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How GitHub's New Bug Bounty Tiers Change Rewards and Participation

GitHub is splitting its bug bounty program in response to a surge of low-quality, AI-generated reports. Learn what matters for researchers and maintainers now.

Jul 24, 2026

Google Increases Security Bug Bounties to $1.5 Million for Android and Chrome

Google has raised its maximum security bug bounty to $1.5 million, focusing on Linux kernel vulnerabilities in Android and Chrome, rewarding hard-to-detect issues beyond AI detection.

May 6, 2026

Google's Record Bug Bounty Payouts: What Users Need to Know

In 2025, Google set a record by paying $17.1 million to bug hunters, enhancing security across its platforms.

Mar 13, 2026