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For a long time, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/reddit">Reddit</a> felt like it wasn't a place for everyone. Not that everyone couldn't be there — it's free to join, completely anonymous, and you can lurk without an account — but it was also a weird, sometimes dark little corner of the internet, probably closer to 4chan than Instagram. It was a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reddit-new-content-policy-2015-7">bastion of free speech</a> but <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reddit-ceo-said-racism-is-okay-2018-4">one that could get ugly</a>, something that Reddit leadership <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reddit-war-users-community-free-speech-ellen-pao-victoria-taylor-2015-7">struggled to define and defend</a>. The interface was tricky to navigate for those not in the know.Nowadays, Reddit is a different — and more mainstream — beast. It's spent the past several years <a target="_blank" href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2018/03/19/reddit-and-the-struggle-to-detoxify-the-internet">cleaning itself up</a>. It's banned controversial subreddits and made the platform a more pleasant, user-friendly place to be. As its cofounder and CEO Steve Huffman told <a target="_blank" href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2018/03/19/reddit-and-the-struggle-to-detoxify-the-internet">The New Yorker in 2018</a>, the platform worked to get its "shit together."Moderators of individual subreddits — users that manage communities and enforce their content rules — still run much of the show but under a tighter set of policies. The moderators are pretty good at keeping their own houses in order, and in a landscape where AI spam is making it increasingly hard to figure out what's authentic information, Reddit's community-driven content and policing shine. Real, actual, live human beings are talking to each other, which, on balance, is good. This broadening of the platform has also been reflected in the business. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reddits-ipo-set-to-take-front-page-of-internet-public-2024-3">Reddit went public</a> earlier this year at a $6.4 billion valuation, and last quarter, the 20-year-old company turned a profit for the first time in its history. Reddit lovers and noobs are flocking to the site, thanks in part to the Google gods. The search platform is <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/why-reddit-is-taking-over-google-right-now-2024-4">prioritizing Reddit's results</a>. There's speculation that it has to do with the companies' $60 million <a target="_blank" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/google/comments/1ax1nyh/reddit_has_struck_a_60_million_deal_with_google/">deal</a> to let Google use Reddit's data to train its AI, though both deny that's the case.Normal people — or, rather, people who aren't so steeped in online culture — are also seeking Reddit out. If you've recently found yourself inputting whatever search term and then tacking "reddit" onto the end of the search, you're not alone: On the company's most recent earnings call in October, Huffman said it's the sixth-most-Googled term in the United States this year."Those are people literally typing the word Reddit into Google," Huffman said. "So they know they're going to end up on it. They're using, in this case, Google to navigate Reddit."In other words, Reddit is a little bit <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/google-search-getting-worse-spam-affiliate-links-duckduckgo-bing-2024-1">the new Google</a>. And while people may not be heading in droves to Reddit to search directly, the hope is — at least on Reddit's end — that they someday will.It's not just Google. Other tech platforms' missteps have become some of Reddit's gains. As Twitter has become a worse, uglier forum for discourse, Reddit has emerged as an alternative for users and advertisers alike. People are increasingly <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vox.com/technology/23962999/best-product-reviews-shopping-reddit">using Reddit to find reviews</a> instead of turning to places such as Amazon, where the review section is often flooded with fakes. It's also becoming a more trusted place for reliable information — even <a target="_blank" href="https://www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2024/10/white-house-reddit-disinformation/680220/">the White House is using it to combat misinformation</a>.Basically, if you want to get honest opinions about a crockpot you're considering or get a sense of what recovery from a medical treatment might be like based on real-life experiences, Reddit is becoming the place to go for more people, including people who would have shied away just a few years ago.For those not paying close attention, Reddit's most recent earnings report was a bit of a "Wait, what?" moment. Its <a target="_blank" href="https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/reddit-stock-skyrockets-earnings-beat-ai-growth-revenue-huffman-2024-10">stock popped</a> after the company announced that its revenue had jumped by 68% and its daily active users increased by 47% compared to a year ago. Revenue from ads was up, as was cash from other areas — namely, Reddit licensing its data to train AI.Much of the boost in eyeballs appears to be coming from people who are relatively new to Reddit or who don't have accounts. Reddit's daily active users who are logged in to their account is up 27%, but that metric is up by 70% for people who are logged out. This is a bit of a risky proposition for Reddit — Wall Street and advertisers are more focused on that logged-in number because, <a target="_blank" href="https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/reddit-traffic-google-search-growth.html">as John Herrman at New York Magazine points out</a>, the Google algorithm can always shift against you, shutting off the traffic spigot. But for the purposes of looking at what's going on with consumers, the story is pretty clear: Lots of people are landing on Reddit more often, many of whom are casual browsers."It has gone from kind of a fringy and kind of, 'I'm not sure about it,' to very mainstream, and it's showing up in the numbers," said Mark Lehmann, the CEO of Citizens JMP Securities, one of the banks to help take Reddit public. He added that given how quickly the platform has grown and "monetized things even faster than people thought, I think it shows you the power of the leverage of the brand and the legitimization."To be clear, Reddit is still pretty small compared to other social-media sites. As <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?h=e1355fc23cfc066980304c13aa726ac457ef26acf9ae7b17eddf693d740d7560&amp;postID=672a7cbbd057d3e5c5c4df84&amp;postSlug=reddit-mainstream-google-traffic-stock-revenue-human-users-2024-11&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theinformation.com%2Farticles%2Fwhy-reddits-explosive-growth-could-last">Anita Ramaswamy at the Information notes</a>, Snap has over 400 million daily users, and Meta has 3 billion across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, whereas Reddit has 97 million. Reddit's growing fast, though, and it's got a lot of room to grow. Marcel Hollerbach, the cofounder and chief innovation officer of Productsup, an e-commerce software company, compared Reddit's potential growth to that of Amazon."When you look at product searches, they tended to start primarily on Google, and nowadays Amazon actually has more product-search-related traffic than Google has," he said. "I would assume that, I mean, it's a matter of time until people figure out that probably if they're searching for a conversation around something or they want real user feedback and not just like a Wikipedia page or something, they might directly start engaging with Reddit."Reddit's recent ascendance was not a foregone conclusion. I won't dive into the site's full history, but let's just say it's had its fair share of controversies and upheavals, including over-greenlighting some <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reddit-bans-r-fatpeoplehate-the-community-furious-ellen-pao-2015-6">pretty gross subreddits</a>, being a home for<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/new-jennifer-lawrence-nude-photos-on-reddit-2014-9"> leaked nude celebrity photos</a>, and allowing a fair amount of racist, sexist, offensive, and even potentially illegal content to run rampant. It's also dealt with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reddit-blackout-48-hour-what-you-need-to-know-2023-6">revolts</a> from users and moderators. Even if you're not aware of the specifics of the fuss around Reddit, for a lot of people, it just had a reputation as being off the beaten path. In many ways, that's a positive — it gave space for people to anonymously have real conversations and engage with niche communities they might not find anywhere else. But there were also, as mentioned, some downsides.Part of what's happened with Reddit is that it's grown up. In terms of moderation, it's not perfect, but no one can even agree on what perfect is. If it wants to keep growing — and be on the public markets — there's a level of maturity that is necessary. Scott Kessler, the global sector lead of technology, media, and telecommunications at Third Bridge Group, pointed to the takeoff of r/WallStreetBets and the subsequent attention to the subreddit, especially during <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/wallstreetbets-gamestop-nathaniel-popper-book-excerpt-2024-6">the GameStop short squeeze</a>, as a recent touchpoint that helped push Reddit into the mainstream. As much as WSB was treated as fringe at the time, it became much less so, especially after the media caught on. Two more things have caught people's attention when it comes to possible growth and performance: AI and data licensing and machine translation into other languages. Reddit isn't just reaching more people in the US, it's reaching more people everywhere. Going public, for Reddit, has entailed becoming a more welcoming place for users as well as for investors, Kessler said. If you're hosting a subreddit where illegal activity's going on, it's very different to deal with it as a private company than a public one."If you're public and these things come out, I mean, that could start having an impact on your market cap. And so that obviously will make a whole host of stakeholders unhappy," he said. It's not dissimilar to PayPal clamping down on gambling transactions in the early 2000s.Not everyone is thrilled with the normie-zation of Reddit. Jessica Melton, a 33-year-old longtime Redditor in Seattle, told me that it took a while for her to get the hang of Reddit when her then "self-proclaimed nerd" boyfriend introduced her to it in high school. But then, she felt like it helped her become her own person. It's where she found tips for approaching her first gynecological appointment, how she discovered she had a relatively common skin-picking disorder, why she decided to go to therapy, and how she navigated being the first among her friends to become a mom. She likes that there's more moderation now because there were some "really disgusting subreddits," but she also misses some of the specificity and smallness of the old days."There's way more ads, more sponsored stuff, more influencers in general, too," she said. "I have noticed more brands posting and pretending not to be a brand, and it's really obvious for people who have been on Reddit for a while. And it's annoying."To some extent, it's impossible to keep it too weird while becoming mainstream, and there's some specialness that's inevitably lost with growth. What's been gained isn't all good, either. Many of the factors that have driven people away from other platforms, whether it be Amazon or Instagram or Google, are things to which Reddit isn't immune. AI bots can talk on Reddit. Brands can overrun it. Just as search engine optimization operations have gotten good at gaming Google, they can likely do it on Reddit, too.Perhaps right now, Reddit's in almost a sweet spot: not so big that it's completely ruined by corporatization, not so niche and unwieldy that it's a hellscape. It's part social media, part search engine, part just a place for real answers, or as close to real as you're going to get on the internet today.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/author/emily-stewart">Emily Stewart</a> is a senior correspondent at Business Insider, writing about business and the economy.

How Reddit went from a weird corner of the web to everyone's favorite digital hangout

New Delhi, Netflix show "Scoop" and its lead star <keyword id="3991" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="karishma-tanna" source="Orion">Karishma Tanna</keyword> are nominated for the <keyword id="18746709" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Asia-Contents-Awards-Global-OTT-Awards" source="Orion">Asia Contents Awards &amp; Global OTT Awards</keyword> 2023, the organisers announced on Tuesday. According to its official website, Asia Contents Awards &amp; Global OTT Awards is an annual event to celebrate the achievements of excellent content made for TV, OTT, and online across Asia. It is organised by Busan International Film Festival and Korea Radio Promotion Association. While "Scoop" has secured a nomination in the Best Asian TV Series, Tanna is vying for the Best Lead Actress trophy at the awards. "Scoop" follows Jagruti Pathak (Tanna), a star crime reporter at a Mumbai newspaper, who makes headlines after she is accused of her rival Jaideb Sen's murder. The critically-acclaimed Hindi language series, created by Hansal Mehta and Mrunmayee Lagoo Waikul, premiered on Netflix in June. Mehta, also director of the series, congratulated the team for this "great honour". Backed by Indian production banner Matchbox Shots, the show is inspired by Jigna Vora's biographical book "Behind the Bars In Byculla: My Days in Prison". "#Scoop on @NetflixIndia nominated for ACA and Global OTT Awards. - Best Asian Series - Best Actress @KARISHMAK_TANNA... A great honour for the entire team. This is all because of them. Congratulations partner in crime @mrunmayeelagoo @MatchboxShots," Mehta said in a post on X. In the Best Asian TV Series category, "Scoop" will compete with "The Black Yard" (Kazakhstan), "Not Others" (South Korea), "Delete" (Thailand), and "Taiwan Crime Stories" (Taiwan). Besides Tanna, other Best Lead Actress nominees are South Korean star Song Hye-kyo ("The Glory"), Hollywood star <keyword id="76399" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="zoe-saldana" source="Orion">Zoe Saldana</keyword> ("Special Ops: Lioness), Singaporean star Rebecca Lim ("Third Rail"), and Malaysian actor Emily Chan ("The Patient"). The Asia Contents Awards &amp; Global OTT Awards 2023 will be held on October 8 at the BIFF Theater, Busan Cinema Center, during the course of the Busan International Film Festival, which runs through October 4 and October 13. Indian films also will have a strong presence at the 28th edition of the upcoming film gala, which will see premieres of several titles such as "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani", "Joram", "Agra", and "Against The Tide".

Scoop's Karishma Tanna nominated for top honours at Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards

<ul class="summary-list"><li>A massive IT outage on Friday caused widespread disruption across different sectors worldwide.</li><li>An expert said the outage, linked to a CrowdStrike update, mirrors Y2K fears that never came true.</li></ul>In 1999, the specter of<a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/gen-z-fashion-trends-y2k-indie-sleaze-old-money-twee-2022-1"> Y2K</a>, or the millennium bug, caused mass, worldwide anxiety about the risks of power, air travel, and stock market outages.Y2K passed with barely a blip, but over two decades later, one web security consultant says those fears have finally been realized, thanks to a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/crowdstrike-global-it-outage-one-defective-it-update-sparked-chaos-2024-7">massive IT outage</a> on Friday."This is basically what we were all worried about with Y2K, except it's actually happened this time," Troy Hunt, an Australian web security expert, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/troyhunt/status/1814205754880242032">said in an X post.</a>In <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://x.com/troyhunt/status/1814198760387596407">another post</a>, Hunt said, "I don't think it's too early to call it: this will be the largest IT outage in history."While Y2K did not ultimately cause the widespread chaos that was feared, Friday's outage arguably has.It has resulted in <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/mass-it-outage-companies-operations-airlines-affected-microsoft-crowdstrike-2024-7">major disruptions</a> to travel, banks, and supermarkets across the globe, which are still ongoing at the time of writing.On Friday, Microsoft reported problems with its online services linked to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/crowdstrike-global-it-outage-one-defective-it-update-sparked-chaos-2024-7">an issue with CrowdStrike,</a> a cybersecurity firm.CrowdStrike admitted that one of its updates was behind the outages.George Kurtz, CrowdStrike's CEO, said the problems were caused by a "defect" in a "content update" for Microsoft Windows.He added that the issue had been "identified, isolated" and that a fix had been deployed.As Business Insider's reporting has documented, <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/crowdstrike-global-it-outage-one-defective-it-update-sparked-chaos-2024-7">911 lines</a>, banks, and broadcasters are among those affected by the outage. Grocery stores, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/supermarkets-fast-food-chains-retailers-disrupted-global-it-outage-2024-7">retailers, and fast-food giants</a> have also experienced malfunctions with their in-store cash registers.And air travel has also been disrupted.In Singapore, Changi Airport, one of the world's busiest airports, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/ChangiAirport/status/1814204048238944388">said</a> it was manually checking in passengers of some airlines.Several UK airports and international airlines have been impacted, with US airlines like Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/united-american-warn-pilots-of-communication-issues-amid-grounding-2024-7">issuing ground stops</a> on Friday.The London Stock Exchange Group's Workspace news and data platform was also <a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/lsegs-workspace-platform-suffers-outage-market-sources-say-2024-07-19/">affected</a>, preventing news from being published on its website.<a target="_blank" rel=" nofollow" class="" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-19/norges-bank-reports-technical-problem-with-liquidity-operations">Malfunctions also hit Norway's central bank</a>.The latest outage highlights the fragility of the world's IT systems and just how dependent modern society is on them.In a comment provided to BI, Dan Coatsworth, an investment analyst at AJ Bell, said: "The world grinding to a halt because of a global IT meltdown shows the dark side to technology and that relying on computers doesn't always make life easier."

This will be the largest IT outage in history, bringing Y2K fears to reality, web-security expert says

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Google faces a landmark antitrust trial over its alleged digital ad market monopoly.</li><li>The DOJ and 17 states allege Google used acquisitions and ad auction tactics illegally.</li></ul>Google executives and lawyers are headed to the Eastern District of Virginia Courthouse on Monday to face a landmark antitrust trial that could result in the breakup of its business.That outcome would be a boon for Google's adtech rivals but wouldn't necessarily provide an instant panacea for the publishers and advertisers that have come to depend on its services.The case, brought by the US Department of Justice and 17 state attorneys general, alleges that Google used acquisitions and anticompetitive ad auction tactics to build an illegal monopoly of the digital ad market.The trial is focused on the open web display ad market and the tools that power the ad auctions that happen in the milliseconds it takes for a webpage to load.Google owns an ad server that publishers use to manage their ad inventory, buying tools that advertisers use to purchase ads, and an ad exchange that connects the two. It owns the most popular of all three technologies, which the DOJ alleges helped the company impede rivals, inflate advertising costs, and reduce revenue for publishers.The trial is set to last multiple weeks, and Google will likely appeal if the judge doesn't rule in its favor. That means it could be months before the real ramifications of the case are known.Still, the case is being closely watched by all members of the online ad ecosystem, which is expected to reach some <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://chart-na1.emarketer.com/265167/digital-ad-spending-worldwide-2022-2027-billions-change-of-total-ad-spending#_gl=1*i6ho3e*_gcl_au*MjM0MjQ1ODQ0LjE3MjI5NDExNzUuMTI1NDc4NTAuMTcyMjk0MTE3Ni4xNzIyOTQxMTc4">$691 billion in spending this year</a>. The DOJ and the states are seeking a breakup of Google's adtech business. Such a move would not only transform the online advertising landscape. It would be the "biggest forced corporate shake-up since Microsoft unbundled the Internet Explorer browser in 2000," Macquarie media tech analyst Tim Nollen wrote in a recent research note.Business Insider interviewed analysts, legal experts, and adtech insiders to explore how the industry would shape up if Google is declawed. Google on Sunday published a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/public-policy/google-ad-tech-sept-2024/">blog post</a> that said it intends to show in court how advertisers and publishers choose to use its adtech because it "simple, affordable, and effective."<h2 id="d9ba6873-391d-40b5-ab40-742d45033c22">A Google breakup would be a major boost for rival adtech firms like The Trade Desk and Magnite</h2>It's hard to find an adtech company that isn't gunning for Google to lose this case.The DOJ wants the judge to rule that Google needs to separate its publisher adtech — the DoubleClick for Publishers ad server and its Google AdExchange — from its advertiser adtech, namely its Google Ads and Display &amp; Video 360 ad-buying platforms.<div type="image" title="Google's ad tech stack" height="666" width="1276" msid="113191335" hostid="261" sizebytes="24658"></div>The argument goes that by owning the entire adtech stack, Google has access to a huge pool of ad inventory that it can tie to demand on its ad-buying platforms. That setup means most publishers select Google as their ad server, the complaint argues.Plus, Google has troves of user data from its logged-in users on platforms like Chrome and Gmail. Combined, that gives Google wide visibility across the entire auction process, the ability to refine its bids accordingly, and a way to self-preference its own ad inventory tech, the complaint says.Many industry experts think that untethering Google's supply and demand side would level the playing field for competing tech companies with big advertising businesses, such as Meta and Amazon, as well as pureplay adtech firms. That, in turn, could boost innovation in the space, reducing costs for advertisers and increasing revenue for publishers, some experts say."[Demand-side platforms] like The Trade Desk, [supply-side platforms] like Magnite and PubMatic, specialist ad tech services like Criteo, and companies supporting alternative IDs and data collaboration like LiveRamp, all should see a better competitive landscape without the heavy hands of Google scooping up so much of the business itself, and for its own purposes (YouTube)," Macquarie's Nollen wrote in a recent research note.Separately, a divestiture could encourage more transparency and traceability of data flows within the online ad ecosystem, Elettra Bietti, assistant professor of law and computer science at Northeastern University, told Business Insider."Transparency, in turn, could lead to better regulation of surveillance and behavioral advertising, which is currently a significant concern for privacy advocates," she added.<h2 id="22fbad15-d850-486a-8c45-0310325ac6af">A DOJ win isn't necessarily good news for all publishers and advertisers</h2>Google and its lawyers are expected to argue in court that a breakup of its adtech stack would harm publishers and advertisers and make it more difficult for the company to invest in important research in areas like artificial intelligence.The barrier to entry to start advertising on Google Ads is incredibly low, which is part of the reason why it has attracted so many small business advertisers.Mark Jamison, director and professor of the Public Utility Research Center and director of the Digital Markets Initiative at the University of Florida, has <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.aei.org/technology-and-innovation/small-businesses-should-be-wary-of-a-breakup-of-google/">said</a> a breakup of Google and the resulting free-for-all from lower quality adtech players could result in higher ad prices and lower quality ads."Absent evidence that Google is artificially restricting the quantity or quantity of ads, and that consumers would accept more ads, a breakup of Google's business will harm small businesses by removing their preferred advertising channel," he told Business Insider.One publisher tech executive, who asked for anonymity to preserve business relationships, said while many in the publishing community are unhappy with some of Google's historical actions, a breakup might not be the best outcome.This executive said that if Google sold off its sell-side business, its DV360 ad-buying platform might not have any incentive to continue spending on the open web and instead just direct even more ad dollars to Google's own platforms. Separately, they said that while a separation of Google's ad server and its ad exchange would be good for competition in the adtech market, it might drive ad server costs up for publishers.Google's ad server is "a loss leader, they make all their money in AdX," the exec said, referring to Google's ad exchange that connects buyers and sellers.<h2 id="302448a4-afd4-4a39-b44d-78c9314e5f31">Global regulators have Google in their sights, too</h2>Any unraveling of Google's ad empire would be complex.A separate adtech company would still likely be worth billions, meaning any potential suitor with enough capital to acquire it would encounter its own competition issues. It's more likely that it would be spun off into a separate company. But then there's also the technical challenge of untangling assets that, by design, have become so intertwined.Either way, experts generally think Google will probably come away from this trial with a bloody nose as regulators are increasingly taking a dim view of its advertising practices. The company recently lost a separate search ads antitrust trial.Over the pond, the European Union said last year it might look to <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/eu-says-it-may-seek-breakup-of-googles-ad-tech-business-b988fd78">break up</a> Google's adtech business. And just last Friday, the UK's competition watchdog <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cma-objects-to-googles-ad-tech-practices-in-bid-to-help-uk-advertisers-and-publishers">said</a> its investigation into Google's adtech practices had provisionally found Google had abused its dominant positions in operating its publisher ad server and ad buying tools. In a statement, Google said it disagreed with the CMA's findings, which it said were based on "flawed interpretations of the ad tech sector.""It's a bad month to be a monopolist," <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ariellesgarcia_usvgoogle-activity-7237762680244113408-tR5g?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">wrote</a> Arielle Garcia, director of intelligence at adtech watchdog Check My Ads.

Inside the landmark Google adtech antitrust trial that could transform the $700 billion global digital ad market

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Microsoft is adding an AI feature to its Edge web browser in an apparent bid to win more users.</li><li>Rival web browsers Chrome and Safari are far more popular than Edge, StatCounter data shows. </li></ul>Microsoft might be the most valuable listed company, but it's failed to get very many people to abandon Chrome or Safari in favor of its own web browser.However, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/microsoft-edge-tips-and-tricks">Edge</a> may become a little more enticing with the addition of a new AI feature.Microsoft plans to launch an "AI theme generator" next month that will let users create their own browser themes by using a text prompter to create images."Applying the theme includes setting the generated image on the Edge new tab page, and applying the image's dominant color to the browser frame," according to an update to its <a target="_blank" href="https://affiliate.insider.com?h=7fffdd8470de086252218e1a89dc9ac4963241f29ae5fd7cceef493aba05a0a4&amp;postID=6641ddf4e52035f85afd08eb&amp;postSlug=microsoft-edge-web-browser-ai-feature-theme-generator-chrome-safari-2024-5&amp;site=bi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.microsoft.com%2Fen-us%2Fmicrosoft-365%2Froadmap">365 road map.</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/what-is-microsoft-edge">Microsoft Edge</a> launched in 2015 to rival web browsers Google Chrome and Apple's Safari. It was intended to replace Internet Explorer, which was <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/internet-explorer-retire-nostalgia-floods-twitter-iconic-browser-microsoft-2022-6">retired in 2022</a>.Chrome is the web browser for most internet users. Data from StatCounter <a target="_blank" href="https://gs.statcounter.com/browser-market-share">shows</a> the Google offering had a global market share of more than 65% in April. Safari had more than 18%, with Edge lagging behind on about 5%.In January, Google announced three new generative AI features for Chrome. They include a browser theme generator, a tab organizer that suggests and creates tab groups based on a user's open tabs, and a tool called "Help Me Write" to assist users in writing pieces such as reviews.According to Apple Insider, Apple is <a target="_blank" href="https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/04/30/apple-to-unveil-ai-enabled-safari-browser-alongside-new-operating-systems">gearing up</a> to launch an AI browser assistant called "Intelligent Search" that can automatically generate summaries of web pages by identifying subjects and key phrases. It's expected to be announced with the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-siri-generative-ai-improvements-iphone-report-2024-5">rollout of its latest iOS 18 update</a> at its Worldwide Developers Conference next month.Microsoft didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider, made outside normal working hours.

Microsoft really wants you to start using its Edge web browser 

To support professionals in the workplace, <keyword id="141088" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="amazon-web-services" source="Orion">Amazon Web Services</keyword> (AWS) is announcing eight new, free AI and <keyword id="15777223" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="generative-ai" source="Orion">generative AI</keyword> courses which are open to anyone and aligned to in-demand jobs. These courses augment more than 80 free and low-cost AI and generative <keyword id="6258885" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ai-courses" source="Orion">AI courses</keyword> and resources provided through AWS. <keyword id="18635" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="amazon" source="Orion">Amazon</keyword> also launched AWS Generative AI <keyword id="49588" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Scholarship" source="Orion">Scholarship</keyword> and collaboration with Code.org to help underrepresented and underserved students gain access to next-generation tech education. Through the AWS Generative AI Scholarship, AWS will provide Udacity scholarships, valued at more than $12 million, to more than 50,000 high school and university students from underserved and underrepresented communities globally. A new AWS study found strong demand for AI talent and the potential for workers with AI skills to earn up to 47 per cent more in salaries. "Looking ahead, AI will only become more integral to the way business is done, with 93 per cent of businesses expecting they will be using AI solutions across their organization in the next five years," the study noted. Amazon's new AI Ready commitment is in addition to AWS's commitment to invest hundreds of millions of dollars to provide free cloud computing skills training to 29 million people by 2025, which has already trained more than 21 million people.

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When you woke up this morning, it is likely that one of the first things you reached for was your phone, whether to scroll through the news, catch up on your messages or simply check the time. This reminds me of a time when things were very different. In my childhood, a telephone was not something you got easily. You needed to apply for one and wait in the queue till it was assigned to you. Sometimes, for months, or even years. Today, it’s hard to imagine that such a scenario existed, when the world wasn’t, literally, at your fingertips. Our phones now serve multiple purposes, from making and receiving calls, their original ‘calling’ (tongue firmly in cheek!), listening to music, ordering food or groceries, booking your transport, checking emails, taking photos, storing phone numbers, and the list goes on as every day there seems to be more that you can do with your phone. The telephone has evolved from its humble and simple beginnings as a rather clunky part of your furniture to the sleek, modern all-in-one device that you hold in your hand. The ‘World Wide Web (www)’ that we have accepted as an intrinsic part of our lives has also evolved, as technology and connectivity improved. It started becoming more accessible in the early 1990s. The web initially consisted of simple content that was primarily text-based. This worked well, considering that, in those days, you depended on a dial-up connection with extremely limited speeds to access the web. Patience was a virtue that you had to practice. Some of the popular websites that come to mind are Yahoo and AOL, which made news and financial information easily available to us. In the early noughties, there was a move to user-generated content as social media platforms such as Orkut, MySpace and Facebook gained popularity. These platforms provided us with a way to connect and share our news, views and updates with friends and family from across the globe. The upgrade from slow dial-up to high-speed broadband options played a key role too. This brings us to the present, when we have high-speed networks not only for computers but also on our phones. Information and data are available at the click of a button or even with just voice commands or requests. It makes you wonder, what could be next. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="The Web - Reloaded" comment="subhead" text="The Web - Reloaded">The Web - Reloaded</cmsannotation> We are now at the cusp of the <a href="https://www.infosysbpm.com/offerings/functions/digital-business-services/case-studies/documents/keeping-pace-with-the-times.pdf">next big change</a> – Web3 – which is envisioned to be a decentralised system, built, operated, and owned by its users. Reports from earlier this year say that the global Web3 market is expected to see phenomenal compound annual growth of 67% in the next few years, from 5 trillion dollars this year to almost 40 trillion in 2025. Blockchain technology, smart/intelligent contracts, Decentralised Finance (DeFi), Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), and metaverses are hailed as the inevitable disruptions required to move the web forward into the future. Just as the current mobile phones are a far cry from the initial vision of Alexander Graham Bell who was awarded the first telephone patent, Web3 will be very different from the web that was invented by Sir Tim Berners-Lee. As with anything new, there are several mountains that need to be scaled along the way. Web3 developers are working on improving aspects such as: User experience: Users currently enjoy easy access to the web. Graphical user interfaces have been developed and improved to the extent that users can seamlessly interact with the interface to accomplish what they set out to do. The Web3 user experience, however, leaves a lot to be desired. Users are yet to be able to easily access Web3 and intuitively engage with it. Data privacy and security: While Web3 gives users transparency and connectivity, the other side of the coin is to ensure that the privacy and security of data remain uncompromised. Since the control will be decentralised, a proper system of checks and balances will have to be built to keep data secure. Environmental impact: Another aspect that Web3 is struggling to address is the sheer amount of energy it uses as decentralised networks use complex infrastructure with high energy needs. Efforts are being made to make Web3 sustainable and eco-friendly. Compatibility and scalability: The decentralised nature of Web3 brings with it the challenge of compatibility issues between the various blockchains and this becomes a natural stumbling block to the scalability of the technology. Web3 advocates are hard at work to iron out the various complex challenges that currently stand in the way of its widespread adoption. Slowly but surely, solutions are being found to the obstacles. The push towards Web3 is gradually gathering momentum as many countries plan to invest in research and adoption of the <a href="https://www.infosysbpm.com/offerings/business-transformation-services/insights/documents/a-shot-in-the-arm-for-sscs.pdf">technology</a> in the near future. Additionally, research shows that 88% of companies are already exploring new web technologies and expanding how the web works. All things considered, the future of Web3 looks bright. Soon, the vision of Web3 – a decentralised system, built, operated, and owned by its users – could be a reality. Disclaimer: This article is authored by Manoj Nair, AVP &amp; Global Head of Marketing, Corporate Strategy &amp; Risk, Infosys BPM. The opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Business Insider India.

Through the looking glass: into the Web3-verse

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Global airlines are governed by nine "freedoms of the air," drafted 80 years ago in 1944.</li><li>These dictate how airlines can operate in foreign nations, with some more complicated than others.</li></ul>Over the past 100 years of shuttling people around the globe in metal flying machines, the world's aviation network has grown into a vast web of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/the-evolution-of-transatlantic-flying-in-photos-2021-10">intersecting routes that connect nearly every corner of the globe.</a>Because of the complexities of crossing international borders, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/flying-on-fifth-freedom-routing-from-new-york-to-singapore-2023-1">commercial carriers follow what is known as the "freedoms of the air"</a> — or the right for an airline to operate within a nation other than its own.These building blocks of aviation make international connectivity possible. According to the International Civil Aviation Organization, or <a target="_blank" href="https://www.icao.int/pages/freedomsair.aspx">ICAO</a>, there are five official freedoms and four other "so-called" rights, that have been outlined in agreements between countries. ICAO is an agency of the United Nations that sets standards for the global aviation industry.Drafted in 1944 during what is known as the Chicago Convention, the laws were <a target="_blank" href="https://www.icao.int/ChicagoConference/Pages/chicago-conference-introduction.aspx">written</a> as world governments relaxed their grip on airline networks and pricing. This liberalization, however, meant countries with bigger airlines would likely dominate the skies — prompting them to implement strict route regulations.<div type="image" title="The Chicago conference ran from November 1 to December 7, 1944 and was attended by 700 delegates from 52 States" height="677" width="1354" msid="109244144" hostid="261"></div>The governing freedoms not only promote more competition and choice but also allow airlines to optimize routes and increase efficiency, according to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.flightradar24.com/blog/9-freedoms/#:~:text=By%20allowing%20airlines%20to%20fly,gives%20more%20choice%20to%20consumers.">FlightRadar24</a>. Most international carriers except for a very small few follow the basic freedoms of allowing airlines of one state to fly over or land in another, and vice versa.<a target="_blank" href="https://2009-2017.state.gov/e/eb/tra/ata/">Open Skies</a> agreements simplify these international routes, like the one between the European Union and the US that allows any airline registered in either market to fly between the two.Some freedoms are more complicated, but provide interesting and diverse route options to travelers.<h2>The fifth and eighth freedoms of the air</h2>Beyond the first four freedoms, there is one more officially recognized right, as well as the four "so-called" rights. The latter four were not officially drafted during the 1944 Chicago Convention but are regularly accepted and practiced worldwide.According to ICAO, the fifth freedom gives an airline of one nation the right to fly between two other countries, so long as the one-stop routes start or end in its home country and all parties agree.<div type="image" title="Singapore Airlines Airbus A380" height="724" width="1086" msid="109244369" hostid="261"></div>Among the most well-known fifth freedom routes are <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/review-dubai-to-new-york-milan-italy-emirates-boeing-777-2021-12">Emirates' flights from New York-JFK to Milan</a> and Newark to Athens, both flying onward to the carrier's base in Dubai.Similarly, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/flew-on-singapores-airbus-a380-premium-economy-one-flaw-review-2023-1">Singapore Airlines flies between New York and Singapore via a stop in Frankfurt</a>, and Australian flag carrier Qantas flies between Sydney and New York via Auckland, New Zealand, according to Google Flights.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/united-new-nonstop-international-routes-colombia-morocco-philippines-fifth-freedom-2024-3">United Airlines' delayed fifth freedom route</a> will fly between the US mainland and Cebu, Philippines, via Tokyo starting in October, the carrier told Business Insider on Monday. It was supposed to start in July — before the FAA launched an <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/boeing-likely-not-to-blame-recent-safety-events-united-2024-3?amp">investigation after a string of safety incidents at United.</a>These unique routes can be efficient for airlines trying to serve destinations that a plane can't reach nonstop, like Emirates' fifth freedom between Mexico City and Dubai via Barcelona or Latam Airlines' route between Sydney and Santiago, Chile, via Auckland. Still, carriers will make stops on otherwise attainable direct flights because they can capitalize on the high-demand market on both legs — filling more seats and making more money.Customers may also view carriers like Emirates and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/flying-singapore-in-economy-12-hours-would-easily-book-again-2023-1">Singapore as a more luxe offering</a> than the competing US and EU carriers across the Atlantic.<div type="image" title="Emirates A380 first class suite." height="1500" width="2000" msid="109244371" hostid="261"></div>On the other hand, an airline that wants to serve a low-demand market can better fill the plane by adding a fifth-freedom leg to a nearby city, like Dutch flag carrier KLM's <a target="_blank" href="https://www.google.com/travel/flights/search?tfs=CBwQAhopEgoyMDI0LTA1LTIyag0IAxIJL20vMDFseTVtcgwIAxIIL20vMGRscXZAAUgBcAGCAQsI____________AZgBAg&amp;hl=en-US&amp;gl=US">flight</a> between Amsterdam and Santiago via Buenos Aires. Among ICAO's most interesting "so-called" rights is the eighth freedom, which gives an airline the right to fly between two cities in a country that isn't its own— but the domestic leg seats cannot be sold as the entire journey must start or end in the foreign airline's home nation.Qantas used to fly an eighth freedom route between New York and Sydney via Los Angeles — but only those originating or destined for Australia could fly on the domestic cross-country leg, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/credit-cards/travel-rewards/what-are-the-freedoms-of-the-air/">Forbes</a> reported.Also no longer flying, per Cirium data, African carrier <a target="_blank" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/air-senegal-new-route-new-york-balitmore-dakur-2021-9">Air Senegal, for example, launched a flight from Dakar to Baltimore</a> with a layover in New York in 2021. The domestic leg seats couldn't be sold.Here's a closer look at the freedoms of the air.<h2>"Five Freedom Agreements"</h2><div type="image" title="Qantas Boeing 787-9." height="724" width="1086" msid="109244374" hostid="261"></div>First FreedomThis allows an airline of one nation to fly over another without landing.Second FreedomThis allows an airline of one nation the right to land in another territory for a technical stop. Think refueling or an inflight mechanical issue that prompted an unplanned emergency landing.Third FreedomThis allows an airline of one nation to carry passengers to a foreign state, and vice versa.Fourth FreedomThis allows the airline of one nation to take on passengers originating in another. The fourth freedom is simply the reverse of the third freedom.Fifth FreedomThis allows an airline of one nation to carry passengers between two countries other than its own so long as the route starts or ends in the carrier's home state.<h2>"So-called" rights</h2><div type="image" title="Ryanair Boeing 737 MAX 8 as seen during taxiing, take off and flying phase in Eindhoven Airport EIN." height="3533" width="5300" msid="109244377" hostid="261"></div>Six FreedomThis allows an airline to carry passengers from one nation to another via its home state. This represents the typical hub-and-spoke network used by global airlines.Seventh FreedomThe seventh freedom is similar to the fifth freedom but takes out the limitation of where the route must start or end. Instead, an airline has the right to fly between two nations other than its own without flying onward to its home base.The EU's single-aviation market, for example, grants airlines the right to fly to and from any EU country, like Ireland-based Ryanair that flies between Rome and Vilnius, Lithuania.Eighth FreedomThis allows an airline to fly between two cities in a foreign country so long as all passengers originate or are destined for the airline's home state.Ninth FreedomThis cabotage freedom allows an airline of one nation to fly between two points in a separate single country. This does not exist in the US, but it does in the EU — like <a target="_blank" href="https://centreforaviation.com/analysis/reports/brexit-and-aviation-alls-well-that-ends-well-almost-548205">easyJet's</a> back-and-forth nonstop between Paris and Nice, for example.

Global airlines are governed by strict 'freedoms of the air' dating back 80 years. They've created some funky routes. 

<ul><li>Google <keyword id="30001" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="chrome" source="Orion">Chrome</keyword> and <keyword id="298811" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="apple-safari" source="Orion">Apple Safari</keyword> are the world’s most popular desktop browsers.</li><li>Google Chrome is the most vulnerable web browser of 2022, with 303 reported vulnerabilities.</li><li>90.4% of Indians use Google Chrome as a desktop browser.</li></ul>Google Chrome is a very popular browser, so much so that people choose to use it even if it's not already on their device. This means that the market for <keyword id="160305" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="web-browsers" source="Orion">web browsers</keyword> stays mostly the same because most people stick with Chrome. Statcounter, a platform that tracks web browser usage across various websites, reports that Google Chrome is still the world's most widely used desktop browser, holding 66.13% of the market. <keyword id="62620" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="safari" source="Orion">Safari</keyword> has regained its position as the second most popular browser globally, with 11.87% of desktop users regularly using it. <keyword id="2830338" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="microsoft-edge" source="Orion">Microsoft Edge</keyword> follows closely behind at 11%. However, only a small fraction of Indians, specifically 1.01%, used Safari in April. In the meantime, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/with-303-vulnerabilities-google-chrome-is-the-riskiest-browser-of-2022-atlas-vpn/articleshow/94673834.cms">Atlas VPN</a> has found that Google Chrome is the most vulnerable web browser of 2022, with 303 reported vulnerabilities thus far. In fact, Google Chrome has the highest cumulative number of vulnerabilities of all time, with 3,159 reported vulnerabilities. Conversely, Apple's Safari browser has consistently had low vulnerability numbers for years. Despite recently reaching over 1 billion users and becoming the second most popular browser globally, Safari had only 26 documented vulnerabilities in the first three quarters of 2022. Here’s the full ranking below: <ol><li>Google Chrome: 66.13%</li><li>Safari: 11.87%</li><li>Microsoft Edge: 11%</li><li>Firefox: 5.65%</li><li>Opera: 3.09%</li><li>Internet Explorer: 0.55%</li></ol><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Apple's macOS Ventura enhances Safari with new features" comment="subhead" text="Apple's macOS Ventura enhances Safari with new features">Apple's macOS Ventura enhances Safari with new features</cmsannotation> Apple's macOS Ventura comes with exciting new features for Safari, including web push notifications, Shared Tab Group, strong password editing, improved CSS, and Passkeys. The Passkeys feature allows users to authenticate websites using Touch ID, eliminating the need to create traditional passwords. Despite these improvements, Safari still needs to catch up in supporting some of the latest web standards. This can prompt some users to switch to alternative browsers. In contrast, Microsoft has focused on integrating AI-based features into the Edge web browser to attract more users. The company has incorporated Bing Search with ChatGPT and the popular image generator DALL∙E. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/what-are-vishing-scams-that-start-with-a-namaste-and-end-with-monetary-losses/articleshow/99762900.cms">What are ‘vishing scams’ that start with a Namaste and end with monetary losses</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/sony-wh-ch720n-headphones-review-featherweight-comfort-and-impressive-sound/articleshow/99911412.cms">Sony WH-CH720N headphones review: Featherweight comfort and impressive sound</a>

Apple’s Safari is the world’s second-most-used and least vulnerable desktop web browser, yet only 1% of Indians use it

<ul><li>Privacy has become a paramount concern in today's digital landscape, with users becoming increasingly aware of the need to protect their personal information.</li><li><keyword id="182214" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="google-chrome" source="Orion">Google Chrome</keyword> has been identified as the most vulnerable browser of 2022, with 303 vulnerabilities.</li><li>Privacy-focused browsers like <keyword id="36520" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="brave" source="Orion">Brave</keyword>, <keyword id="30002" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="firefox" source="Orion">Firefox</keyword>, Vivaldi, and Soul are alternatives to Google Chrome.</li></ul>Privacy has become paramount for phone users as more sensitive data is being moved to their phones. Whether it is their email passwords or bank pin, with websites and online services tracking user behavior extensively, people are becoming increasingly paranoid about risking their personal information. Most modern Android devices come preloaded with Google Chrome as the default web browser. However, considering that Google has a significant ad business, there may be concerns about its commitment to limiting product tracking. Despite being the most popular web browser globally, Google Chrome may not be as secure as you think. According to a recent report by Atlas VPN, a freemium VPN service provider, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/with-303-vulnerabilities-google-chrome-is-the-riskiest-browser-of-2022-atlas-vpn/articleshow/94673834.cms">Chrome</a> has been identified as the most vulnerable browser of 2022, with a staggering 303 vulnerabilities discovered so far. In fact, Chrome holds the dubious distinction of being the all-time leader with a total of 3,159 cumulative vulnerabilities. These findings highlight the need for users to be cautious and consider alternative options regarding their online security. This article will delve into the world of privacy-focused browsers that serve as alternatives to Chrome for Android and iOS devices. These browsers offer a variety of features, such as blocking trackers and encrypting data, to enhance online security and protect your privacy while browsing the web. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Brave (Android / iOS)" comment="subhead" text="Brave (Android / iOS)">Brave (Android / iOS)</cmsannotation> If you're a long-time user of Chrome and prefer a familiar interface in your next browser, Brave is an excellent privacy-focused alternative. The app offers a similar interface with a unique twist - the address bar has been moved to the bottom for easier accessibility. Privacy is a top priority for Brave, as evident when you open the browser. The new tab page features a Privacy Report, displaying the number of trackers and ads blocked and the amount of data saved. The browser boasts several privacy-focused features, including a built-in ad-blocker, anonymous browsing history, personalized private search, script blocking, cookie blocking, and private incognito tabs. With Brave, you can enjoy a browsing experience that prioritizes privacy and security. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Via (Android)" comment="subhead" text="Via (Android)"><keyword id="50494" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="via" source="Orion">Via</keyword> (Android)</cmsannotation> Via is the ultimate anti-Soul Browser. Weighing in at just 2MB, it's designed with minimalism. As you would expect from a browser of this size, web pages load lightning-fast, and scrolling is incredibly smooth. While the features are light, Via does allow for customization of the homepage, letting you play with elements such as the search bar, background, and favorites. Privacy is a core focus of Via, with features that include Do Not Track, Block Third-Party Cookies, and an option to request websites not to sell or share your data. With Via, you can enjoy a sleek, minimalist browsing experience without compromising on privacy and security. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Firefox (Android / iOS)" comment="subhead" text="Firefox (Android / iOS)">Firefox (Android / iOS)</cmsannotation> Firefox's priority is privacy, as it promises to block over 2,000 trackers by default, preventing them from collecting information about your online activities and slowing down loading speeds. The browser also supports extensions, allowing you to install your favorite desktop extensions, such as Dark Reader and Ghostery, for the first time on mobile. The Enhanced Tracking Protection mode prevents third-party cookies and intrusive ads that follow you around the web. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Vivaldi (Android)" comment="subhead" text="Vivaldi (Android)">Vivaldi (Android)</cmsannotation> With many customization options, including two-level stacked tabs, Vivaldi offers a high level of flexibility in managing your browsing experience. It also provides proper tablet support, ensuring a seamless browsing experience on larger screens without scaling issues. One of the standout features of Vivaldi is its commitment to privacy. The browser proudly claims it doesn't track your behavior, making it a privacy-conscious alternative to other browsers. It also has a built-in Ad Blocker that effectively blocks privacy-invading ads and prevents trackers from following you around the web. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Soul (Android)" comment="subhead" text="Soul (Android)">Soul (Android)</cmsannotation> If you thought Vivaldi was customizable, wait until you hear about Soul Browser. This lesser-known browser for Android takes personalization to the next level, allowing you to customize nearly every aspect of its appearance. From the address bar to the menu, search bar, tab bar, tabs page, and even the font, you can tweak Soul Browser to suit your preferences perfectly. Privacy has also been given special attention in Soul Browser. With features like ‘Do Not Track’ and ‘Global Privacy Control,’ you can have greater control over your online privacy and data protection. 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These web browsers are the best alternatives to Google Chrome for privacy-conscious iOS and Android users

<ul class="summary-list"><li>The <keyword id="10917570" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="global-privacy-control">Global Privacy Control</keyword> (GPC) feature is a setting in some browsers and plug-ins to tell websites not to sell your personal data.</li><li>GPC is found in a small number of browsers and plug-ins, and compliance is optional.</li><li>The GPC is being developed by a consortium of tech companies and publishers. </li></ul>The <a href="https://globalprivacycontrol.org/">Global Privacy Control </a>(GPC) is a technology initiative being spearheaded by a group of publishers and technology companies to create a global setting in web browsers that allows users to control their privacy online. This means you should be able to set the GPC control in your browser to prevent websites from selling your personal data. <h2>Why the Global Privacy Control feature is important</h2>In recent years, there has been increasing scrutiny on privacy rights online. In 2018, the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) went into effect, limiting the data websites can collect on EU citizens. The <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/new-law-ccpa-privacy-tell-websites-not-sell-personal-data-2020-1">California Consumer Privacy Act</a> (CCPA) is a similar legislative measure that went into effect in California in 2020. While there is enhanced interest in online privacy and some governments are taking steps to limit what websites can do with user data, there is no global way for users to opt-out of having their personal information sold or used in ways they don't approve of. Every website that needs to comply with legal mandates - or simply implement more progressive privacy policies - must implement an opt-out mechanism on its own. The GPC is built to inform websites not to sell user data. This is different from other privacy tools that might limit tracking but might still allow user data to be sold (or to sell that data itself). <div type="image" title="What is the Global Privacy Control feature 1" height="448" width="1052" msid="81471733" hostid="261"></div>When fully implemented, the GPC may allow you to opt-out of having your personal data sold by the websites you visit. <h2>Status of the Global Privacy Control feature</h2>Buoyed by these new laws, the GPC is intended to be a single, global setting users can activate in their <keyword id="379846" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Web-browser">web browser</keyword> that signals to all websites the user's intention about their <keyword id="803848" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Data-privacy">data privacy</keyword>. Currently, the specification is being written by an informal consortium of more than a dozen organizations including the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), the National Science Foundation, The New York Times, Mozilla, The Washington Post, and Consumer Reports. The specification that will govern how the GPC will be implemented and behave is <a href="https://globalprivacycontrol.github.io/gpc-spec/">still in development</a>, though in principle, it simply allows a website to read a value (such as Sec-GPC-field-value = "1") to know that the user has chosen to opt-out of having their data sold. A number of web browsers and <keyword id="1591532" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="browser-extensions">browser extensions</keyword> have implemented the GPC in its draft form. Moreover, adoption of the GPC privacy settings carries no legal weight. If you use a browser or extension with the GPC feature, at this time no websites are obligated to respect its setting - compliance with the GPC is voluntary. <h2>Where you can get the Global Privacy Control feature</h2>There are a half-dozen organizations that have implemented the GPC in software. If you want to use Global Privacy Control, investigate one or more of these.<ul><li>Abine: The<a href="https://www.abine.com/"> Abine Blur</a> privacy plug-in for Google Chrome includes a toggle to enable GPC. </li><li>Brave: The<a href="https://brave.com/"> Brave desktop web browser</a> includes a GPC control. </li><li>Disconnect:<a href="https://disconnect.me/"> Disconnect</a> is a paid privacy app for iOS and Mac. It now includes a GPC feature. </li><li>DuckDuckGo:<a href="https://duckduckgo.com/"> DuckDuckGo</a> is one of the best-known of the GPC-enabled products. It's a privacy-focused search engine. 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