Circumvention tool or essential security software? The shifting role of VPNs in the UK

With VPNs under extreme scrutiny, what does the future hold for privacy tools in the UK?

ExpressVPN gives its desktop apps a visual makeover and a bigger push into AI

ExpressVPN has rolled out version 14.2.0 across its Mac, Windows, and Linux apps, bringing a refreshed visual design, a compact layout by default, and new AI controls via an MCP server.

Amnezia VPN restores 20 Premium server locations and compensates users following cyberattacks

AmneziaVPN Premium users finally have their 20 server locations back online! Plus, the provider is rolling out compensation following a chaotic few weeks of cyberattacks. Here is everything we know so far.

Save a huge 85% on a two-year Surfshark VPN subscription for your home or office and grab three extra months free — huge $436 discount on full privacy suite with antivirus protection, ad blocking and unlimited simultaneous connections for just $75

This Surfshark One 2-year VPN deal is now just $75.33, giving you a huge $436.32 saving compared to a standard monthly subscription, with three months extra thrown in for free to keep you protected online.

Surfshark says its Dausos protocol will finally behave on the locked-down networks that trip up rival VPNs

Surfshark has updated its proprietary Dausos VPN protocol to connect more reliably on restricted school, university, and corporate networks, fixing connectivity issues some users had reported.

Proton VPN aces independent no-logs audit for the fifth consecutive year

Proton VPN has successfully passed its fifth consecutive independent no-logs audit, with European security firm Securitum verifying that the provider doesn’t track or store user activity.

Massive VPN surge hits India as government blocks Telegram over exam fraud

India has temporarily blocked Telegram ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam, driving millions to VPNs and prompting Telegram to challenge the order in court amid allegations of internet hijacking.

Mullvad VPN’s new desktop build prioritizes speed, stability over interface changes

Mullvad’s desktop apps just got a major update focused on delivering faster speeds and security fixes. Here’s all you need to know.

‘We are building a global movement’ — UK’s teen social media ban sparks a campaign to defend the open internet

UK digital rights advocates have launched a campaign to defend digital rights and urge the government to scrap its social media ban.