Chrome, Google and uBlock Origin

Google Is Hobbling Popular Ad Blocker uBlock Origin on Chrome
Google is migrating Chrome browser extensions to a new specification that limits the functionality of ad blockers.
Google’s Chrome extension cull hits more uBlock Origin users
Google is disabling the original uBlock Origin ad blocker for more Chrome browser users, alongside other extensions that are no longer supported as the browser migrates to its new extension specification,
Urgent Google Chrome warning issued with over 3,000,000 users at risk of hacks
Millions of Chrome users have been warned to delete 16 browser extensions which have been weaponised for fraud. Cyber threats appear to be lurking everywhere and now hackers have their eyes set on unassuming Google Chrome users.
Google’s Chrome extension cull hits uBlock Origin amid Manifest V3 rollout
Block Origin ad blocker and other legacy extensions as it imposes its new Manifest V3 spec. The action impacts Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers, where users now receive notifications urging them to uninstall unsupported extensions.
Google Chrome warning as internet users at severe risk of harrowing fraud
Google Chrome is said to have been targeted by criminals injected malicious codes into browser extensions, which allows the crooks to steal user data and commit scams
What Is uBlock Origin, Ad-Blocker Disabled By Google Chrome
Block Origin is a free and open-source ad blocker and content-filtering extension for web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari.
Google’s Chrome extension cleanup affects more uBlock Origin users
Google has begun disabling popular Chrome extensions like uBlock Origin in transitioning to Manifest V3, aiming to enhance privacy and security. This change affects ad blockers' effectiveness, prompting backlash from users and developers.
Google Chrome users at risk: These 16 popular extensions could compromise your security
If you actively use Google Chrome extensions, this news might be concerning for you. Researchers have discovered that attackers have successfully infiltrated a slew of already trusted extensions, making them dangerous.

Chrome, Google and Android

Google Starts ‘Silently’ Tracking Your Phone—How To Stop It
Google Chrome is about to make a huge tracking change. We await a global prompt to say no to cookies within the world’s most ...
Can AI Startups Dethrone Google Chrome in the Web Browser Wars?
Google Chrome has been the dominant Web browser for a decade. But it may soon face competition from AI companies OpenAI and ...
Google Search is becoming less useful, a survey claims
A survey conducted by The Verge suggests that nearly half of the Google Search users feel that it is becoming less useful.
Ind vs Aus match live updates: Get scores on your phone
Want to keep track of the India vs Australia match without switching between apps? Google allows you to add a live scoreboard ...
It's time for Chromecast to make a comeback
The Chromecast Audio dongle was perfect for playing audio on your dumb speakers, but Google killed it for some reason.
A new split-screen feature is coming to Google Chrome, and it's surprisingly powerful
Uncovered by X user Leopeva64, the new Google Chrome split-screen feature appears to be now known as "Show side-by-side".
Samsung’s Project Moohan Android XR headset teased yet again at MWC 2025
Mobile World Congress 2025 has provided another look at Samsung's Project Moohan, an XR headset that the company has been ...
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Gemini Will Soon Be Able to Answer Questions About What's on Your Screen
Two new features, part of Google's Project Astra, can identify what's on the screen and respond to user queries via voice.