# Crypto-Integrated Browsers The Brave Browser Features Enhanced Privacy and a Native Cryptocurrency By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-11-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brave-browser References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2019/11/13/brave-launches-version-1-0-of-its-privacy-focused-browser/) & [brave](https://brave.com/) The first version of the Brave browser was recently launched. The Brave browser was partially founded by Brendan Eich, who was previously the CEO of [Mozilla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firefox-total-cookie-protection). The browser features default settings that are optimized for privacy. It also has ads for cryptocurrencies, as well as payment platforms that distribute rewards. In total, the browser has 8 million users a month, and the rewards program has approximately 300,000 creators involved. Some of the organizations involved include the Washington Post, The Guardian, [Wikipedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wikipedia-article-ai), The LA Times and more. The rewards program dictates that users will be compensated with Basic Attention Tokens as they view ads. The tokens are a cryptocurrency, which can be spent by users. Brave also gives users the ability to open [private browsing using the Tor network](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ethereum-foundation). Image Credit: Brave ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Crypto-integrated Browsers:** The integration of cryptocurrencies and blockchain in browsers creates opportunities for a more secure and decentralized internet. - **Blockchain-based Rewards Programs:** Rewards programs that utilize blockchain technology have the potential to disrupt traditional loyalty programs by providing greater security and transparency. - **Privacy-optimized Browsers:** The rise of browsers designed specifically for privacy suggests the need for disruptive innovation in the current online advertising industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Web Browsers:** Major web browsers must innovate to remain competitive by incorporating cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and other features that ensure user privacy and security. - **Cryptocurrency:** The growth of the cryptocurrency market offers opportunities for companies to expand into new areas, such as rewards programs and advertising. - **Online Advertising:** Developments in web browsers and blockchain technology challenge the conventional methods of online advertising, which could bring about new, disruptive innovation in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Privacy-Focused Browsers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brave-browser-mobile.md) - [Privacy-Focused Web Browsers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duckduckgo-browser.md) - [Crypto Browser Add-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamask-1.md) - [Multiplatform Privacy Browsers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duckduckgo-windows-browser.md) - [Incognito Web Browsers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duckduckgo-1.md) - [Privacy-Centric Search Engines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brave.md) - [Customizable Internet Browsers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-internet.md) - [Crypto Wallet Browser Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kucoin-wallet.md) - [Operations-Centric Digital Browsers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-browser.md)