https://servo.org/blog/2024/06/28/input-text-emoji-devtools/
> However, now that Ladybird has forked and become its own independent project, all constraints previously imposed by SerenityOS are no longer in effect. We are actively evaluating a number of alternatives and will be adding a mature successor language to the project in the near future. This process is already quite far along, and prototypes exist in multiple languages.
So it looks like there's a plan to refactor away from C++ as it spreads its wings. I'm in favour of people funding any browser engine with a realistic shot at viability.
I guess I should also add that it is just the rendering engine, not a full browser