The Department of Justice is pushing for Google to sell off Chrome browser, citing anti-competitive practices. This move, if successful, would dramatically reshape the internet browser landscape. Google plans to appeal, arguing the proposed changes are excessive and harmful.
Microsoft is once again using underhanded tactics to promote its Edge browser, including a deceptive pop-up that tricks users into transferring their data from Chrome. While Edge is a decent browser, these tactics alienate users and may only lead to short-term gains for Microsoft.
Google has unveiled a new organizational structure following the merger of its Pixel, Android, and Chrome teams. This restructuring, led by Senior Vice President Rick Osterloh, places a focus on AI integration and competition with Apple’s iPhone. Key figures like Sameer Samat, Parisa Tabriz, and Shakil Barkat now lead critical teams within this newly formed superunit.
Google is bolstering Chrome cookie security on Windows by adopting a macOS-like protection system called ‘App-Bound’ Encryption, which aims to safeguard users from info-stealing malware. This new security measure, available in Chrome 127, encrypts data related to app identity and will eventually be extended to protect payment data, passwords, and other sensitive information. This move comes in the wake of a recent IT outage caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update, which highlights the vulnerability of Windows systems and prompts Microsoft to consider a similar Mac-like security approach.
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Google has reversed its plan to completely remove third-party cookies from Chrome, citing concerns from developers, privacy advocates, and regulators. Instead, Google will allow users to decide whether to enable these cookies, which allow companies to target advertisements based on user activity across the web.
Google has announced it will not be phasing out third-party cookies on Chrome as originally planned. Instead, they will introduce a new system giving users control over how these cookies are used, addressing concerns from regulators and competitors. The decision comes after the UK’s competition watchdog raised concerns about Google’s dominance in the ad market.
Google is testing a new feature in Chrome Canary that identifies and flags websites consuming excessive resources. Users can choose to make these tabs inactive, close them, or dismiss the warning. This feature aims to improve browser performance and addresses concerns about Chrome’s reputation for resource hogging.
Google has announced that it is delaying the phase-out of third-party cookies on its Chrome browser for the third time due to ongoing regulatory challenges. The move comes amid concerns that the phase-out could further boost Google’s dominance in the digital advertising market due to its increased reliance on first-party data and its advertising platforms. Google says it will continue to engage closely with regulators and industry stakeholders to address feedback and concerns.
