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Stories from across the site that focus on privacy.
Google Tests 5GB Initial Gmail Storage Limit with Phone Number Verification
Google experiments with a new Gmail storage approach that starts with 5GB free and unlocks the full 15GB when users add a phone number, affecting account creation flow.
May 16, 2026
How Canada's Bill C-22 Threatens VPN Privacy and Why Providers Like Windscribe Are Considering Leaving
Canada's proposed Bill C-22 could undermine VPN privacy, triggering concerns from providers like Windscribe about surveillance and user data security, prompting potential headquarters relocation.
May 15, 2026
How Surfshark and Amnesty International Empower Digital Human Rights Defenders
Surfshark partners with Amnesty International to train defenders in detecting spyware on mobile devices, boosting digital security for activists worldwide.
May 14, 2026
Why Google Chrome Incognito Mode Doesn't Hide Your Data from Your ISP and What Actually Does
Google Chrome’s Incognito mode doesn’t prevent ISPs from tracking your browsing. Learn how ISPs monitor your activity and effective tools to protect your online privacy.
May 14, 2026
Tokee Data Leak Exposes 1.2 Million User Profiles, Raising Serious Privacy Concerns
A major data leak from the Tokee messaging app has exposed 1.2 million user profiles, putting personal data at risk and highlighting critical security and regulatory challenges for users.
May 13, 2026
Why Russia Can't Fully Ban VPNs Without Breaking Its Internet
A Russian official admits that a complete VPN ban is technically impossible without damaging the country's internet infrastructure, highlighting the challenges of internet censorship in Russia.
May 13, 2026
Why the EU’s New Age Verification App May Lead to Stricter VPN Restrictions
The EU's digital age check app highlights growing concerns over VPN use to bypass online age restrictions, signaling potential new regulations on VPNs and how this impacts user privacy and internet access.
May 9, 2026
How the EU's Digital Market Act Could Impact Google's Search Dominance and Your Privacy
Explore the EU's Digital Market Act aimed at curbing Google's search engine dominance, its potential effects on competition, and the privacy implications for users.
May 8, 2026
How Meta's New Age Verification Method Works Without Facial Recognition
Meta plans to verify users' ages by analyzing height and bone structure, aiming to keep under-13 users off Facebook and Instagram without using facial recognition technology.
May 7, 2026
Top 5 Tips for Choosing the Right Password Manager
Discover expert advice on selecting a password manager that balances security, usability, and features to protect your online accounts effectively.
May 7, 2026
How GrapheneOS Fixes a Critical Android VPN IP Leak Google Ignored
Discover the Android 16 VPN bypass that risks exposing your real IP address, how Google declined to patch it, and why GrapheneOS’s swift fix matters for your privacy.
May 7, 2026
Why Utah's New VPN Restrictions Spark Debate on Privacy and Age Verification
Utah's recent law targeting VPN use for age verification has drawn sharp criticism for technical challenges and privacy concerns, stirring debate over digital rights and enforcement practicality.
May 7, 2026