Chrome battles online scams with on-device AI

Friday, May 9, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

In a high-tech twist on digital security, Google is deploying on-device AI in Chrome to sniff out and block online scams in real time. This stealth upgrade is set to intercept nasty cyber schemes before they even reach your browser, proving that even your computer can have a watchdog with a wicked streak.

mobilesyrup.com / Google is using AI to fight against scams

bleepingcomputer.com / Google Chrome to use on-device AI to detect tech support scams

techspot.com / Google adds on-device AI to Chrome to catch scams in real time

the-decoder.com / Google deploys AI in Chrome to detect and block online scams

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Apple’s Push for AI-Powered Safari Search Stirs Tech Tensions

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 7:20 am more...

Apple is reportedly planning to introduce AI search capabilities into Safari, a move that has sparked a war of words with Google over alleged declines in search traffic. Senior VP Eddy Cue’s remarks—later publicly challenged by Google—signal a new era in browser competition, blending innovation with industry drama.

cnet.com / Not Bought Into Apple Intelligence? Here's What You Can Do

arstechnica.com / Google hits back after Apple exec says AI is hurting search

appleinsider.com / Apple looking to AI for Safari search rumor forces rare & terse Google denial

techspot.com / Apple's Eddy Cue: AI search is coming to Safari, Google queries are falling, and the iPhone may be obsolete in 10 years

macrumors.com / Google Disputes Apple VP's Claim of Safari Search Traffic Decline

permalink / 5 stories from sources in 45 hours ago #ai #techpolicy #apple #browsers +

Apple’s Bold Safari AI Search Redesign Unveiled

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 11:20 am more...

Apple is rethinking its flagship Safari browser by injecting AI-powered search capabilities that dare to rival Google. The company’s renewed search strategy comes amid market jitters and plenty of bravado, sparking ripples in tech circles while analysts watch with buoyant skepticism.

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winbuzzer.com / Apple Explores AI Search for Safari, Signals Shift from Google to OpenAI, Perplexity, Anthropic

theregister.com / Apple exec sends Google shares plunging as he calls AI the new search

theinformation.com / Apple ‘Looking At’ Adding AI Search to Safari Browser, Exec Testifies - The Information

gizmodo.com / Apple’s Stock Price Falls After Exec Says It Is Considering Injecting Safari With AI

arstechnica.com / Cue: Apple will add AI search in mobile Safari, challenging Google

the-decoder.com / Google shares slide as Apple explores AI-powered search alternatives

engadget.com / Apple is considering adding AI search engines to Safari

cnet.com / Apple Looking to Transform Safari With AI Search

permalink / 16 stories from sources in 2 days ago #ai #apple #browsers #ios +

BrowserStack expands developer tools with Requestly buy

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 9:21 am more...

BrowserStack is sharpening its competitive edge by acquiring Requestly, a startup famous for its HTTP interception and API mocking tool. The strategic move promises to streamline modern web and mobile testing—if nothing else, it confirms that consolidation in tech isn’t just a buzzword.

siliconangle.com / BrowserStack acquires Requestly to expand developer testing capabilities

techinasia.com / Software testing platform BrowserStack acquires Requestly

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 3 days ago #software #browsers #acquisitions +