New research reveals 17 VPN apps with undisclosed Chinese ownership, and big tech may be making a profit

People in China need a VPN to access most social media apps and international news sites – and authorities seek to better prevent this.

New research found that 20 popular free VPN apps are Chinese-owned, with at least 5 linked to a sanctioned tech firm. Here's what's at stake for your privacy.

Security researchers found Russian network fingerprints on a total of 12 free VPNs available on Google and Apple's app stores, Chinese traces on six. Here's all you need to know.

Restrictions come as TikTok failed to meet authorities' request to appoint a local representative. It isn't the first time, however, that Venezuela blocked a social media app.

New research on VPN adoption reveals that China ranks last, but only in terms of downloads from Apple App Store and Google Play Store

As the internet in China faces more censorship, a VPN can help you access the open web. Here's all you need to know.

A 500 GB breach uncovers how China is selling its ready-made internet-blocking kits to Pakistan, Myanmar, Ethiopia, and Kazakhstan regimes.

China, Iran, Turkmenistan, and Russia ban more VPNs than everyone else, with the Kremlin reportedly blocking more services on the Apple App Store at the time of writing.

The VPN removal orders appear to be the first enactment of the controversial 2022 India's data retention law. Here's what we know so far.

While lawmakers seek to fix web security in the EU, experts warn that greater surveillance and censorship may arrive in Europe soon. Here's what this means for your privacy.

Google's new "Verified" is designed to highlight VPN apps that prioritize user privacy and safety. Here's how it works.

A number of companies have begun to offer free VPN services but some are less trustworthy than others.

New research unveils the risks of paid Android VPNs, from data leaks to weaker encryption and dubious data sharing. Here's all you need to know.

While the battle against VPNs in Russia intensified, the Kremlin has already spent about $145 million on government VPNs this year. Here's all you need to know.

UK age verification is live. Here's how the Online Safety Act is changing the web and which VPNs can help you stay secure.

TechRadar needs you! Spare a few minutes to take our quick VPN survey and help us inform the content we create. Here's all you need to know.

VPNs aren't obsolete—they're evolving. WireGuard and Zero Trust principles reshape network security landscapes.

As the internet gets restricted, VPN demand has soared across the country since June 13.

Huawei is among several Chinese companies involved in the almost one-year-long project

A survey conducted by NordVPN reveals that 12% of British VPN users rely on free VPN services, underestimating associated risks.

Which countries ban VPNs and where are they illegal? Here's everything you need to know about VPN legality.

The UK’s new age verification law has users scrambling to protect their privacy

Growing proxy adoption reflects businesses preparing for uncertainty, while UK regulators consider tighter VPN restrictions.

VPNs are easier to use than ever before, but why does the everyday person need one? Here's what you need to know.

Should you use a VPN to watch F1? Data protection and safe streaming no matter where you go.

A recent study exposes three hidden families of VPNs that could p users at risk – and app stores are failing to protect you. Here's all you need to know.

Experts recorded VPN spikes of up to 1566% within minutes of the block being enforced. Here's why it wasn't enough to bypass the US TikTok ban.

Discover why Software-Defined Perimeters (SDP) are replacing outdated VPNs for secure, flexible network access.

The target list also includes an EU diplomatic organization for the first time, ESET researchers can reveal. Here's all you need to know.