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tech dirt – Dropsafe

2025-09 

Masnick again on top form. Also, me, previously.

Consider the broader implications: if we normalize blocking AI tools from accessing web content, where does it end? We’ve talked in the past about how many visually impaired users rely on technological tools to “read” websites for them. If we establish that all technological intermediary tools can be blocked without payment, we’re not just hurting AI companies—we’re potentially breaking accessibility tools that people depend on.
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