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NordVPN has been accused of using “deceptive” automatic renewal practices. The law firm Wittels McInturff Palikovic filed a class action lawsuit against the VPN provider, alleging that it intentionally designed a misleading system that, according to the complaint, makes it difficult for customers

Andrea Miliani Published on June 24, 2025

Leading VPN provider NordVPN has announced that it will roll out post-quantum encryption on all its major app-supported platforms. In NordVPN’s implementation, post-quantum encryption is integrated with its proprietary NordLynx protocol. Based on WireGuard, NordLynx is available on all of its

Hendrik Human Published on May 29, 2025

The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) announced on April 18, 2025, that it has officially licensed three companies to operate VPN services in the country. It urged other VPN providers to apply for licenses to ensure compliance with government regulations. According to the official

Hendrik Human Published on April 27, 2025

Surfshark announced that it will add its Bypasser split-tunneling feature to its macOS app as part of a new update. This means that this capability is now available on all major platforms supported by Surfshark, including Windows, Android, iOS, and its browser extension. Surfshark’s Bypasser

Hendrik Human Published on April 22, 2025

ExpressVPN has unveiled a major update for Linux users, introducing a full graphical user interface (GUI) for its VPN app. This update is designed to make the app more accessible for those who would rather not use the command line. Previously, ExpressVPN’s Linux app was command-line only,

Hendrik Human Published on March 10, 2025

NordVPN has launched a new protocol called NordWhisper, designed to help bypass network restrictions that typically block VPN connections. The company announced that the protocol will allow for a smoother and more reliable browsing experience in environments where traditional VPNs are often

Husain Parvez Published on January 31, 2025

vpnMentor’s Research Team recently conducted extensive research on the increasing demand for VPNs in the US and its effect on Pornhub's traffic — and a nuanced picture emerged. The data shows how age verification laws, geo-blocking, and user behavior are shaping online privacy and content access.

vpnMentor Research Team Published on January 21, 2025
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