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FC26: Gamers misused VPNs and got seriously rich on FUT coins – you'd better hope you're not playing them soon
By Chiara Castro published
A glitch in Indonesia pricing enabled VPN users to buy FC points at a fraction of the price. Here's all we know.

The UK wants mandatory digital ID – but over one million Brits are demanding to scrap the plan over privacy concerns
By Chiara Castro published
The petition to scrap the plan to introduce mandatory digital ID cards has garnered over one million signatures so far, as critics warn of "mass surveillance" risks.

Arizona age verification law – Proton said to be "robust enough" to handle any VPN surge
By Chiara Castro published
Arizona's age verification law comes into force starting from September 26. Here's how Proton VPN can help if you are worried about your data privacy and security.

Could VPNs be banned? UK government to look "very closely" into their usage following spike after age verification row
By Chiara Castro last updated
VPN usage continues to soar in the UK, but will the government crack down?

"The Michigan bill is a danger for the political discourse" – Proton slams verification laws turning VPNs into a liability
By Chiara Castro published
Proton explains why banning VPN is a bad idea and how proposals like the one in Michigan risk changing the US approach towards this security software.

"We want to make some noise" - Advocates are stepping in to defend VPNs, and they need your help
By Chiara Castro published
Fight for the Future is calling everyone worldwide to join the Defend VPNs Day of Action on September 25 and tell their government that banning VPNs cannot be an option.

Proton VPN’s no-logs policy holds up under scrutiny of fourth independent audit
By Mark Gill published
Third-party auditors verify Proton VPN’s no-logs policy again and confirm the provider never collects or stores your data. Here's why it matters.

Mandatory age verification set to land in Arizona, adult content sites to geo-restrict their content
By Chiara Castro last updated
Arizona is only the latest US state to enforce mandatory age checks in a bid to protect children online. Yet, some experts warn of privacy implications.

Forget crypto scams – NordVPN’s new tool helps you keep your funds safe
By Mark Gill published
NordVPN introduces a crypto wallet checker to combat scams. Here's all you need to know.

PureVPN Linux apps found to leak IPv6 traffic and mess with your firewall – here’s how to secure your data
By Chiara Castro published
PureVPN confirmed that it is working to patch these issues by mid-October, while ensuring that no other apps are vulnerable. Here's what you can do about it right now.
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