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  Massive Chrome security threat alert: How to secure your browser right now

  Technology | June 22, 2025 19:58 IST

  The Indian government has issued a high-severity alert for Google Chrome users, warning of serious security vulnerabilities that could let hackers take control of your system. This applies to Chrome users on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

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  'Google must sell its Chrome browser': Why did US Justice Department issue stern order to Alphabet?

  World | November 21, 2024 11:57 IST

  The proposed breakup floated in a 23-page document filed late Wednesday by the US Department of Justice calls for sweeping punishments that would include a sale of Google's industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions to prevent Android from favouring its own search engine.

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  Google faces regulatory pressure, may be forced to sell Chrome

  Technology | November 20, 2024 9:44 IST

  There are several antitrust cases currently filed against Google, which may compel the company to make difficult decisions. The main issue concerns Google's practice of making Chrome the default browser on Android devices.

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  US plans to force Google to sell Chrome, Android and GPay | KNOW WHY

  World | October 09, 2024 14:23 IST

  US District Judge Amit Mehta ruled in August that Google's search engine has been illegally exploiting its dominance to squash competition and stifle innovation. He has outlined a timeline for a trial on the proposed remedies next spring and plans to issue a decision by August 2025.

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  CERT-In issues warning about several vulnerabilities in Android and Mozilla Firefox

  Technology | April 03, 2024 19:02 IST

  The cyber agency has cautioned that a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by enticing a user to visit a specifically crafted request. This vulnerability is present in Apple Products and is attributed to out-of-bounds write issues in WebRTC and CoreMedia.

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  Google implements input numbers for slider controls in Docs and Slides

  Technology | March 17, 2024 19:59 IST

  According to the company, this new update will be available to Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual subscribers, and users with personal accounts.

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  Microsoft addresses concerns: Edge browser no longer 'Steals' chrome tabs, data

  Technology | February 17, 2024 15:58 IST

  Microsoft has fixed a problem in its Edge browser that was causing it to "steal" tabs and data from Google Chrome.

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  CERT-In Alerts: Critical security risks detected in Google Chrome OS | All you need to know

  Technology | February 10, 2024 12:24 IST

  CERT-In warns about serious security flaws in older versions of Google Chrome OS, urging users to update to the latest version to avoid potential risks posed by remote attackers.

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  YouTube showing 'ad blocker' ads after warnings users against using it: Report

  Technology | November 13, 2023 18:25 IST

  A report surfaced which stated that after YouTube officially blocked the use of Ad Blocker on the platform, still some of the users reported that the video-sharing website is showing the adblocker ad itself.

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  Google's Chrome for iOS adds to relocate address bar to the bottom

  Technology | November 01, 2023 10:13 IST

  Google is making a controversial design change to Chrome, following a similar move by Apple for Safari two years ago. Now the iOS users can change the position of address bar from top to placing it at the bottom, for more ease of use.

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  Google Chrome to offer 'Read Aloud' feature, akin to Microsoft Edge

  Technology | September 17, 2023 16:22 IST

  Google is working on another feature for Chrome. In Chrome 117, users will receive proactive alerts when an extension they have installed is no longer available in the Chrome Web Store. This alert will be triggered in three specific cases: when the extension has been unpublished by the developer.

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  6 alternate browsers beyond Google Chrome, to keep your data safe

  April 04, 2023 13:16 IST

  Every internet action is tracked by businesses and websites. However, several browsers are trying to save privacy. Here, we bring to you 6 alternatives for Chrome which prioritizes user privacy.

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  Firefox's anti-tracking protection now on Android: Know how it works

  Technology | March 16, 2023 20:30 IST

  TCP was introduced, but it was only available in Firefox's enhanced tracking protection mode (ETP), so users manually selected that security level to prevent cookie-based tracking. Last year, the company made TCP available and turned on by default in all modes on Firefox for Windows, Mac and Linux.

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  Google Chrome adds Partial Custom Tabs and Chrome Custom Tabs: How will it work?

  Technology | February 17, 2023 17:30 IST

  Chrome will now provide the developers to have more control over tab height with "Partial Custom Tabs, enabling the users to be engaged with the developer's application, said Google in an Android Developers blogpost.

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  How can an Android user lock incognito sessions on Chrome?

  Technology | January 27, 2023 19:30 IST

  Users can access this feature by navigating to Chrome Settings by going on the 'Privacy & Security' setting on their android device and then tapping to Turn ON "Lock incognito tabs when you close Chrome." The tech giant will mention the "Safety Check".

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  Google working on blocking insecure HTTP downloads in Chrome: Know more

  Technology | December 29, 2022 12:14 IST

  Google is reportedly working on a new security option to block Chrome's insecure HTTP (hypertext transfer protocol) downloads. HTTPS has become very common across the web, as per the reports. Moreover, the browser now marks any older HTTP website as 'Not Secure' in the address bar.

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  Google brings new passkey to support Chrome: Know more

  Technology | December 09, 2022 19:35 IST

  Google has started rolling out passkey support for Chrome with the Stable M108 version, for better safety. Passkeys are a safer replacement for passwords and other perishable authentication factors.

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  Google adds memory saver and energy saver mode: All you need to know

  Technology | December 09, 2022 12:51 IST

  Google to roll out both 'Memory Saver' and 'Energy Saver' modes for the users in the next couple of weeks. The new update will be operational to the Windows, ChromeOS and macOS.

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  Google Chrome update for Android brings amazing features which you must know

  Technology | October 19, 2022 14:11 IST

  Google Chrome has updated its browser specifically designed for Android devices which will have a couple of new features like a side-by-side view for improved tab navigation, ability to drag and drop- allowing users to move links, images and text from Chrome to apps such as Gmail, Keep and Photos.

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  5 Google Chrome extensions you must delete instantly to save yourself from hackers

  Technology | September 02, 2022 15:18 IST

  As per the report published on McAfee on their official website, there are these 5 Google Chrome extensions that are available on the Chrome Web Store, which says that they are the extensions made by Google itself, and further have around 1.4 million of total downloads.