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The Current Status in the Legal Dispute What Ever Happened to Kim Dotcom?

Kim Dotcom is fighting against his extradition from New Zealand to the U.S., where he faces many years in prison. Read the full story at TECHBOOK.

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Qwant Becomes the New Standard EU Parliament Backs European Search Engine Over Google

The EU Parliament's service computers will soon have Qwant set as the default search engine instead of Google. The focus is on data protection and European alternatives.

Campaign Runs Through End of August Firefox Offers Unlimited Data VPN for Free

Firefox users can temporarily use the integrated VPN without limits. Additionally, the number of supported countries is increasing.

Directly in the Browser Google Earth Adds Free Flight Simulator

Google Earth introduces an experimental flight simulator. Users can now explore the virtual globe directly in their browser.

End of an Era Popular Ad Blocker Faces End in Chrome

Google removes the final workarounds for UBlock Origin. TECHBOOK examines what's behind the change and what alternatives remain.

Significance and Consequences What's Behind Google's New Opt-Out Feature?

Google is testing a new feature for website operators. In the future, they will be able to set how their content is used in AI-generated responses.

More Comfort Google Simplifies Photo Backup with Takeout

Fewer duplicate files and shorter wait times: Google introduces a new export feature for Google Photos.

Kagi Small Web The Search Engine That Finds Things Google Doesn't Know About

Kagi small web brings back the '90s internet and highlights content often overlooked by Google—how the alternative search engine works.

"Googple"? Google's AI Fails at the Word Google

Google's AI Fails Simple Task, Miscounts Letters in Its Own Name: Funny Error or Serious Issue?

Due to Google In Protest: This Search Engine Sees Massive Surge in Users

The internet search engine DuckDuckGo is suddenly gaining popularity. The reason for this is, ironically, Google.

Google Search as We Know It Will Soon Be Gone

Answer Machine Why Google's AI Plans Could Mean the End for Traditional Search

The way internet users search for information is on the brink of a fundamental change. Google demonstrated this at the I/O conference.

Millions Could Be Affected Google Accidentally Releases Code for Dangerous Browser Vulnerability

Google accidentally published exploit code for an open Chromium vulnerability. This affects Chrome, Edge, and other browsers.

Silent Gmail Change Affects Millions of Users

Important Feature Discontinued If You Don’t Respond, You Won’t Be Able to Retrieve Emails on Gmail Anymore

Google has discontinued support for Gmailify and POP3. Users must switch to IMAP and adjust their settings.

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Secure Analyses ChatGPT Now Checks Your Bank Account

OpenAI has introduced a new financial feature in ChatGPT for bank accounts. Users can now analyze data with it.

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Users Must Act Now! Google Chrome Secretly Downloads File in the Background

Google Chrome Installs Major AI Update in the Background, Occupying 4 GB of Storage: What Users Need to Do Now, According to TECHBOOK

Users Must Switch Shock for Kindle Fans: Important App Discontinued

The Kindle app for Windows is being discontinued. From June 2026, only a new app that runs exclusively on Windows 11 will be available.

Fight Against Cybercrime German Government Plans Longer Storage of IP Data

The German government plans to store IP addresses for three months in the future. The goal is to improve law enforcement in cases of cybercrime.

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While surfing, observed Scammers Access Cameras of Porn Viewers

Porn viewers should consider covering their cameras. A new malware threatens to secretly record people.

Study Reveals Problem "Reject All" Ineffective? Many Websites Use Cookies Despite Rejection

A study reveals that many websites set cookies even after users reject them. Even major corporations like Google and Microsoft are coming under pressure.

Delete Quickly! 108 Harmful Chrome Extensions Discovered

Security Researchers Discover 108 Chrome Extensions That Can Collect and Misuse Data; Users Should Act Now

Vertical Tabs This New Chrome Feature Brings Order to the Browser

Chrome Introduces Vertical Tabs and Enhanced Reading Mode The new features provide greater organization within the browser.

Criminals Use Captchas in New Scheme to Install Malware

"You're not a robot?" Fake Captchas Can Install Malware

Cybercriminals are using fake CAPTCHAs on manipulated websites to install malware. The BSI advises vigilance.

Ransomware Protection More Security in the Cloud: Google Drive Now Detects Suspicious Files

Google Drive now protects users from ransomware and allows them to easily restore encrypted files themselves.

Consumer Group Warns Against Paid Pension Services Online

Beware of Fraud! Consumer Center Warns Against Online Pension Portals

Online pension portals sometimes charge high fees. The consumer protection agency warns of potential cost traps.

From the Early Days of the World Wide Web How the First Computer Worm Crippled the Internet

The first computer worm was once named the Morris worm. TECHBOOK reveals the story behind its namesake.

Well-Known Career Portal Espionage? Serious Allegation Raised Against LinkedIn

The career platform LinkedIn is allegedly reading users' browser extensions. But is this really true?

Security Risk Why You Should Definitely Delete Your Old Email Addresses

They require no maintenance, so many people leave them unused. However, old email addresses pose serious security risks.

$375 million Court Fines Meta Heavily for Violating Youth Protection Laws

U.S. Court fines Meta $375 million for inadequate protection of minors on Facebook and Instagram.

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Second Attack in 2026 Hackers Steal 350 GB of Data From the EU Commission

Hacker group Shinyhunters claims to have stolen 350 GB of data from the EU Commission. The attack has been confirmed.

AI for Adults Too Risky? OpenAI Suddenly Halts Its Erotic Chatbot

OpenAI halts planned erotic chatbot amid criticism, protests, and technical issues. TECHBOOK has the details.