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Privacy Concerns Surface Following Mozilla Firefox Updated Terms of Service

On February 26, Mozilla updated the Firefox browser’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice for the first time since its release. The latest update grants the company access to all data processed through its browser. Although the Firefox browser has been a reliable tool for users who care about privacy because of its commitment to protecting personal data…

Amazon Kindle Will Disable Downloading of Purchased Ebooks

Imagine spending years building your dream library, only to discover that termites are slowly eating your collection. That’s exactly how it feels for Amazon Kindle users right now. This week, a couple of YouTubers in a frenzy, and for a good reason: Amazon announced a change gnawing away at their users’ digital libraries. Starting February 26, Kindle users will lose the ability to download e-books to their devices…

Honey and Capital One Legal Troubles Fuel Rival Extension's Growth

Following the initial lawsuit against Honey, a series of new legal actions were taken against PayPal, the parent company of the Honey extension. One of the key plaintiffs in these lawsuits is GamersNexus, led by Steve Burke, who is known for his tech videos and for calling out companies engaging in unethical business practices against consumers. In addition to covering the case, Steve released a video featuring interviews…

Major Investigation Leads to Honey Browser Extension Lawsuit

Recently, content creator MegaLag has brought attention to concerns regarding Honey, a browser extension owned by PayPal. Honey is designed to assist users in finding and applying various online coupons to enhance their shopping experience. However, MegaLag’s investigation suggests that the platform may not always serve the best interests of consumers. Instead of consistently finding the best deals…