Microsoft Edge's new feature will force it to appear every time you turn on your Windows 11 PC

A new update now in testing sets Edge to automatically appear at startup, and you are forced to opt-out if you don't want it.
CNET

Microsoft Is Testing a New Feature That Will Force Edge Browser to Auto-Open

The latest beta version of the Microsoft Edge browser may automatically open every time you start your Windows 11 PC, without ...
Windows Report

Browser Choice Alliance Slams Microsoft’s Edge Auto-Start Test on Windows 11

Browser Choice Alliance criticizes Microsoft’s Windows 11 Edge auto-start test, saying it undermines user choice despite ...