Microsoft Updates Windows To Stop You Using Chrome—Here’s The Problem

Microsoft has started 2026 with a surprise for users. Chrome downloads are being hit by the Windows maker’s latest update.

Chrome fixes a problematic security flaw in first update of 2026

Google has fixed a vulnerability in the new Chrome versions 143.0.7499.192/193 for Windows and macOS and 143.0.7499.192 for ...

Google Chrome 143 Security Bypass — 3 Billion Users At Risk

This Google Chrome vulnerability could leave your apps exposed to attack. You have been warned. Update your browser now.

Microsoft Has A New Strategy To Stop Windows Users From Downloading Chrome

Microsoft has started showing pop-ups to Edge users downloading Google Chrome, pointing out the former's better security and ...
Windows Latest

Microsoft shows Chrome pinned on the taskbar in a Windows 11 “Home of Gaming” ad, while it tells you to never use Google’s browser

Microsoft has a new ad that says Windows 11 is the home of gaming, but shows Chrome pinned on the taskbar instead.
The Verge

Windows 10 and Chrome are about to make switching default browsers even less painful

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TweakTown

Google Chrome is reportedly checking whether your Windows 10 PC can be upgraded to Windows 11

TL;DR: With Windows 10 support ending in October 2025, Google's Chrome browser is reportedly now tracking PC eligibility for Windows 11 upgrades (using anonymized data). This appears to be an effort ...