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ProtonVPN downloads spiked in 62 countries in 2025 — but with VPNs 'more important than ever' the countries responsible weren't all those you'd expect

ProtonVPN downloads spiked in 2025 across 65 countries worldwide, with shutdowns and censorship driving the surge

Problems with your Android VPN? Proton VPN warns it's Google's fault

Problems with your Android VPN? Proton VPN warns it's Google's fault

If your Android VPN suddenly stopped working, you're not alone. Proton VPN has called out Google over a seven-month-old Android 16 bug that breaks internet connections after an app update, leaving users exposed and frustrated.

VPN apps rocket up download charts in Australia as porn websites begin blocking users

VPN apps rocket up download charts in Australia as porn websites begin blocking users

Proton VPN moves from 174th to 19th place as NordVPN goes from 189th to 13th, as porn websites in Australia start requiring age verification for users

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Proton, Tor, AdGuard among 40+ asking Google to reverse new 'alien security model' for Android developers

A group of privacy advocates and open-source leaders has signed an open letter urging Google to reverse its plans for mandatory developer verification, arguing the changes pose a physical threat to activists and developers.

La Liga's war on piracy is breaking the internet in Spain — and your VPN could be the next target

La Liga's aggressive anti-piracy blocking has led to a series of overblocking incidents when football matches are aired. Spaniards have been turning to VPNs to navigate recurring outages, but questions remain about the approach remain.

Proton VPN releases "quality-of-life" update for iOS users — Mac and Linux VPN apps are next

Proton VPN is closing the feature gap between its applications, introducing city-level map pins for iOS and confirming that a major visual overhaul for its Linux and Mac clients is finally underway.

Proton VPN kills OpenVPN support on Android — here’s why that’s a good thing

Proton VPN has officially removed the OpenVPN protocol from its Android app, citing "bloat" and superior alternatives like WireGuard. Here is what you need to know.

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Brits are turning their backs on US Big Tech — and looking to Europe for privacy

Brits are turning their backs on US Big Tech — and looking to Europe for privacy

Geopolitical tensions and privacy fears are driving a wedge between UK users and US tech giants, with a majority now seeking closer-to-home alternatives for their digital lives.

Safer Internet Day – How the VPN industry is reacting to the rising risks of AI

Safer Internet Day – How the VPN industry is reacting to the rising risks of AI

From privacy-first chatbots to advanced security tools designed to mitigate danger: here's what Proton, ExpressVPN, and NordVPN are shaping their offering.

Proton VPN’s new Android update fixes the one thing we hate about ‘Quick Connect’

Proton VPN’s new Android update fixes the one thing we hate about ‘Quick Connect’

Proton VPN's Android users can now exclude specific cities and countries from its "Quick Connect" and "Random" server selection. Here is how to use it and why it is a win for privacy die-hards.

Proton VPN has just fixed this issue on Windows – you can now use three critical features together

Proton VPN has just fixed this issue on Windows – you can now use three critical features together

Proton VPN users on Windows no longer have to choose between convenience and security. A new update allows the app's three most powerful tools to run simultaneously.

Startups, listen up: Proton says you're not "too small" to be hacked

Startups, listen up: Proton says you're not "too small" to be hacked

Proton's latest report shatters the myth that hackers only target big banks, urging European startups to "build in private" before it's too late.

'A violation of fundamental rights' – Civil society calls on Switzerland to abandon data retention proposals

'A violation of fundamental rights' – Civil society calls on Switzerland to abandon data retention proposals

Switzerland wants to expand its surveillance law and require VPNs, messaging apps, social media platforms, and other online services to collect data to help identify their users.

"About as close to a Cloak of Invisibility as we’ll get": Aries x Proton VPN blanket review

"About as close to a Cloak of Invisibility as we’ll get": Aries x Proton VPN blanket review

Stylish and secure, the world’s first VPN blanket is here. Abha Shah tries it out for size

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Big Tech needs less than a month to pay off over $7 billion in 2025 fines, Proton warns

Big Tech was slapped with $7.8 billion in fines in 2025, but Proton found this massive sum represents less than a month of free cash flow. Is it time for regulators to find new teeth?

Proton VPN reveals major Linux makeover – both for GUI and CLI users

Proton has released a set of updates for both its Linux GUI and Linux CLI VPN apps. Here's all you need to know.

Proton VPN kills off legacy OpenVPN configs in push for better security

If you manually configure your VPN on a router or legacy device, you have just weeks to update your credentials. Proton VPN is retiring older manual OpenVPN configs to enforce stronger encryption standards, though it promises to keep the protocol alive across its servers.

VPN interest spikes in Uganda as the internet gets disrupted ahead of the general elections

Despite the blocked access to the public internet, people in Uganda seem to be using VPNs to stay connected. Proton VPN confirmed a 8,000% increase in signups on Tuesday, and usage keeps rising.

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Pakistan begins blocking unregistered VPN apps – and this popular service is among the casualties

Proton confirms its apps have been blocked since December 22. Here's what you can do to evade restrictions.

Proton VPN wrapped – what were its highlights of 2025?

Explore Proton VPN’s biggest developments of 2025, from a no-logs audit and new feature rollouts to a major UI redesign plus privacy and usability upgrades.

Age verification changed the internet in 2025 – here's what it means for your privacy in 2026

We spoke with leading privacy experts and VPN industry analysts to discuss age verification online and explore why your privacy could be at risk in 2026.

Switzerland will revise proposed law change after backlash from tech industry

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.

Fifty US retailers sent nearly 42 billion emails during the Black Friday hype — and they were loaded with sneaky ways to track your habits

Proton's report into Black Friday and Cyber Monday spam found that retailers are becoming overwhelmingly aggressive in their marketing tactics.

Porsche 963 completely absent as WEC publishes entry list for 2026

There will be 35 cars on the grid in the WEC next season, split between Hypercar (17) and LMGT3 (18)

Porsche 963 completely absent as WEC publishes 35-car entry list for 2026

There will be 35 cars on the grid in the WEC next season, split between Hypercar (17) and LMGT3 (18)

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