‘Brave’ is a new browser that offers both ad-blocking and publisher payments

‘Brave‘ a new browser with a unique take on the ad-blocking problem launched in public beta today. Co-Founded by former Mozilla CEO, Brendan Eich, the browser encourages users to reward their favorite sites by making small deposits and anonymously sending Bitcoin-based tips to publishers, a solution that could provide middle ground on both sides of the ad-blocking debate. The debate hinges on two key points — revenue and user experience. Publishers rely on ad impressions in order to pay server costs, employees and to fund good journalism. Web users want fast-loading sites, uninterrupted viewing experiences and advertising that’s less over-the-top than what a…

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