Based on the community's feedback, we’ve added a setting to always hide AI-generated images by default.

You can enable it on Settings > Search > AI

"Data broker brags about having highly detailed personal information on nearly all internet users. The advertising industry is immensely powerful, and disturbingly opaque."

All Kagi products are 100% ad-free and with zero trackers of any kind. Our privacy is our dignity. It should never be for sale.

https://gizmodo.com/data-broker-brags-about-having-highly-detailed-personal-information-on-nearly-all-internet-users-2000575762

Kagi's Android app has Privacy Pass support.

You can add the Privacy Pass shortcut by holding the Kagi Android icon

Learn more about Privacy Pass authentication for Kagi Search here: https://blog.kagi.com/kagi-privacy-pass

Fossify is an open-source mobile app initiative aimed at being private and community-driven. It builds on the SimpleMobileTools project, which is no longer maintained. Fossify offers essential apps like Calendar, Contacts, File Manager, Gallery, and Messages.

The initiative promises open-source and ad-free benefits, promoting privacy and community involvement amid growing concerns about data security and corporate surveillance. However, there are questions about why SimpleMobileTools is no longer maintained and whether Fossify has a different agenda or is genuinely supporting the community. The sustainability of Fossify's model is also in question, as open-source projects often struggle without proper funding. There's curiosity about their funding, ownership structure, potential hidden motives from investors, and how they will maintain updates and security fixes.

Concerns about privacy arise despite the claim that Fossify enhances lives without invading privacy. It’s noted that just being open-source doesn’t guarantee security. The mention of hashtags like #unplugtrump suggests possible political leanings or targeted communities, raising questions about whether Fossify has broader agendas beyond providing tools.

Competition from major tech companies also raises red flags, as it's surprising an open-source project could compete with giants like Google and Apple without intervention from these companies. The community aspect of Fossify is emphasized but poses risks of infighting or lack of direction if not well-managed. Questions about their financial sustainability arise due to the ad-free model, considering potential alternative monetization strategies.

Overall, while Fossify presents a vision of community-driven, privacy-focused technology, there are underlying motives and practicalities that need further investigation to ensure they deliver on their promises without hidden catches. #fossify #communitydriven #opensource #privacy #adfree

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There are only two business models on the web: either you pay for your browser, or someone else does. This is why Orion is entirely user-funded.

No third party deals, ads, trackers, or any other incentive to corrupt the user experience and overall quality.

https://www.extremetech.com/computing/google-chrome-disables-ublock-origin-and-other-extensions