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Mozilla's Firefox 148 introduces centralized AI controls, including a 'Block AI enhancements' kill switch that can disable all AI features across the browser—covering translation, PDF alt-text generation, AI-driven tab grouping, link previews, and the built-in AI chatbot sidebar—emphasizing privacy and security with Nightly early access for enterprise testing.
Mozilla will add an AI controls panel in Firefox 148 featuring a 'Block AI enhancements' toggle that lets users block all current and future AI features or selectively enable five tools (translations, image alt text for PDFs, AI‑assisted tab naming, link previews, and a chatbot sidebar). The controls begin in Nightly on Feb 24 and roll out to all desktop users later in February, reflecting Mozilla’s emphasis on user choice and persistence of preferences across updates.
Mozilla says Firefox 148, rolling out Feb. 24, will add per-feature AI controls (translations, PDF alt text, AI-powered tab grouping, link previews, and the AI chatbot in the sidebar) plus a global Block AI Enhancements toggle, allowing users to disable all current and future AI features or choose which to use.
Firefox will add an AI controls switch in its February 24 update to disable or enable individual AI features—such as the built-in chatbot, translations, AI-powered tab group suggestions, and more—giving users choice and control over AI in the browser (including AI-generated image alt text and link-preview summaries).
Security researchers warn that 22 malicious browser extensions, hiding GhostPoster malware in their logos, have infected over 840,000 users across Chrome, Firefox and Edge since 2020. The extensions spy on activity, inject backdoor scripts, and redirect to fraudulent sites, with potential to install more malware. Mozilla and Microsoft removed the extensions, but affected users must uninstall them manually to stop further damage.
Mozilla's Firefox plans to include an option to disable all AI features, dubbed the 'AI kill switch,' in response to user backlash against AI integration in browsers. Despite assurances of user control, concerns remain about the true opt-in nature of AI features, with some users skeptical about Mozilla's commitment to user choice. Meanwhile, competitors like Vivaldi emphasize maintaining user autonomy and privacy, rejecting passive AI integration.
Mozilla's new CEO plans to integrate AI features into Firefox, but due to community backlash, a 'kill switch' will be added by 2026 to disable AI functionalities, reflecting ongoing tensions between innovation and user trust.
Mozilla's Firefox introduces an AI kill switch that allows users to permanently disable AI features, addressing privacy concerns and aiming to rebuild user trust after past controversial data policies.
Waterfox, a Firefox fork, is taking a stand against AI integration, explicitly refusing to include large language models (LLMs) in its browser, in contrast to Mozilla's plans for a more AI-enabled Firefox ecosystem. Mozilla has responded by promising an opt-in AI feature with a kill switch, but Waterfox's stance appeals to users seeking an AI-free browsing experience. Waterfox continues to cater to users who value privacy, customization, and legacy add-ons, positioning itself as a preferred alternative amidst Mozilla's evolving AI ambitions.
Mozilla's new CEO plans to transform Firefox into a 'modern AI browser' by investing in AI and expanding the browser into a broader ecosystem, despite community backlash over default AI features that many find unnecessary and intrusive.
Mozilla's new CEO aims to transform Firefox into a modern AI browser with enhanced privacy controls, including a toggle to turn AI features off, and diversify revenue streams beyond search engine royalties, amidst declining market share and rising competition.
Mozilla has appointed Anthony Enzor-DeMeo as CEO to focus on expanding AI integration in Firefox, emphasizing responsible AI use and user choice, amidst a broader effort to innovate in the browser space and diversify revenue streams, while maintaining its commitment to privacy.
The article discusses the author's mixed feelings about Mozilla and Firefox, criticizing Mozilla's management, executive compensation, and strategic decisions, while also acknowledging Firefox's technical strengths and the community's attachment. The author expresses a desire to support Firefox directly and highlights broader issues of corporate influence and open internet advocacy.
The article discusses the ongoing battle against Google's anti-adblock measures, the limitations of browsers like Chrome and Firefox, and the broader issues of web standards, privacy, and market dominance. It highlights efforts to bypass restrictions, the importance of using alternative browsers like Firefox and Brave, and criticizes Google's monopolistic practices, advocating for more diversity and political action to address these issues.
The article reviews performance benchmarks of Firefox versions 120 to 141 Beta on Ubuntu Linux using an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, highlighting changes in speed and memory usage over nearly two years of updates.