Brave Browser Update: Version 1.75.175

Brave Browser: A Secure and Fast Alternative for Online Browsing

The Brave Browser distinguishes itself in the crowded browser market through its exceptional emphasis on speed, privacy, and security. Built on Chromium technology, the same framework that powers Google Chrome, Brave is engineered to deliver a swift and responsive user experience. Its unique features, including HTTPS Everywhere and integrated tracker blocking, ensure your online activities remain confidential and protected against unauthorized tracking.

With a commitment to user privacy, Brave automatically prevents third-party data storage and offers robust defenses against browser fingerprinting. This level of protection comes as a standard offering, making Brave one of the safest browsers available today.

Innovative Rewards System

Brave Browser introduces an innovative feature known as Brave Rewards, which allows users to earn Basic Attention Tokens (BAT) for engaging with optional advertisements. This model not only fosters an alternative revenue stream for content creators but also gives users the opportunity to support the Brave ecosystem directly.

Key Updates in Brave 1.75.175

Web3 Enhancements

Introduced a new Zcash “Deposit” modal.(#42221)
Implemented a “Shielded” label for all shielded ZEC tokens within the Brave Wallet.(#42285)
Added support for the latest TLDs of Unstoppable Domains.(#42368)
Prompted users to “Select Account” when sending from the “Portfolio” page.(#43131)
Incorporated a “Memo” field for both the Zcash transaction confirmation and the sending screen.(#42078 & #41986)
Opened an “Activity” tab for enhanced user interaction within the “Portfolio” view.(#43024)
Removed the “Bridge to Aurora” functionality.(#42943)
Updated the “Portfolio” page for consistent display of transaction buttons.(#43073)
Resolved issues with the Brave icon and gas slider on the wallet interface.(#42866 & #42775)

Brave Rewards Updates

Added an opt-in prompt for the Web Discovery Project during the Brave Rewards setup.(#43757)
Rolled out Brave Rewards 3.0, which features a completely redesigned user experience, including an “Explore” page and additional elements, phased in via Griffin starting at 25%.(#43756)

Leo Enhancements

Enabled full-page chat capabilities for Brave Leo.(#42844)
Supported installation of Brave Leo as a Progressive Web App (PWA).(#42701)
Facilitated saving and retaining Brave Leo conversation history between sessions.(#42576 & #42800)
Introduced URL-based routing for easy navigation of Brave Leo chats.(#42055)
Updated the URL for Brave Leo to chrome://leo-ai for improved access.(#42817)

General Improvements

Enabled screenshot capture with keyboard shortcuts across various operating systems.(#42682)
Introduced deep linking in the Search Engine settings.(#42999)
Implemented user interface enhancements and bug fixes, improving overall functionality and security.(#42608 & others)
Updated the Brave VPN icon and visibility of active tabs in dark theme.
Upgraded Chromium to version 133.0.6943.54 for enhanced performance.(#43720)