2020-4-16 11:00 |
Google has removed 49 Chrome extensions masquerading as legitimate crypto wallets, including Ledger, MyEtherWallet, MetaMask and Jaxx, according to MyCrypto's Harry Denley. origin »
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Google has removed 49 cryptocurrency wallet browser extensions after a security researcher discovered they were stealing private keys. These Chrome extensions targeted users of crypto wallets, such as Ledger, Trezor, Jaxx, Electrum, Myetherwallet, Metamask, Exodus, and Keepkey.
2020-4-16 19:45 | |
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According to a series of Tweets by ‘Xrplorer Forensics’, hackers have been using fake Ledger Live chrome extensions to steal XRP coins from users. The hackers were even advertising their fake extensions on google searches and accounts are already being emptied, according to the Tweet, around 1.
2020-3-26 15:38 | |
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Approximately 1.4 million XRP has been stolen from the users in the month of March alone through the use of a fake Google Chrome extension. Through a thread of tweets released on March 24, a research group known as xrplorer forensics, revealed that hackers are stealing user backup passphrases through fraudulent Ledger Live extensions. Xplorer […]
2020-3-26 21:30 | |
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Fake Ledger Live extensions for Google Chrome are being used to collect user backup passphrases, a forensics team claims
2020-3-25 15:56 | |
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MetaMask has now been installed by over 1,000,000 users on Google Chrome according to the latest stats. It’s a major milestone for Ethereum and the MetaMask team. Users on MetaMask continue to grow as the Ethereum wallet plugin becomes one of the hottest cryptocurrency extensions.
2020-2-16 08:10 | |
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It appears that there are a fair few of malicious Chrome extensions out there. Albeit Google removed two of them, a new fake offering claiming to be a Ledger product has shown up. Ledger is one of the most popular hardware wallet manufacturers in the world.
2020-1-3 01:30 | |
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Google is making good on its “root-and-branch review” of third-party developer access to user data. The company has now said its new policy for Minimum Permission and updated User Data policy will be enforced starting October 15, 2019 — in other words, Chrome will no longer support sketchy extensions that gather data on your browsing activity.
2019-7-24 08:46 | |
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Proposed changes to Google Chrome, the browser of choice for 63 percent of devices, would cripple ad blockers and other privacy-enhancing extensions. Meanwhile, Brave and Opera may deviate from Chrome to retain the functionality of these extensions.
2019-6-11 08:47 | |
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Google is expanding its privacy audit to make third-party developer access to Chrome and Google Drive more secure. To that effect, developers must rework their Chrome extensions to request only minimum permissions without compromising their functionality “We’re requiring extensions to only request access to the appropriate data needed to implement their features,” Google outlined on its Safety and Security page.
2019-5-31 11:41 | |
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Coinspeaker EOS Releases Its Open Source iOS Wallet App and Chrome ExtensionsThe release of EOS open source iOS wallet app will allow developers to provide support for "inter-application transaction signing on native mobile devices".
2019-5-29 12:02 | |
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Joining the likes of Opera and Chrome, which banned all mining extensions, Firefox hopes its feature can cut back on illicit crypto-jacking programs that can slow down users' computers and raise their electric bills.
2019-5-23 19:24 | |
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Microsoft has officially announced a preview of its Microsoft Edge browser for the macOS. Microsoft originally unveiled plans for the browser at its annual BUILD developers conference held on May 6.
2019-5-21 11:03 | |
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Extensions, also known as plugins, provide a one-click way to customize your web browser. From filtering out offensive words to blocking unwanted ads, there’s a browser extension for that. Cryptocurrency users have a particular need for plugins to enhance their privacy, perform crypto payments in-browser, and check market prices.
2019-3-22 02:30 | |
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Google continues to challenge crypto-related apps and Chrome extensions, one strange step at a time.
2019-1-9 23:27 | |
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The plethora of functions available has ensured EO. Finance has numerous advantages, providing a great option for those searching for a fast and secure wallet, available to download on iOS and Android, EO.
2018-12-27 21:54 | |
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When Microsoft announced its Edge browser would be transitioning to the Chromium platform next year, I had one question: will it support Chrome’s extensions? The answer appears to be yes. As spotted by Thurrott, Edge’s Project Manager, Kyle Alden, took to Reddit to answer some question about the change.
2018-12-11 02:00 | |
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Major internet browsers now offer access to VPN services via a number of third-party extensions and in some cases through built-in features. These provide an easy and affordable means to protect your privacy and enjoy a censorship-free browsing experience.
2018-11-2 03:45 | |
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A growing number of cryptocurrency ATMs in Europe now buy and sell BCH, increasing the popularity and widening the adoption of Bitcoin Cash. Many of the teller machines are located in major cities and resorts offering Europeans and visitors easy access to the world of fast and affordable digital money transactions.
2018-10-4 02:25 | |
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Google has announced a number of upcoming changes concerning the development of new extensions for Chrome. Users of the web browser will soon benefit from improved security and better protection against malware including hidden miners and tools used to steal cryptocurrency.
2018-10-3 02:55 | |
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As cryptocurrencies are becoming mainstream, hackers are finding new ways to hack into user’s accounts and steal their digital coin holdings. From ransomware attacks to attacks on cryptocurrency exchanges, hackers have done it all.
2018-9-7 08:19 | |
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MetaMask MetaMask brings cryptocurrency to your web browser. Via a Google Chrome or Brave extension, users of MetaMask are able to run Ethereum based decentralised apps, without the inconvenience of running a full Ethereum node.
2018-8-13 17:30 | |
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In its latest move against cryptocurrencies, Google announced its plans to remove all bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining apps from the Play Store. The decision comes just months after banning Chrome extensions that mine cryptocurrency.
2018-7-29 08:05 | |
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Google has now banned all cryptocurrency miners from the Play store. Apps that manage mining hardware are apparently okay, though – for now. The new ruling is hidden amongst the July updates to Google’s Developer Policy Center, as spotted by Android Police.
2018-7-27 12:55 | |
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MetaMask, a popular web plugin that functions as an Ethereum wallet and allows users to run dApps in their browser, was briefly removed from Google Chrome’s web store today. Users speculated that the removal was related to Google’s ban on extensions that can be used for mining.
2018-7-26 21:36 | |
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MetaMask, a popular web plugin that functions as an Ethereum wallet and allows users to run dApps in their browser, was briefly removed from Google Chrome’s web store today. Users speculated that the removal was related to Google’s ban on extensions that can be used for mining.
2018-7-26 03:38 | |
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The other day, a friend called me and said that his Google Chrome browser is acting weirdly and may need reinstalling. According to him, every time he searched for something on Google some unknown website appeared with suspicious results.
2018-7-15 17:04 | |
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XDEFI will challenge MetaMask’s dominance of the browser wallet space by offering a new user experience for decentralized finance and nonfungible tokens.
The total number of publishers on Brave Browser has crossed 150,000 subscribers, according to Brave and Basic Attention Token… The post Crypto-Backed Brave Browser Reaches 150K Verified Publishers, 5 Weeks After Passing 100K appeared first on Invest In Blockchain.
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