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Google Abandons Privacy Sandbox Initiative, Leaving Chrome Users With Continued Tracking Concerns

Google has confirmed it is retiring most Privacy Sandbox technologies after years of development failed to produce viable alternatives to tracking cookies. The decision represents a significant reversal in the company’s privacy roadmap for Chrome, which dominates both mobile and desktop browser markets. Industry analysts suggest this development means comprehensive privacy protection for Chrome users remains elusive.

Privacy Initiative Officially Scrapped

Google has confirmed that its ambitious Privacy Sandbox initiative is being largely phased out after six years of development, according to reports from multiple industry sources. The project, which aimed to create privacy-preserving alternatives to third-party tracking cookies, has reportedly been retired due to low adoption rates and technical challenges.