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Google Chrome Browser Site Engagement Metrics

The Site Engagement Service in Google Chrome provides metrics on user engagement for websites based on active time and other signals.

#digital-advertising

Sins Of The Cookie: How Third-Party Cookies Set The Industry Back | AdExchanger

The third-party cookie hindered digital advertising's development.

The cookie led to issues like lack of focus on context and reliance on questionable data.

Google's New Tracking Nightmare Confirmed For 3 Billion Chrome Users

Users will continue to be tracked in Chrome, despite prior promises to phase out tracking cookies.

Alphabet Bleeds Over $120 Billion In Market Value, Eyes Worst Day In 10 Months After DOJ Demands Google Chrome Sale - Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL)

Alphabet Inc. shares fell over 6% due to proposed DOJ remedies in antitrust lawsuits that threaten its core business.

The divestiture of Google Chrome could reshape Alphabet's business model dramatically.

A month after Google started turning off third-party cookies in Chrome - and marketers are still apathetic

Marketers' reaction to the demise of third-party cookies in Chrome has been underwhelming

Many marketers are not taking action or fully understanding the implications of this change

Razorfish's Chief Data Officer On How Agencies Can Cope With Signal Loss | AdExchanger

Agencies should prepare for cookie loss even if Google's deadline is missed

Brands are shifting towards building first-party data sets and alternative identifiers.

Sins Of The Cookie: How Third-Party Cookies Set The Industry Back | AdExchanger

The third-party cookie hindered digital advertising's development.

The cookie led to issues like lack of focus on context and reliance on questionable data.

Google's New Tracking Nightmare Confirmed For 3 Billion Chrome Users

Users will continue to be tracked in Chrome, despite prior promises to phase out tracking cookies.

Alphabet Bleeds Over $120 Billion In Market Value, Eyes Worst Day In 10 Months After DOJ Demands Google Chrome Sale - Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG), Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL)

Alphabet Inc. shares fell over 6% due to proposed DOJ remedies in antitrust lawsuits that threaten its core business.

The divestiture of Google Chrome could reshape Alphabet's business model dramatically.

A month after Google started turning off third-party cookies in Chrome - and marketers are still apathetic

Marketers' reaction to the demise of third-party cookies in Chrome has been underwhelming

Many marketers are not taking action or fully understanding the implications of this change

Razorfish's Chief Data Officer On How Agencies Can Cope With Signal Loss | AdExchanger

Agencies should prepare for cookie loss even if Google's deadline is missed

Brands are shifting towards building first-party data sets and alternative identifiers.

moredigital-advertising

#third-party-cookies

The Precipice of Peril: Publishers And Ad Tech Face A Harsh 2024 | AdExchanger

Google Chrome deprecating third-party cookies

Media facing challenges in value chain

Google is getting ready to unveil how Chrome's cookie opt-in model will work, sources say

Google's July announcement retained third-party cookies for Chrome, shifting power to users and impacting the $300 billion digital media industry.

Massive changes coming to Google Chrome threaten to reshape the modern internet

Google Chrome will stop using third-party cookies, impacting internet advertising.

Websites relying on third-party cookies for advertising revenue may struggle after Google Chrome makes this change.

Not Another Think Piece About Unkillable Cookies On Chrome | AdExchanger

Google decided not to deprecate third-party cookies in Chrome, opting for more user-controlled tracking disabling mechanisms.

Amid uncertainties, Silicon Alley's leading lights collectively shrug at Google's cookie news on earnings calls

The ad tech sector is reevaluating its strategies after Google Chrome's change in plans for third-party cookies.

DSPs prepare for heavy lifting within Privacy Sandbox

Uncookied Chrome users monetize about 30% worse than those with cookies, but this performance gap can be made up with continued investment in Privacy Sandbox and ID solutions.

56% of US marketers are testing for the cookieless future, but 30% do not know how to use the Protected Audience API.

The Precipice of Peril: Publishers And Ad Tech Face A Harsh 2024 | AdExchanger

Google Chrome deprecating third-party cookies

Media facing challenges in value chain

Google is getting ready to unveil how Chrome's cookie opt-in model will work, sources say

Google's July announcement retained third-party cookies for Chrome, shifting power to users and impacting the $300 billion digital media industry.

Massive changes coming to Google Chrome threaten to reshape the modern internet

Google Chrome will stop using third-party cookies, impacting internet advertising.

Websites relying on third-party cookies for advertising revenue may struggle after Google Chrome makes this change.

Not Another Think Piece About Unkillable Cookies On Chrome | AdExchanger

Google decided not to deprecate third-party cookies in Chrome, opting for more user-controlled tracking disabling mechanisms.

Amid uncertainties, Silicon Alley's leading lights collectively shrug at Google's cookie news on earnings calls

The ad tech sector is reevaluating its strategies after Google Chrome's change in plans for third-party cookies.

DSPs prepare for heavy lifting within Privacy Sandbox

Uncookied Chrome users monetize about 30% worse than those with cookies, but this performance gap can be made up with continued investment in Privacy Sandbox and ID solutions.

56% of US marketers are testing for the cookieless future, but 30% do not know how to use the Protected Audience API.

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#shopping-insights

Chrome on your iPhone can search using pictures and words at the same time

Chrome for iOS updates enhance search functionality with Google Lens and improve file storage options with direct integration to Google Photos and Drive.

Chrome on iOS now lets you search using images and text at the same time | TechCrunch

Google Chrome on iOS now allows simultaneous image and text searches, enhancing user experience with improved search capabilities.

Chrome on your iPhone can search using pictures and words at the same time

Chrome for iOS updates enhance search functionality with Google Lens and improve file storage options with direct integration to Google Photos and Drive.

Chrome on iOS now lets you search using images and text at the same time | TechCrunch

Google Chrome on iOS now allows simultaneous image and text searches, enhancing user experience with improved search capabilities.

moreshopping-insights

#manifest-v3

Chrome extensions remain a threat even after Google's Manifest V3

Manifest V3 aims for security enhancements in Chromium browsers, yet vulnerabilities and compatibility issues challenge its effectiveness.

Google Chrome Users Just Got Another New Reason To Switch

Google's Manifest V3 initiative is removing or limiting ad blockers, raising user privacy concerns.

uBlock Origin is significantly affected by Manifest V3, leading to a less functional version, uBlockOrigin Lite.

What Windows users need to know about Chrome's browser extension shakeup

Google Chrome is phasing out older extensions to adopt a new browser add-on standard, impacting popular ad-blockers like uBlock Origin.

Google Chrome's plan to limit ad blocking extensions kicks off next week

Google Chrome is phasing out the more capable Manifest V2 extension system in favor of the limited Manifest V3, despite controversy.

Chrome's Manifest V3, and its changes for ad blocking, are coming real soon

Google Chrome is implementing a new extension platform, requiring Manifest V3 for improved security and performance.

When uBlock Origin stops working on Chrome soon, you'll have 2 options

uBlock Origin may soon be unsupported in Google Chrome due to a shift to Manifest V3.

Chrome extensions remain a threat even after Google's Manifest V3

Manifest V3 aims for security enhancements in Chromium browsers, yet vulnerabilities and compatibility issues challenge its effectiveness.

Google Chrome Users Just Got Another New Reason To Switch

Google's Manifest V3 initiative is removing or limiting ad blockers, raising user privacy concerns.

uBlock Origin is significantly affected by Manifest V3, leading to a less functional version, uBlockOrigin Lite.

What Windows users need to know about Chrome's browser extension shakeup

Google Chrome is phasing out older extensions to adopt a new browser add-on standard, impacting popular ad-blockers like uBlock Origin.

Google Chrome's plan to limit ad blocking extensions kicks off next week

Google Chrome is phasing out the more capable Manifest V2 extension system in favor of the limited Manifest V3, despite controversy.

Chrome's Manifest V3, and its changes for ad blocking, are coming real soon

Google Chrome is implementing a new extension platform, requiring Manifest V3 for improved security and performance.

When uBlock Origin stops working on Chrome soon, you'll have 2 options

uBlock Origin may soon be unsupported in Google Chrome due to a shift to Manifest V3.

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#cybersecurity

Urgent Chrome update you can't ignore - there's a 'high' risk of hack

Google is urging users to update Chrome due to a serious vulnerability that allows hackers to seize control of the browser.

North Korean Hackers Deploy FudModule Rootkit via Chrome Zero-Day Exploit

North Korean hackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome to deploy malware targeting cryptocurrency organizations.

Cybersecurity experts warn widespread hack on Chrome and Edge browsers

It's crucial to be cautious of fake software posing as legitimate ones on search engines, as they can lead to malware attacks with no easy removal.

Urgent warning for Google users to update Chrome in next 72 hours

Users must update Google Chrome within 72 hours to patch vulnerabilities that allow hackers remote access. The public is urged to act quickly.

Update your Chrome! Google releases patch for flaw to stop hackers

Users are urged to update Chrome immediately to fix critical security flaws.

Google Chrome Switches to ML-KEM for Post-Quantum Cryptography Defense

Google's Chrome will replace KYBER with ML-KEM to enhance security against future threats posed by quantum computing.

Urgent Chrome update you can't ignore - there's a 'high' risk of hack

Google is urging users to update Chrome due to a serious vulnerability that allows hackers to seize control of the browser.

North Korean Hackers Deploy FudModule Rootkit via Chrome Zero-Day Exploit

North Korean hackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome to deploy malware targeting cryptocurrency organizations.

Cybersecurity experts warn widespread hack on Chrome and Edge browsers

It's crucial to be cautious of fake software posing as legitimate ones on search engines, as they can lead to malware attacks with no easy removal.

Urgent warning for Google users to update Chrome in next 72 hours

Users must update Google Chrome within 72 hours to patch vulnerabilities that allow hackers remote access. The public is urged to act quickly.

Update your Chrome! Google releases patch for flaw to stop hackers

Users are urged to update Chrome immediately to fix critical security flaws.

Google Chrome Switches to ML-KEM for Post-Quantum Cryptography Defense

Google's Chrome will replace KYBER with ML-KEM to enhance security against future threats posed by quantum computing.

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McLaren updates Google Chrome

McLaren is enhancing its F1 car with more Google Chrome branding and a chrome finish for the US Grand Prix this weekend.

Top 50 Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts | ClickUp

Keyboard shortcuts in Google Chrome significantly enhance browsing efficiency, allowing for quicker navigation without relying on mouse clicks.

#browsing-history

Google Adds Enhanced Product Discovery Options, Powered by AI

Google Chrome is integrating Google Lens capabilities for desktop browsing, enabling easier search and comparison of products without leaving the current tab.

Google will let you search your Chrome browsing history by asking questions like a human

Google Chrome desktop feature allows natural language queries on browsing history for easier recall.

Displaying recent browsing history

Browsing history for Edge and Chrome is stored in sqlite3 databases under the user's AppData directory.

Google Adds Enhanced Product Discovery Options, Powered by AI

Google Chrome is integrating Google Lens capabilities for desktop browsing, enabling easier search and comparison of products without leaving the current tab.

Google will let you search your Chrome browsing history by asking questions like a human

Google Chrome desktop feature allows natural language queries on browsing history for easier recall.

Displaying recent browsing history

Browsing history for Edge and Chrome is stored in sqlite3 databases under the user's AppData directory.

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5 useful management tools coming to Google Workspace on Chrome Enterprise

Google enhances Chrome Enterprise to enable better management, security, and flexibility for IT admins in work environments.

Chrome now lets you easily get rid of those annoying site notifications

Google Chrome now offers an instant unsubscribe feature for notifications, simplifying the process of managing unwanted site alerts.

#tab-groups

Google Chrome adds three new AI features to make your internet browsing life easier

Google Chrome is adding three new AI-assisted features: tab groups, an AI-powered writing assistant, and AI-generated themes.

Tab groups will help users organize a large collection of tabs, the writing assistant will help users write with more confidence, and AI-generated themes will allow users to create personalized themes.

Chrome can now organize your tab bar for you

Chrome 121 will have an AI feature that automatically organizes similar tabs into tab groups.

Tab groups in Chrome became a part of the browser in 2020 and are useful for visually organizing multiple tabs.

Chrome wants to make sure your tabs and groups are accessible across devices | TechCrunch

Google Chrome enhances its browser experience with iOS tab groups and cross-device syncing for better user engagement. Rolling out features soon.

Google Chrome adds three new AI features to make your internet browsing life easier

Google Chrome is adding three new AI-assisted features: tab groups, an AI-powered writing assistant, and AI-generated themes.

Chrome can now organize your tab bar for you

Chrome 121 will have an AI feature that automatically organizes similar tabs into tab groups.

Tab groups in Chrome became a part of the browser in 2020 and are useful for visually organizing multiple tabs.

Chrome wants to make sure your tabs and groups are accessible across devices | TechCrunch

Google Chrome enhances its browser experience with iOS tab groups and cross-device syncing for better user engagement. Rolling out features soon.

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How to manage Chrome automatic browser updates

Google Chrome's automatic updates contribute significantly to its dominance as the world's most popular web browser, despite some criticism regarding user experience.

#web-development

What is missing from the web? We're asking for Google

The CSS Day conference highlighted ongoing discussions around enhancing HTML and CSS for better web standards.

5 Tools That Made Me 10x Faster as a Web Developer | HackerNoon

Figma, Visual Studio Code, and Google Chrome are essential tools for web developers to enhance efficiency and speed.

What is missing from the web? We're asking for Google

The CSS Day conference highlighted ongoing discussions around enhancing HTML and CSS for better web standards.

5 Tools That Made Me 10x Faster as a Web Developer | HackerNoon

Figma, Visual Studio Code, and Google Chrome are essential tools for web developers to enhance efficiency and speed.

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Chrome dropped support for Ubuntu 18.04 but it'll be back

Google Chrome 128 requires fixes to function on Ubuntu 18.04, but Google plans to restore compatibility following community feedback.

Google Chrome is making it easier to access your saved passwords across devices

Users can soon access passwords, bookmarks, and addresses in Chrome by signing into their Google account, enhancing convenience.

Google adjusts its Chrome sync model to align with evolving user expectations for seamless data access.

#generative-ai

A Quick Look at AI in Chrome

Google is experimenting with generative AI in the browser, currently supported in Chrome Canary and Dev versions.

3 ways Google just supercharged your Chrome browser with AI - and they're surprisingly useful

Generative AI technology in Google Chrome enhances browsing experiences with new features like Circle to Search and Tab Compare.

A Quick Look at AI in Chrome

Google is experimenting with generative AI in the browser, currently supported in Chrome Canary and Dev versions.

3 ways Google just supercharged your Chrome browser with AI - and they're surprisingly useful

Generative AI technology in Google Chrome enhances browsing experiences with new features like Circle to Search and Tab Compare.

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Chrome will block one of its biggest ad blockers

Google Chrome's shift to Manifest V3 framework impacts popular ad blocker uBlock Origin, requiring users to switch to a compliant Lite version or another ad blocker/browser.

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Google Adds Lens, Other AI Tools to Chrome on Desktop

Google Chrome introduces new flexible search features with Google Gemini and AI models.

The Looming Question Of Cookie Consent | AdExchanger

Cookies aren't entirely going away; only some are, impacting user consent and potential similarities to Apple's AppTrackingTransparency.

Google Chrome Adds App-Bound Encryption to Protect Cookies from Malware

Google Chrome introduces app-bound encryption on Windows for added data protection.

Piledriving | TWiT.TV

Foldable iPhone with top-down fold design possibly in 2026.

Google Chrome becomes a 'picture-in-picture' app | TechCrunch

Google Chrome is introducing 'Minimized Custom Tabs' allowing users to seamlessly switch between native apps and web content for improved engagement.

AI Doesn't Threaten Humanity. Its Owners Do

Google Chrome's Incognito mode does not provide complete privacy; data harvesting is prevalent in the digital world.

Ethical use of AI should be prioritized to benefit society and avoid privacy invasion and democracy erosion.

Criteo Splits Out Retail Media Revenue For the First Time | AdExchanger

Investors showing approval for Criteo's retail media revenue growth.

How to Open Chrome using Selenium in Python

Installing Selenium library in Python using pip

Opening and authenticating Google Chrome using Selenium in Python

Business Tech Roundup: CEOs Are Using LinkedIn To Become Their Own Brand Ambassadors

CEOs leveraging LinkedIn for personal branding and engagement

Google Chrome changes impacting internet privacy and data tracking

Chrome for Windows-on-Arm laptops officially lands this week

Google releases native Chrome for Windows on Arm laptops, improving performance.

Collaboration with Qualcomm for better user experience on Arm-compatible PCs.

#microsoft

Microsoft Is Injecting Bing Ads Into Google Chrome...Again

Windows users are experiencing unexpected pop-up ads for Bing inside Google Chrome

Microsoft ads have a malware-like appearance, causing concern among users

Microsoft is stuffing pop-up ads into Google Chrome on Windows again

Microsoft is injecting pop-ups in Google Chrome to promote Bing.

Pop-ups offer Bing as the default search engine with the option to dismiss.

Microsoft fixes problem that let Edge replicate Chrome tabs without permission

Microsoft has fixed a problem where Google Chrome tabs were being imported to Microsoft Edge without user consent.

The issue occurred even when the importing data feature was not enabled in Edge, causing confusion among users.

Microsoft Is Injecting Bing Ads Into Google Chrome...Again

Windows users are experiencing unexpected pop-up ads for Bing inside Google Chrome

Microsoft ads have a malware-like appearance, causing concern among users

Microsoft is stuffing pop-up ads into Google Chrome on Windows again

Microsoft is injecting pop-ups in Google Chrome to promote Bing.

Pop-ups offer Bing as the default search engine with the option to dismiss.

Microsoft fixes problem that let Edge replicate Chrome tabs without permission

Microsoft has fixed a problem where Google Chrome tabs were being imported to Microsoft Edge without user consent.

The issue occurred even when the importing data feature was not enabled in Edge, causing confusion among users.

moremicrosoft

#privacy-protection

Google says Chrome can now protect you better while preserving your privacy

Google Chrome added real-time browsing protection to Safe Browsing feature

New feature hides visited URLs to protect user privacy

Google says Chrome's new real-time URL scanner won't invade your privacy

Safe Browsing feature in Google Chrome now offers real-time updates for all users with privacy-preserving URL protection.

Real-time checking against a remote server is used to enhance protection against malicious websites by reducing server requests and ensuring efficient processing.

Google says Chrome can now protect you better while preserving your privacy

Google Chrome added real-time browsing protection to Safe Browsing feature

New feature hides visited URLs to protect user privacy

Google says Chrome's new real-time URL scanner won't invade your privacy

Safe Browsing feature in Google Chrome now offers real-time updates for all users with privacy-preserving URL protection.

Real-time checking against a remote server is used to enhance protection against malicious websites by reducing server requests and ensuring efficient processing.

moreprivacy-protection

Indian Govt. Issues High Alert For Google Chrome Web Browser

Google Chrome is widely used globally.

CERT-In identified severe vulnerabilities in older versions of Google Chrome.

#search-suggestions

Google packs more searches into the Search Bar

Google Chrome now suggests search queries based on previous searches.

Chrome app displays image thumbnails of broader product categories for shopping searches.

Google Chrome's new slate of features will allow search even with a 'bad' network connection

Desktop Chrome users get user-generated search suggestions.

Chrome on iOS and Android offers image suggestions and search optimization in low network conditions.

Google packs more searches into the Search Bar

Google Chrome now suggests search queries based on previous searches.

Chrome app displays image thumbnails of broader product categories for shopping searches.

Google Chrome's new slate of features will allow search even with a 'bad' network connection

Desktop Chrome users get user-generated search suggestions.

Chrome on iOS and Android offers image suggestions and search optimization in low network conditions.

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Email and Text Marketing Are Cookie-proof

Google Chrome eliminating tracking cookies gradually, with the goal to completely remove third-party cookies by year-end.

Marketers shifting towards direct message marketing due to the decline of third-party tracking cookies.

Chrome gets a built-in AI writing tool powered by Gemini | TechCrunch

Gemin-powered AI writing generator in Chrome

Contextual AI recommendations based on webpage content

#microsoft-edge

Microsoft Edge steals your data from Google Chrome

Microsoft Edge is aggressively trying to get users to switch from Google Chrome.

Windows updates are enabling Edge to automatically copy open tabs from Chrome.

Edge appears to import Chrome tabs without user permission

Microsoft Edge browser is importing data from Google Chrome without permission, even when the feature is disabled.

The imported data includes more than just favorites and passwords, and is synced to the cloud if users are signed into a Microsoft account.

Surprise! Google Chrome goes native for Windows on Arm

Google is preparing a native version of its Chrome browser for Windows on Arm.

Microsoft has long supported an Arm version of its Edge browser, leaving Chrome users with slow performance on Windows on Arm devices.

How to Run a Reverse Image Search

Reverse image search is useful for finding the original source of an image and tracking down plagiarism or misinformation.

Reverse image search can also be used to find different versions of the same image or to gain more information about the content of an image.

Microsoft stole my Chrome tabs, and it wants yours, too

Microsoft Edge is automatically opening with Chrome tabs after Windows updates

There is a setting in Edge that imports data from Google Chrome without user confirmation

Microsoft Edge steals your data from Google Chrome

Microsoft Edge is aggressively trying to get users to switch from Google Chrome.

Windows updates are enabling Edge to automatically copy open tabs from Chrome.

Edge appears to import Chrome tabs without user permission

Microsoft Edge browser is importing data from Google Chrome without permission, even when the feature is disabled.

The imported data includes more than just favorites and passwords, and is synced to the cloud if users are signed into a Microsoft account.

Surprise! Google Chrome goes native for Windows on Arm

Google is preparing a native version of its Chrome browser for Windows on Arm.

Microsoft has long supported an Arm version of its Edge browser, leaving Chrome users with slow performance on Windows on Arm devices.

How to Run a Reverse Image Search

Reverse image search is useful for finding the original source of an image and tracking down plagiarism or misinformation.

Reverse image search can also be used to find different versions of the same image or to gain more information about the content of an image.

Microsoft stole my Chrome tabs, and it wants yours, too

Microsoft Edge is automatically opening with Chrome tabs after Windows updates

There is a setting in Edge that imports data from Google Chrome without user confirmation

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Google is using AI to organize and customize your Chrome browser

Google Chrome is incorporating AI features to improve user experience, including a Tab Organizer that automatically groups similar tabs and an AI-powered theme generator.

Another AI feature coming to Chrome is the 'Help me write' feature, which will generate a first draft when you right-click on a text box and ask Google's AI to help you write.

#cookie-deprecation

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

morecookie-deprecation

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

In 2024, the cookie will slowly crumble - don't wait to act

Accept that cookies are gone and move on

Measurement will be the number-one challenge for marketers due to the impact of cookie deprecation and other privacy policies

How a wave of AI web browsers are doing what Chrome doesn't

Microsoft Edge's Copilot sidebar includes a range of AI tools based on OpenAI's GPT-4 language model.