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Firefox adds new widgets and an AI-powered daily crossword

maxhipper · 26.07.2026 20:09 · 1 min read

Developers of the Firefox browser have released an update that expands the functionality of its built-in widgets. The browser now includes a set of practical mini-apps, including a timer, a to-do list, stock quotes, World Cup match results, and an interactive crossword puzzle generated by artificial intelligence.

A set of new built-in widgets

The latest browser update is aimed at providing quick access to information directly within the program’s interface. The list now includes:

  • Timer;
  • To-do list;
  • Stock quote tracking;
  • World Cup match results;
  • Interactive crossword.

AI crossword powered by the Particle neural network

The most unusual new feature is a crossword generator that works using artificial intelligence algorithms:

  • Daily generation: The puzzle grid and clues are updated every 24 hours.
  • News integration: Clues are formed based on the top stories of the day.
  • Neural network processing: The Particle neural network is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and summarizing the latest news agenda.

You can find a more detailed breakdown of the update in the article on OMG! Ubuntu!.

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