Proton has warned that fake VPN extensions using its branding appeared in the Chrome Web Store, with takedowns taking weeks. Here’s what happened, the risks for users, and how to protect yourself.
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Lawmakers hear the concerns of VPN users across the country, removing VPN blocking requirements from the age verification bill. Yet, experts warn that the proposed law still comes with some major issues.
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After the January 8 blackout, Iran’s internet has not gotten back to normal yet — probably it never will. Yet, “Iranians are resilient; they always find ways to speak,” even when the regime cracks down on VPNs.
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The US government is escalating its feud with the EU over free speech by building a dedicated portal that lets users access banned content.
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Gabon has blocked major social media platforms “until further notice,” citing national security. Here is why VPN demand is currently up by 8,000% as residents look to stay connected.
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After GrapheneOS revealed it lacked high-bandwidth European servers, Mullvad publicly offered sponsorship. While no formal partnership has been confirmed, the move highlights growing collaboration within the privacy ecosys…
Wisconsin’s controversial age verification proposal is expected to be discussed today (February 18). The Electronic Frontier Foundation warns that provisions to block VPN users are “unworkable.”
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La Liga’s war on piracy has escalated significantly, with a Spanish court ruling that NordVPN and Proton VPN need to block IP addresses transmitting illegal football streams. Here’s all we know.
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Geopolitical tensions and privacy fears are driving a wedge between UK users and US tech giants, with a majority now seeking closer-to-home alternatives for their digital lives.
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The Open Technology Fund warns that millions of VPN users in Iran could lose access to the tools as early next week if US agencies don’t replenish the group’s funds.
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