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The end of encrypted DMs? Why Instagram is rolling back its biggest security feature
By Samuel Woodhams published
Your Instagram DMs are about to become a lot less private

Detect, block, evade: how to survive Russia’s VPN crackdown
By Chiara Castro published
Starting from April 15, Russian online service providers are required to actively prevent VPN use. But some workarounds may remain.

Press freedom group asks US lawmakers for transparency over alleged VPN surveillance
By Rene Millman published
The Freedom of the Press Foundation has warned that millions of Americans risk being swept up in foreign intelligence nets simply for protecting their privacy

Windscribe drops crucial VPN update to bypass strict internet blocks in Iran, Russia, China
By Rene Millman published
Both Android and iPhone users can now activate a new "Circumvent Censorship" toggle to bypass aggressive government network blocks

Yandex's analytics tool found in 16 of the most downloaded free VPN apps in Russia — here's what it means for your privacy
By Chiara Castro last updated
While the apps are among the 87 most popular free VPNs in Russia, users aren't limited to the country. RKS Global researchers tells TechRadar the potential risk.

Telegram CEO urges Russians to 'stock up' on VPNs as the platform gets an anti-censorship boost
By Chiara Castro published
Pavel Durov announces upgraded protocol to bypass the Kremlin's intensifying digital crackdown

Meet Dausos, Surfshark's 'paradise' VPN protocol that seeks to raise the bar for speed and security
By Silvia Iacovcich published
Surfshark has launched its own bespoke VPN protocol, Dausos, which promises to deliver up to 30% faster speeds and improved security. Here's all you need to know.

Beyond no-log: Tor looks into seizure-proof servers that forget your data
By Rene Millman published
Law enforcement agencies frequently target volunteer-run Tor relays, but a new push for RAM-only servers aims to leave authorities empty-handed

Russia's major internet services instructed on how to detect VPNs
By Chiara Castro published
As Russia doubles down against VPN usage, Google seems to be resisting removal requests so far, despite a popular app, ZoogVPN, having reportedly been removed from Google Play. Here's all we know.
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