Should you use a VPN to watch tennis? By Aatif Sulleyman last updated 23 May 25 Should you use a VPN to watch tennis? With ace-level privacy and speed, it might be your best match yet
VPN demand is on the rise worldwide – the US calls on Big Tech to step in By Chiara Castro published 6 September 24 While Russia, Iran, Myanmar, and other authoritarian states keep heavily censoring the web, increasingly more people need an alternative way to access the free internet.
"We want to make some noise" - Advocates are stepping in to defend VPNs, and they need your help By Chiara Castro published 25 September 25 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.
This VPN alternative could finally fix a major remote working issue by offering faster and better secured connections By Efosa Udinmwen published 16 November 24 Cloudbrink introduces software-only mobile hotspot tool, enhancing performance over traditional VPNs by over 30 times.
AI surveillance is on the horizon, but Mullvad VPN might have a fix By Chiara Castro last updated 13 May 24 Mass surveillance is a huge problem for VPNs—even more so following the AI revolution. That's why Mullvad is boosting its protection with DAITA.
How to watch China Open 2024: free live streams for badminton Super 1000 tournament By Aatif Sulleyman last updated 17 September 24 China Open 2024 sees Victor Axelsen and An Se-young return to Changzhou to defend their Super 1000 titles. Here are the TV channels, broadcasters, free streams and start times.
Pakistan can block VPNs but "we won't do it", says the country's telecom chief By Chiara Castro published 18 December 24 The Pakistan VPN debate is still flaring across the country, but the PTA ensures VPN usage is safe. Here's all you need to know.
Google issues security alert: Your VPN app could be spyware in disguise By Rene Millman last updated 11 November 25 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.
New Fog ransomware targets schools via hacked VPNs By Sead Fadilpašić published 7 June 24 Fog ransomware spotted targeting schools and organizations in the recreation industry via VPNs.
'China Week' kicks off with US restrictions on Chinese biotech By Benedict Collins published 10 September 24 US contracts with Chinese companies will be restricted, in the hopes of curbing growth.
The cost of a ‘free’ VPN: When cheap is expensive By Andrey Meshkov last updated 17 January 25 Free VPNs promise to do the same thing that paid VPNs do, but they don't ask for anything in return. How is this possible?
ExpressVPN launches new Apple TV app By Chiara Castro published 5 December 23 There aren't many VPNs that offer the same app support for Apple and Android TV, making it even easier to unblock streaming catalogs. Here's how to get started with ExpressVPN.
OpenAI may not be available in China — but Microsoft Azure China might offer an unexpected loophole By Craig Hale published 10 July 24 Although OpenAI has pulled out of the Chinese market, Microsoft continues to offer OpenAI’s models through its cloud.
Could VPNs be banned? UK government to look "very closely" into their usage following spike after age verification row By Chiara Castro last updated 25 September 25 VPN usage continues to soar in the UK, but will the government crack down?
Russia demands over 200 VPNs are removed from the Play Store – but Google is resisting By Chiara Castro published 8 April 25 Unlike Apple, Google appears to have resisted most Russian VPN blocking requests so far, new research reveals. Here's what's at stake.
Nearly 90% of Iranians now use a VPN to bypass internet censorship – here's everything we know By Chiara Castro published 7 August 25 While Iran now ranks 97th out of 100 countries for internet quality, a new report reveals how citizens are massively relying on VPNs to bypass censorship policies.
Thomas & Uber Cup 2024: how to watch BWF badminton online By Aatif Sulleyman last updated 4 May 24 With hosts China primed to make a statement in Chengdu and Indonesia hoping conjure up miracle, here's how to watch a 2024 Thomas & Uber Cup live stream for free online.
VPN usage at risk in Michigan under new proposed adult content law By Chiara Castro published 17 September 25 Michigan's proposed "Anticorruption of Public Morals Act" would force internet service providers to monitor and block VPN connections. Here, what's at stake.
China launches LLM based on Xi Jingping Thought By Benedict Collins published 23 May 24 If you're having societal, political or economic woes, Xi Jinping may have the answers.
"A clear escalation in Russia’s crackdown on digital privacy tools" – experts warn against recent VPN disappearances in Russia By Chiara Castro published 16 May 25 The VPN Guild is calling for international advocacy to hold tech platforms accountable
China cyber pros say Intel is installing CPU backdoors on behalf of NSA By Benedict Collins published 17 October 24 China says the NSA has been installing backdoors in Intel CPUs for over a decade.
Over 2.5 billion free Android VPN users at risk of data leaks By Chiara Castro published 5 June 24 New research reveals that 88% of free Android VPNs leak and 71% share data, failing to protect users. Discover if you are affected and what you can do.
"VPNs are not kryptonite of age assurance" – Age verification experts explain why governments don’t need to ban VPNs By Chiara Castro published 14 August 25 Brits have reportedly turned en masse to VPNs since age verification requirements were enforced
Criminals are using a dangerous fake free VPN to spread malware via GitHub - here's how to stay safe By Efosa Udinmwen published 13 July 25 A fake VPN hosted on GitHub installs Lumma Stealer, spreading stealthily via trusted system tools and evading detection.
China-linked cyberespionage group PlushDaemon used South Korean VPN service to inject malware By Chiara Castro published 22 January 25 ESET's new report shed light on PlushDaemon's malicious activities. Here's what we know so far.
People in Pakistan could lose VPN access in a week By Chiara Castro published 22 November 24 Businesses and freelancers have until November 30 to register their services and avoid disruptions
Pakistan VPN ban: how to stay safe online and bypass restrictions By Chiara Castro last updated 3 December 24 Authorities have just withdrawn the plan over "lack of legal grounds" to ban VPNs – but usage could still be at risk. Here, some workarounds and alternatives.
Several major US telecoms firms hit by Chinese hackers, FBI says By Benedict Collins published 29 October 24 Multiple telecommunications providers have been breached by China, statement says.
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 30 September 25 A glitch in Indonesia pricing enabled VPN users to buy FC points at a fraction of the price. Here's all we know.
Pakistan plans to ban VPNs – again By Shaun Rockwood published 2 August 24 VPNs have been banned throughout the country following the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) decision. Here's what's at stake.