
Following controversial reports that New Zealand could restrict Virtual Private Networks to enforce an under-16 social media ban, the government has swiftly rejected the idea, reassuring users that their privacy tools are safe.
Proton VPN has deployed 89 new servers in Brazil after a massive influx of international users flocking to free 4K World Cup broadcasts on YouTube’s CazeTV caused intense network strain.

AdGuard VPN is now on the Microsoft Store, giving Windows users a faster install and automatic updates. It’s the same app, and the standalone installer stays available.

Amnezia VPN has successfully restored its Premium service in Russia following a massive, multi-pronged attack by the state censor Roskomnadzor that knocked out 90% of its local servers in June.

Google will soon start tracking users’ IP addresses for advertising measurement purposes, also in the UK and EEA. Here’s what this means for your privacy and how a VPN can help.

Streaming services use trackers to check whether you’re watching adverts, meaning ad-blockers can cause problems.

Streaming services use trackers to check whether you’re watching adverts, meaning ad-blockers can cause problems.

Americans hate hydration break ads and are massively turning to VPNs to avoid them, says Planet VPN.
Malaysia says it will act against VPNs used to facilitate crimes such as online scams and child exploitation, but ministers confirm that ordinary, lawful VPN use remains legal.
Proton, Windscribe, and PureVPN are poking fun at the gaming industry’s push toward a digital-only future with hilarious announcements of “fully physical” privacy services, reigniting the debate over digital ownership.