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Brave Software appears to be installing VPN services on Windows devices without user consent during Brave Browser updates.
  • glad_cat@lemmy.sdf.orgEnglish
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    9 months ago

    The same company that was modifying the content of the pages as an opt-out feature deeply hidden in the setting? (e.g. bitcoin stuff on every Reddit link)

  • jet@hackertalks.comEnglish
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    9 months ago

    This is my shocked face, the company with a history of ignoring user agency and doing shady shit… Does some shady shit and ignores user agency.

  • governorkeagan@lemdro.idEnglish
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    9 months ago

    I’m clearly out of the loop with the hate towards Brave. Why all the hate? Also, if it’s hated so much why is it still recommended on Privacy Guides?

    EDIT Thank you for all the informative responses!

    • Ghazi@mastodon.tn
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      9 months ago

      @governorkeagan @throws_lemy Privacy Guides has a set of objective criteria to judge a browser’s security and privacy. People tend to hate Brave for reasons unrelated to security and privacy. Like the CEO’s politics, crypto (and recently AI) integration in the browser, some shady history about injecting referral codes, etc.
      Personally, I wish I could find an alternative that is as good as Brave. Until then, I’ll keep using it as it is perfect for my needs.