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Google Chrome Secretly Downloaded a 4GB AI File

Imagine opening your laptop and suddenly noticing that several gigabytes of storage space have mysteriously disappeared. No warning. No permission request No clear explanation. That is exactly what reportedly happened to some Google Chrome users after the browser quietly downloaded a hidden 4GB AI file in the background. The file…

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Google Chrome 'silently' downloads 4GB AI model to your device without permission, report claims — researcher says practice may violate EU law, waste thousands of kilowatts of energy

Security researcher says that Google is likely in violation of EU law and wasting thousands upon thousands of kilowatts.

Tom’s Hardware

Stop Chrome from tracking you — change these 5 settings right now

Chrome collects browsing history, search data, and usage patterns even in incognito mode, but you can limit what it tracks.

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'We can accelerate the adoption of post-quantum resilience for all web users': Google reveals how Chrome will help secure HTTPS certificates against quantum computer attacks — without breaking the Internet

Google plans to defend HTTPS certificates against quantum attacks using compact verification methods that preserve browser performance and system compatibility.

TechRadar

Google adds AI image generation to Chrome browser, side panel option for virtual assistant

Google is empowering its Chrome browser with the ability to alter pictures and introducing a side panel for a virtual assistant to help with online tasks as part of its push to turbocharge its of digital services with more artificial intelligence technology

The Independent UK

The latest Gemini feature in Chrome lets the AI browse the internet for you, and it looks very promising

Auto browse allows Gemini to handle multi-step browsing actions like searches, forms, and scheduling.

Android Central

Exclusive: This free VPN extension was hijacking CyberGhost's free servers – here's what it means for your privacy

TechRadar experts discovered that the 'BiuBiu VPN' Chrome extension was misusing CyberGhost’s resources. Here's all we know.

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This New Chrome Extension Takes X's 'About This Account' Feature to the Next Level

A new Chrome extension looks to bring the X feature known as About this Account directly to the homepage.

International Business Times

Gemini 3 in Chrome just made AI browsers pointless — even ChatGPT Atlas

Gemini 3 now builds AI directly into Chrome, giving you smarter search, multimodal tools and summaries — making AI browsers like ChatGPT Atlas unnecessary.

Tom’s Guide

I've been a Chrome user for years — here's why I'm unsure about switching to ChatGPT Atlas

ChatGPT Atlas has arrived, challenging Chrome in a big way. But these factors are holding me back from the switch.

Tom’s Guide

ChatGPT Atlas 'Not 10x Better Than Chrome', Analyst Says — Browser Could Struggle to Win Over Chrome Users

Gene Munster asserts that Google will ultimately prevail in the AI race, even against rivals like OpenAI's new Atlas browser.

International Business Times UK

Missed the Google Boom? Here's Why Experts Say It's Still Not Too Late to Cash In

Alphabet's stock is still seen as undervalued despite a recent rally, with analysts citing cloud growth, AI investments, and a narrowing valuation gap as reasons Google may deliver further gains.

International Business Times UK

How Google dodged a major breakup – and why OpenAI is to thank for it

An antitrust apocalypse has been averted, and it’s all down to its biggest competitor, according to the judge who could’ve forced Google to sell Chrome

The Guardian - US

Large Unusual Options Activity in Alphabet Options Shows the Stock Is Undervalued

Positive news from a judge who is allowing Alphabet to keep Chrome has spurred large, unusual options activity in GOOG and GOOGL put options. This highlights how undervalued GOOG and GOOGL shares are today.

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Euronews

Google will not be forced to sell Chrome, but will have to give up exclusive search deals

It comes a year after a judge ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in online search.

Tom’s Guide

OpenAI Wants Google Chrome — Here’s Why AI Companies Are Circling The Browser

Your definitive guide to why AI companies want to buy Google Chrome, what this means for you, and why one early Googler is worried about what's next.

Windows Central

Perplexity made a sky-high $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome — a bold and unusual move in the midst of antitrust scrutiny

Perplexity made a $34.5 billion offer for Chrome, far above its own value, but Google has no plans to sell the world’s most-used browser.

Android Central

News Weekly: Google teases Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Perplexity bids on Google Chrome, Samsung's XR glasses, and more

This week, Google officially teases its upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Perplexity wants to buy Chrome, Samsung's XR Glasses could be coming next year, Amazon is shutting down its Android store, and Google Wallet wants more permissions from you.

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The battle for Google Chrome: Search.com raises the stakes to $35 Billion

Search.com's $35B offer for Chrome promises cash back for users and revenue for publishers.

Fortune

Is Perplexity the next Google?

Perplexity's AI web browser, Comet, is mighty impressive, but the company also made an audacious $34.5 billion unsolicited bid to buy Chrome off Google.

Android Central

Perplexity offers $34.5 billion for Chrome amid DOJ antitrust case against Google

Antitrust pressure could make Google consider selling its popular web browser.

International Business Times UK

Here's the Real Reason Perplexity AI Just Offered to Buy Chrome — But Will Google Sell or Ignore the $34.5B Offer?

Perplexity AI challenges Google with a $34.5B offer for Chrome — a bold move that could change the future of browsers, search, and AI competition.

Windows Central

Perplexity’s $34.5 billion offer for Chrome raises eyebrows amid antitrust legal battles

Perplexity made a $34.5 billion offer for Chrome, far above its own value, but Google has no plans to sell the world’s most-used browser.

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Google Chrome Gets a $34.5 Billion Offer from Perplexity

Perplexity is back in the headlines as the AI startup has made an offer to acquire Google’s Chrome browser, offering $34.5 billion in a cash deal. While

Euronews

Conservative-leaning AI platform Perplexity makes shock bid to buy 'rival' Google Chrome

The Truth Social integrated AI firm made an unexpected €29 billion offer for the world’s most popular web browser as Google faces possible antitrust action in the US.

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