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Apple's Digital ID sparks privacy concerns
By Chiara Castro published
Apple launches a new Digital ID tool, but the feature doesn't convince privacy purists.

"This is a political deception" − New Chat Control convinces lawmakers, but not privacy experts yet
By Chiara Castro last updated
The EU Council seems to agree to the new CSAM scanning compromise "without further changes." Here's all we know.

From age verification to weakening encryption: 2025 saw a decline in online anonymity everywhere
By Chiara Castro published
Internet freedoms have worsened for the 15th consecutive year, according to Freedom House's new report. And VPNs are increasingly a target.

Pakistan restarts VPN licensing in fresh bid to control online space
By Rene Millman published
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has authorized five companies to offer "lawful" VPN services, raising fresh concerns about user privacy and internet freedom in the country.

Age verification lands in Italy − here’s how it affects VPN users
By Chiara Castro last updated
Italy is set to enforce mandatory age checks starting November 12 on AGCOM's listed websites displaying adult-only content. Here's all you need to know − whether you use a VPN or not.

Telegram sues Australia over age verification law − here's what we know
By Rene Millman published
Telegram is taking the Australian government to court over its controversial Online Safety Act, raising critical questions about digital jurisdiction and user privacy.

Privacy fears drive VPN boom as Italy enforces mandatory age verification
By Mark Gill published
VPN demand in Italy doubled on the first day of mandatory age verification, as internet users are turning to VPNs to evade checks.

Italy introduces mandatory age verification − here's how this Black Friday deal can help you protect your privacy
By Chiara Castro published
A VPN can help privacy-conscious Italians bypass restrictions on age-gated content, and Black Friday VPN deals make it now cheaper than ever.

Dangerous Android VPNs are lurking on the Google Play Store. Here are the safe ones that are on sale.
By Chiara Castro published
As the need for free VPN solutions rises, cybercriminals are also profiting. These Black Friday VPN deals can help you save money, without jeopardizing your data privacy and security.

Google issues security alert: Your VPN app could be spyware in disguise
By Rene Millman last updated
In a new security report, Google is warning users that many VPN apps and extensions are actually malicious software designed to steal your data, not protect it. Here's what you need to know.
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