YouTube Escalates Ad Blocker Crackdown with Video Skipping Tactic

Users with ad blockers report videos automatically skipping to the end or muting, prompting frustration and workarounds.

YouTube's new enforcement causes videos to skip to the end or mute audio for ad blocker users.
The platform aims to push users towards its Premium service for an ad-free experience.
Reports of the issue span multiple ad blockers and browsers, including Chrome and Firefox.
Users are exploring alternative ad blockers and browsers to bypass the new restrictions.
YouTube has not officially confirmed if the skipping is a deliberate strategy or a bug.