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Google Abandons Major Privacy Initiative For Chrome’s 3 Billion Users

Google has confirmed it’s phasing out its Privacy Sandbox initiative after six years of development. The decision represents a major reversal in Chrome’s privacy roadmap as the browser maintains over 70% market share despite growing competition from AI browsers.

Google’s Privacy Strategy Shift

Google has confirmed it is abandoning its Privacy Sandbox initiative, marking a significant reversal in the company’s approach to user privacy for its Chrome browser. According to reports, the six-year project aimed at replacing tracking cookies is now being retired, with multiple privacy-focused technologies being phased out.

by Ortega Rafael
Assistive TechnologySoftware Guides

Uno Platform Deepens Microsoft Partnership to Enhance .NET 10 Cross-Platform Capabilities

In a significant development for the .NET ecosystem, Uno Platform has revealed a deepening technical partnership with Microsoft. The collaboration has already delivered Android 16 support for .NET MAUI in the upcoming .NET 10 release, with plans for expanded cooperation across multiple .NET components.

Strategic Partnership Strengthens .NET Ecosystem

With .NET 10 approaching its November release, Uno Platform has announced a strengthened technical collaboration with Microsoft that sources indicate will significantly enhance cross-platform development capabilities. According to reports, the partnership has already resulted in Android 16 support being integrated into .NET MAUI for the upcoming release.

by Bennett Laura
Assistive TechnologyEnergy

AI Boom Fuels Natural Gas Expansion Despite Environmental Concerns

The artificial intelligence revolution is driving a massive expansion of natural gas-powered data centers, particularly in energy-rich regions. According to reports, companies including OpenAI, Poolside, and Meta are constructing facilities that rely heavily on fracked gas, raising environmental and community impact concerns.

AI’s Growing Energy Demands Spark Fossil Fuel Renaissance

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is creating an unexpected resurgence for the natural gas industry, according to multiple reports. Major AI companies are building massive data centers near gas production sites, often generating their own power directly from fossil fuels. This trend represents a significant shift in energy infrastructure development that AI companies are pursuing despite growing environmental concerns.

by Bennett Laura