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Wisconsin scraps VPN ban from age verification bill following backlash

Lawmakers hear the concerns of VPN users across the country, removing VPN blocking requirements from the age verification bill. Yet, experts warn that the proposed law still comes with some major issues.

'Iranians are resilient; they always find ways to speak:' How Iranians are overcoming unprecedented internet censorship

After the January 8 blackout, Iran's internet has not gotten back to normal yet β€” probably it never will. Yet, "Iranians are resilient; they always find ways to speak," even when the regime cracks down on VPNs.

Gabon blocks social media 'until further notice' as VPN demand soars

Gabon has blocked major social media platforms "until further notice," citing national security. Here is why VPN demand is currently up by 8,000% as residents look to stay connected.

'A spectacularly bad idea' β€” Digital rights advocates call on Wisconsin lawmakers to reject VPN ban bill

Wisconsin's controversial age verification proposal is expected to be discussed today (February 18). The Electronic Frontier Foundation warns that provisions to block VPN users are "unworkable."

Millions of Iranians could lose access to VPNs 'as of next week' due to lack of US funding

The Open Technology Fund warns that millions of VPN users in Iran could lose access to the tools as early next week if US agencies don't replenish the group's funds.

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