Posted 3/15/2024, 8:45:00 PM
Microsoft Pushes Intrusive Pop-ups to Switch Chrome's Default Search to Bing
- Microsoft pushing intrusive pop-ups in Windows 10/11 urging Chrome users to switch default search to Bing
- Pop-up appears in corner, looks like malware, offers more Bing AI chat turns if switched
- Clicking "Yes" automatically changes default search engine to Bing, installs extension
- This follows previous shady tactics getting Chrome users to switch defaults or import data
- Microsoft claims it "values choice" but actions seem to undermine Chrome to promote Bing