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Google Chrome is removing all uBlock Origin bypasses, with Microsoft Edge and Opera set to follow. The change affects ad-blocking capabilities in these browsers.

Vivaldi browser has released version 8 with a major UI redesign called 'Unified' that consolidates separate interface elements into one continuous surface. The company emphasizes its user-first philosophy by avoiding heavy AI integration, contrasting with competitors like Microsoft Edge that are embedding AI features throughout their browsers.

Google has published exploit code for a vulnerability in Chromium, threatening millions of users of Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and other browsers. The vulnerability can be exploited by any website a user visits, potentially creating a limited backdoor. This could allow an attacker to compromise thousands or millions of devices.

Microsoft is updating its Edge web browser to prevent saved passwords from being loaded into process memory in clear text at startup. This change comes after Microsoft previously stated that loading passwords into memory was by design. The update aims to improve security and protect user passwords.

Security researchers exploited 24 unique zero-days on the first day of Pwn2Own Berlin 2026, collecting $523,000 in cash awards, including hacks of Windows 11 and Microsoft Edge. The event highlighted significant vulnerabilities in popular software. Researchers demonstrated their ability to breach secure systems.

Microsoft Edge is introducing a new feature that allows its Copilot AI chatbot to gather information from all open tabs, enabling users to ask questions and compare products. The update replaces Copilot Mode, which had similar features but also offered agent-like capabilities. This change aims to enhance the user experience with more streamlined and controlled interactions.

A malicious campaign is stealing developers' secrets via fake Claude Code installers, targeting Chromium-based browsers and exfiltrating sensitive data. The attackers abuse the IElevator2 COM interface to decrypt cookies, passwords, and payment methods. The campaign uses a unique payload that doesn't match any documented malware family.

Microsoft Edge stores passwords in process memory, posing a risk to enterprises. A proof-of-concept exploit shows how someone with admin privileges can steal passwords and engage in further malicious activity. This issue highlights a potential security vulnerability in Microsoft Edge.

Microsoft Edge stores passwords in memory as clear text even when not in use, a security concern. The issue was highlighted on Twitter by a user. This could potentially expose user passwords to unauthorized access.

The article tracks the current Chromium versions used by major browsers like Chrome, Edge, Brave, and others, highlighting discrepancies between browser updates and the underlying Chromium project. It references a dedicated website for tracking this data and includes a Hacker News discussion link.

Mozilla criticizes Google for integrating the Prompt API into Chrome, arguing it undermines web openness. The API, already being tested in Chrome and Microsoft Edge, has sparked Mozilla's opposition.

A client's MetaMask seed phrase was auto-translated from English to Czech by the Edge browser, rendering it invalid for recovery. The issue arose due to Windows 11's Czech language settings and MetaMask's display in the Edge browser. Recovery efforts involved reverse-translating Czech words to likely English candidates using AI and brute-force testing against BIP39 standards.

Microsoft confirmed a recent Microsoft Edge update caused a bug preventing Windows users from joining Microsoft Teams meetings. The issue affects Teams users on Windows systems following the browser update.

A recent Microsoft Edge browser update introduced a bug that disrupts the right-click paste functionality in Microsoft Teams desktop client chats. Microsoft has issued a warning about the issue affecting user experience.