3 days ago

You actually can be held liable for spreading falsehoods, it's called defamation.

While I don't think your actions have gone quite that far, you're incorrect to say you have a constitutional right to defame others.