Operation Alice: The dark web isn't as hidden as it seems, as global crackdown shows
A single operator ran hundreds of thousands of dark websites – now he's wanted
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Kingpin of dark web-based drug marketplace "Incognito Market" sentenced to 30 years
A multi-million dollar operation that sold loads of narcotics
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The Tor project is rebuilding one of the oldest cryptographic algorithms powering the dark web
TL;DR: Although often labeled a "dark web" associated with criminal activity and illicit marketplaces, Tor is an invaluable tool for protecting online privacy. Developers are now working to make the network even more effective at shielding users from cyberattacks.
Tor Browser 15 brings vertical tabs and improved organization
Tor Browser 15.0 is based on Firefox 140 ESR, incorporating a year's worth of Mozilla's updates and security fixes. The update introduces vertical tabs for easier page management, along with new "workspaces" to organize tab groups more efficiently. Bookmarks are now accessible from the sidebar, and a redesigned address bar offers a cleaner, more modern browsing experience.
Tor browser's latest build cuts Mozilla's AI features in the name of privacy
While everyone else races to bake AI into the browser, Tor is ripping it out on purpose
Tor Browser is a private browser with built-in tools for anonymity
Tor Browser, based on Firefox ESR, uses a global network of relays to anonymize your browsing and protect your IP address. It includes a variety of privacy tools and differs from a VPN by routing traffic through multiple encrypted relays rather than masking it with a single server.
Mullvad collaborates with Tor on a new private browser
Mullvad VPN and the Tor Project have joined forces to introduce the Mullvad Browser, which promises not to collect user data and prioritize privacy. The browser defaults to private mode and blocks third-party trackers.
Tor Browser 13 brings a ton of upgrades to the privacy-first browser
Tor Browser 13 renovates icons, and gets bigger new windows with a more refined design. Also the ability to "onionize" DuckDuckGo search, all based on Firefox ESR 115.
Tor Browser 13 adopts Firefox 115 ESR, fixes bugs
Tor Browser 13, recently promoted to alpha, is based on Firefox 115 Extended Support Release (ESR) bringing stability, security and performance improvements. Additionally, numerous bugs for Windows, Mac and Linux have been fixed.
The Dark Web: Exploring the Hidden Internet
There are few things as infamous as The Dark Web in the world of technology, but what is it, and why does it have such a bad reputation?
New Tor Browser updates Firefox and NoScript
The latest Tor Browser brings several bug fixes, a new version of NoScript, but most importantly updates to Firefox 102.9.0esr, which includes security updates and stability improvements.
Tor Browser 10.0.14 updates NoScript and Tor
If privacy is your main concern, Tor Browser is probably for you. Looking to keep security at its tightest, it uses a modified version of Firefox and up to date NoScript and Tor components.
Tor Browser 8.5.5 offers the latest in private browsing
The Tor Browser combines Firefox with Tor, NoScript and other security related add-ons so you can navigate the web anonymously. Latest version gets all components up to date.
First official Tor web browser for mobile gets alpha release
Following a major update of the desktop version
Tor Browser 7.5 introduces important security updates to Firefox
In addition to important security updates, the latest Tor browser contains notable improvements including a new Welcome screen, improved censorship circumvention configuration and information for proxy settings.