The UK doesn’t want to force you to have a digital ID — but a ‘trust me bro’ approach won’t make the cut

The new voluntary approach to UK digital IDs is a welcome change. But is it enough to ensure our most sensitive data remains private, secured, and free from abuse? The government wants to hear your say.

Problems with your Android VPN? Proton VPN warns it’s Google’s fault

If your Android VPN suddenly stopped working, you’re not alone. Proton VPN has called out Google over a seven-month-old Android 16 bug that breaks internet connections after an app update, leaving users exposed and frustra…

NordVPN’s new tool helps you spot online scams — and it’s free for everyone

While for subscribers the roll-out enriches the Threat Protection Pro suite, anyone can use NordVPN’s new scam checker tool without spending a penny.

Investigation: UK spends millions on VPNs as government weighs ban for children

MPs, local councils and government regulators including Ofcom and Ofsted continue to invest in VPN technology despite increasing political scrutiny

ExpressVPN uncovers 3.7 million items of leaked AI chatbot data. A reminder of how vital encryption is

Data from AI-powered chatbots may expose more than you think, according to a recent study by ExpressVPN. Here’s all you need to know.

Telegram shutdown begins in Russia — here’s everything we know

Russian Telegram users have been reporting struggles to use the app since the weekend, ahead of the full blockage expected in April. VPNs seem to be working — but this may soon change.

VPN interest spikes in Brazil as mandatory age verification law takes effect

Brazil’s new Digital ECA law requires online providers to implement strict age verification. A massive surge in VPN usage suggests citizens are turning to encryption to protect their privacy.

NordVPN teams up with Internews to defend journalists and activists from digital threats

The VPN giant is expanding its efforts to provide journalists, human rights defenders, and NGOs with vital digital security tools to bypass increased censorship, digital surveillance, and cyberattacks.

Chat Control: EU Parliament said no to Big Tech mass surveillance of your chats — but the battle for privacy isn’t done

The EU Parliament’s stance on untargeted scanning and encryption is clear. With the trialogue negotiations for the permanent law ongoing, will the Council and Commission be ready to follow suit?

Russia’s crackdown on VPNs reaches new heights as internet restrictions intensify

Moscow has been rocked by a week-long mobile internet outage as authorities announce new plans to restrict Telegram and VPNs.