Google is working on Chrome updates that don’t require restarts
The Verge Emma Roth ● Covered by 2 sources
Google is developing dynamic patching technology to apply Chrome updates without requiring browser restarts. The company fixed 1,072 bugs across Chrome versions 149 and 150, more than the previous 23 major releases combined, using AI-powered security tools to identify vulnerabilities. This approach aims to reduce disruption by allowing updates to be deployed while Chrome continues running.
Why it matters
Google is working on a way to apply Chrome updates without requiring you to restart your browser. In a post on Thursday, Google outlines its approach to bug fixes in the age of AI, while noting that it's trying to make updates less disruptive by "investing in 'dynamic patching' that will eliminate the need for […]
