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This popular VPN has been shut down, and I'm glad
The VPN service First VPN has been shut down following a five-year investigation involving law enforcement agencies from 16 countries. The service was shut down due to its extensive use by cyber-criminals for activities like ransomware and fraud. The author expresses satisfaction with the shutdown, contrasting First VPN's features that facilitated crime with more reputable services like NordVPN.
America is about to get tougher on VPNs
Utah has enacted bill S.B. 73, which aims to prevent minors from accessing adult content using VPNs by requiring commercial entities to enforce age verification. The law's broad language regarding "material harmful to minors" and the practical difficulties in identifying users attempting to circumvent location restrictions are discussed. The article also mentions several VPN services as potential tools for online privacy amidst these regulatory changes.
An internet anonymity ban is being considered - looks like it's almost VPN o'clock
Greece's Minister of Digital Governance, Dimitris Papastergiou, is considering a ban on internet anonymity to combat online toxicity. The author argues that this measure, while seemingly simple, will not solve the root causes of hate speech and will negatively impact legitimate users seeking privacy for personal safety or community support. The article also highlights the continued availability of VPN services like NordVPN for maintaining online privacy.
This Russian military intelligence group has been stealing people's sensitive data, so you might want to connect your router through a VPN
The Russian military intelligence group APT28 has been identified by the UK's National Cyber Security Centre as hijacking vulnerable routers to steal sensitive user data, including login credentials and private messages. This operation exploits a DNS issue to redirect internet traffic through malicious servers, effectively acting as anti-VPNs. While the NCSC has provided guidance for businesses, using a reputable VPN service is recommended for individuals to protect their online privacy.
