Hundreds of popular add‑ons used encrypted, URL‑sized payloads to send search queries, referrers, and timestamps to outside servers, in some cases tied to data brokers and unknown operators. An ...

The Chrome Web Store has been infested with dozens of malicious browser extensions claiming to provide AI assistant functionality but that secretly are siphoning off personal information from victims.

A set of 30 malicious Chrome extensions that have been installed by more than 300,000 users are masquerading as AI assistants to steal credentials, email content, and browsing information. Some of the ...

Experts say the findings mean more potential risks for Black women, who may also be exposed to harmful chemicals in relaxers and straighteners. A new study found popular hair extension products, ...

DOZENS OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS IN POPULAR PRODUCTS, MANY OF THEM UNDISCLOSED. FIVE INVESTIGATES BRITTANY JOHNSON BREAKS DOWN WHAT THEY FOUND AND WHY THIS MATTERS. BRITTANY. WELL, ERIKA.

A new study published Feb. 11 in the American Chemical Society journal Environment & Health has found that synthetic and human hair extensions, popular among Black communities, contain more chemicals ...

When I decided to finally ditch Chrome as my main browser, I also took the opportunity to limit my browser extensions — relying on native browser features where possible. I made this decision to ...

Dozens of hair extensions—including artificial and natural braids—may contain synthetic chemicals that are a health and environmental hazard, a new study shows. At least 12 of the 169 chemicals ...

A popular beauty item might come with a lot more risk than assumed. Research out today finds that hair extensions often contain a plethora of toxic chemicals linked to cancer and other health problems ...

Share on Pinterest New research has found that many hair extensions may contain chemicals that are linked to cancer. Delmaine Donson/Getty Images A new study has found that many types of hair ...

In the most comprehensive analysis to date, a new study by Silent Spring Institute identified dozens of hazardous chemicals in hair extensions, including products made from human hair, providing the ...

Share on Pinterest Recent research has found that many hair extensions may contain chemicals that are linked to cancer. Image Credit: Vera Lair/Stocksy A new study has found that many types of hair ...