Microsoft is rolling out smartphone-like app permission prompts in Windows 11, allowing users to control access to sensitive resources like files and cameras. This change aims to enhance user consent and privacy, addressing issues with apps overriding settings or installing unwanted software. The updates are part of the Secure Future Initiative following a recent security breach.

Brave Software's browser will block Microsoft's Windows Recall feature from capturing screenshots of its windows by default to enhance user privacy. This decision follows criticism of Windows Recall for potentially exposing sensitive user data, and Brave aims to prevent browsing history from being inadvertently stored. Users can still enable Recall through Brave's settings if desired.