Tag: Mozilla

Analysis of Google’s FLoC “shows several privacy issues” says Mozilla

The Federated Learning of Cohorts has some problems and Mozilla’s CTO hopes Google will address concerns before rollout.

New Mozilla extension lets you report harmful YouTube recommendations

The RegretsReporter extension will allow YouTube users to send reports to Mozilla about pseudoscience, anti-LGBTQ+ or other harmful videos.

Mozilla set to lay off 250 staffers as revenue hit by COVID-19

Economic conditions around the world have forced Mozilla to make a very hard call – letting a quarter of its workforce go.

Firefox makes DoH encrypted browsing default Stateside

Mozilla is the first browser to support the new encryption as default in the region.

Latest version of Firefox boasts even better tracking protection

The latest version of Firefox makes it harder for companies to track you.

Bug in Firefox is being exploited by attackers to freak out users

A pop-up on a malicious website exploits a bug in Firefox that freezes the browser and displays a warning but the warning is fake.

Firefox is finally getting a translate tool but it won’t be cloud based

Firefox’s translator will live on your device rather than in the cloud.

Firefox is beta-testing its own VPN service

The test is limited to the US for now but Firefox Private Network may soon be available in other countries. At least for testing.

Mozilla getting user feedback for redesigned Firefox logos

Mozilla is doing an icon overhaul, but wants to get user feedback on the best options.

Survey reveals very few users know what data Facebook collects

A survey commissioned by Mozilla finds people say one thing and do another. We’re not surprised.

Mozilla launches revamped Firefox Quantum browser

Can a leaner Firefox win over Chrome fans?

#DataMustFall really is a thing and it’s happening in Rwanda

Government in Rwanda has subsidised data for residents, allowing more people to use the internet.

Project Isizwe initiative wins R1 million funding in Mozilla contest

Mozilla hosted its first Equal Rating Innovation Challenge recently, where a Project Isizwe initiative was runner up.

Bridging the digital divide: SA startups set to compete for R3.3mil prize pool

Semifinalists in the Equal Rating Innovation Challenge now enter an eight week mentorship programme.

Mozilla to award R3.5m in prize money for ideas to connect 4bn people online

If you have an idea that could help bridge the digital divide, Mozilla wants to help you make it a reality.

Mozilla’s web design tool just got a whole lot better

Learning to code HTML, JavaScript and CSS gets a new look and extra functionality to make teaching and learning just that much easier.

[MWC2015] Orange bringing out a Firefox phone for Africa

Alcatel OneTouch is making another Mozilla phone, and it’s got a big name on board to help sell it.

Hey devs: come and learn how to create Firefox apps in Joburg

Come meet Mozillians and other Firefox developers at JoziHub this Jan.