Brave iOS v1.61 Update Released
Brave iOS v1.61 Update Released
The latest update for Brave iOS (v1.61) is now available on the App Store. The update includes changes such as moving the Share button to the URL bar, VPN improvements, and UI changes for the Brave Wallet. This is the final release for 2023, with more exciting updates planned for 2024. Users can manually update the app through the App Store.
Brave iOS v1.61 is live on the App Store! Here are some changes in the update: - The Share button is now on the URL bar - VPN improvements - UI changes for Brave Wallet This is a phased release, you can manually update by visiting the App Store.
Brave Games Opens Pre-Registration for Multi-Faction Vault Heist Competition
Pre-registration is now open for Brave Games, a community-powered reality-style competition launching in February 2026. **How it works:** - Players choose between three factions: [Brave](https://twitter.com/brave), [Midnight Network](https://twitter.com/MidnightNtwrk), or [Mythical Games](https://twitter.com/MythicalGames) - Multi-round missions involve decoding encrypted clues and navigating alliances - Competition combines heist mechanics with strategic gameplay **Prize partners include:** - Doodles, Moonbirds, Unstoppable Domains, and WallStreetBets The game is powered by [Fanon Club](https://twitter.com/Fanonclub). Players can register now at [thebravegames.com](http://thebravegames.com) ahead of the February launch.
Brave Browser Launches Gaming Platform with Prize Competitions
Brave browser is expanding beyond web browsing with the launch of **Brave Games**, a competitive gaming platform integrated directly into the browser. **Key Details:** - Player registration opens January 27, 2026 - Games begin in February 2026 - Players can compete for prizes - More information available at [thebravegames.com](http://thebravegames.com) This move represents Brave's continued evolution from a privacy-focused browser into a broader platform offering multiple services to its 60+ million user base.
Brave Games Discussion with Midnight Network and Mythical Games Leaders
Leaders from **Brave**, **Midnight Network**, and **Mythical Games** are hosting a live conversation about Brave Games and upcoming developments. **Event Details:** - Platform: X Spaces - Time: 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET - Hosts: Luke Mulks (Brave's VP of Business Ops) and the BAT Community team This session replaces the regular weekly BAT Community Call. [RSVP and set a reminder](https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDxLBLAalLGm) to join the discussion.
馃幃 Mythical Games Joins Brave Games Heist Showdown
**Three-way competition confirmed for Brave Games** Mythical Games has been revealed as the third faction joining the upcoming Brave Games heist competition, scheduled for early 2026. **The competing factions:** - Brave - Midnight Network - Mythical Games The announcement follows weeks of speculation after two factions were initially confirmed in December 2025, with the third participant's identity kept under wraps. The vault-cracking competition is set to begin soon, though an exact launch date has not been disclosed.
馃 EU Targets Anonymous Crypto
The EU has taken a stance against anonymous cryptocurrency transactions, but the implications may be more complex than they appear. **Key Points:** - EU regulators are pushing back on privacy-focused crypto features - The debate touches on broader questions of digital privacy vs. regulatory oversight - Industry experts are analyzing what this means for crypto users and developers **What This Means:** The regulatory landscape for privacy coins and anonymous transactions continues to evolve. Users should stay informed about how these changes might affect their crypto activities. *Catch the full analysis on Off the Record with BAT, airing Thursdays at 6pm GMT for deeper insights into privacy and digital autonomy.*