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Russia's WhatsApp rival to be pre-installed on new smartphones and tablets from September – here's what we know
While WhatsApp is the most popular messaging app in Russia, a domestic application will be forced into smartphones and tablets from September 1.
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Free VPN apps found to have ties with Russia and China – and they're hiding in Google and Apple’s app stores
Security researchers found Russian network fingerprints on a total of 12 free VPNs available on Google and Apple's app stores, Chinese traces on six. Here's all you need to know.
This free Chrome VPN extension found to spy on its 100k+ users – uninstall it now
A free VPN browser extension was found to take screenshots of every page the users visit. The extension has over 100k downloads and Google Store's "Featured" badge.
"Scammers scamming other scammers" – This free Android VPN was caught using Windscribe-stolen servers
JetVPN is only the latest shady VPN to rank among the most downloaded apps on official app stores. Windscribe suggests this trend signals wider issues with Google Play.
Mullvad is set to remove support for OpenVPN in six months – here's why
The WireGuard protocol takes center stage as Mullvad phases out OpenVPN from January 15, 2026. Here's all you need to know to get ready.
Germany's possible ad blocker ban could threaten user freedom and privacy, says Mozilla
An ongoing legal battle between a German publisher and the maker of AdBlock Plus might lead to a complete ban on ad blockers in the entire country. Here's why this would be bad news for user privacy.
International VPN Day: a privacy solution or "a loophole that needs closing" – here's what's at stake
August 19 marks International VPN Day, 24 hours dedicated to raising awareness on the crucial role of VPNs. Yet their usage has never been at greater risk in a democratic country like the UK.
