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Google's Blogger sites removed for alleged malware, users suspect AI feature

Google has reportedly taken down a large number of Blogger sites, citing "malware" as the reason. Many site owners are questioning the decision, stating they made no changes to their content or themes. One user speculates that a newly introduced AI-powered enhancement or widget on Blogger may be responsible for the mass deactivations. AI

IMPACT Potential disruption for users of AI-powered enhancements on content platforms.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a product issue (Blogger sites being taken down) and a potential cause (an AI feature), fitting the 'tool' bucket.

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Google's Blogger sites removed for alleged malware, users suspect AI feature

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    Just a wild guess, but why did hundred/thousands/who-knows of Blogger sites get canned by Google for "malware" when most had done nothing to their sites or them

    Just a wild guess, but why did hundred/thousands/who-knows of Blogger sites get canned by Google for "malware" when most had done nothing to their sites or themes? Yours sincerely included? Betcha this little newbie # AI gadget was the culprit. Just guessing. Hover tip says "inse…