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Denmark wants to ban VPNs to unlock foreign, illegal streams – and experts are worried
By Rene Millman published
Denmark has drafted a new law to stop people from using VPNs to access foreign streaming libraries and illegal websites. But digital rights advocates are sounding the alarm.

Russia threatens to block all Google services in a 'soft squeeze' of US tech
By Rene Millman published
Russia is considering a complete ban on Google services, according to a member of the State Duma's IT committee. This comes as part of a wider crackdown on foreign technology.

India orders VPNs to block access to websites that unlawfully expose citizens' data
By Chiara Castro published
The MeitY request comes as a way to protect Indian citizens' personal data, but it could clash with how no-log VPN services operate. Here's all you need to know.

Politicians propose VPN ban for children in the UK
By Samuel Woodhams published
UK politicians table amendment that would ban VPNs for children but its future is uncertain.

Switzerland will revise proposed law change after backlash from tech industry
By Chiara Castro published
The Swiss tech industry joined forces and managed to make the government reconsider the amendment to widen surveillance obligations. Yet, the fight for privacy isn't over.

Mullvad retires OpenVPN support on desktop, pushing all users to WireGuard
By Monica J. White published
Mullvad has removed OpenVPN support from its desktop app, accelerating its shift to WireGuard as users prepare for the full OpenVPN shutdown in 2026.

Online safety debate: peer claims kids' VPNs 'expose devices to viruses'
By Samuel Woodhams published
A Lib Dem peer has raised concerns about unsafe VPN apps in a debate in the House of Lords.

Bluesky enforces age checks to comply with Australia's under-16s social media ban – and reverses Mississippi's block
By Chiara Castro published
The platforms made these changes on December 10, despite not being among the platforms required to do so

UK has "no plans" to replicate Australia's social media ban (yet)
By Chiara Castro published
Australian teens are now locked out of their social media accounts as the under-16s ban goes live. If it proves to work, "we would certainly consider it," said UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy.
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