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Microsoft Faces Backlash Over Windows Ads, Privacy Issues, Unwanted AI

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In an era where tech giants are increasingly scrutinized for their monetization strategies, Microsoft Corp. finds itself at the center of a mounting backlash from users and industry observers alike. Consumers and professionals are voicing frustration over what they perceive as aggressive pushes toward subscription models, intrusive advertising within core products like Windows, and a growing sense of privacy erosion through features that feel mo…
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While Microsoft is trying to bring back its controversial Recall tool to the forefront, the Brave browser joins the growing sling of applications that refuse to compromise the privacy of their users. After Signal, it's Brave's turn to announce that it disables Recall by default, a decision that illustrates [...] L的 article Brave blocks Microsoft Recall: a strong measure to protect your privacy has appeared first on BlogNT: the Blog of New Techno…

The use of artificial intelligence is becoming more widespread and because of that we have seen it being implemented in different programs and apps of both computers and mobiles. So, we have programs like Adobe Photoshop that integrate artificial intelligence that allows us to greatly accelerate the retouching. There are apps for mobiles that have AI of all kinds, including chatbots to "link" with virtual girlfriends/boyfriends. Up to Windows 11…

I don't know if you've seen it, but Microsoft has just revealed something absolutely amazing. No, I'm kidding, it's still shit and it's called Windows Recall. Windows Recall, for those who would have missed the beginning of the movie, it's this feature that takes screenshots of everything you do on your PC every few seconds. Microsoft sells this to us as a productivity tool to find your digital steps. Personally, I call it Big Brother who instal…

Launched in a climate of distrust, Windows 11's Recall feature continues to generate controversial reactions. Several applications, including Signal, Brave and AdGuard, now refuse to cooperate, citing significant risks to data confidentiality.

Microsoft has adapted its AI search Recall to the requirements of European legislation. With the July update, it is now available for Copilot+ PCs.

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Heise broke the news in Germany on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
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