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This is pure speculation.

1. Youtube is profitable, so there is no pressure to do it immediately.

2. It may hurt video creators more than it helps. Many youtubers are sponsored, so they would prefer a view with adblock over no viewer. This keeps them on the platform.

3. Similarly, it keeps viewers on the platform, and maybe more importantly, away from other platforms.



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