Google Launches "Neutral" Chromium Development Fund with Rival Browser Makers
Google, Microsoft, and others join forces to fund Chromium development, aiming for a more open and collaborative browser ecosystem.
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Google Launches "Neutral" Chromium Development Fund with Rival Browser Makers
Google has taken a significant step towards fostering a more collaborative open-source ecosystem. In partnership with The Linux Foundation, the company has launched the "Supporters of Chromium-Based Browsers" fund. This initiative aims to provide neutral financial support for projects within the Chromium ecosystem, the open-source foundation upon which many popular web browsers are built, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, and Brave. A Collaborative Effort for Open-Source Development The fund is designed to be a neutral platform where companies can contribute to the advancement of Chromium. This collaborative approach seeks to ensure the continued growth and improvement of the open-source project that underpins a significant portion of the web browsing experience. Key Players On Board Several major players in the browser market have already joined the initiative, demonstrating a commitment to the shared goal of enhancing the Chromium ecosystem. Notably, Microsoft, a…
