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Russian censors target Google in VPN takedown push

As Russia doubles down against VPN usage, Google seems to be resisting removal requests so far, despite a popular app, ZoogVPN, having reportedly been removed from Google Play. Here's all we know.

Russia's internet crackdown leads to a spring of growing discontent

Russia's internet crackdown leads to a spring of growing discontent

Anger and frustration is growing in Russia over government restrictions on the internet that have disrupted daily life, hurt businesses and brought condemnation from both Kremlin critics and supporters alike

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'Switch to MAX, by any means necessary' — Inside Russia’s great internet crackdown

'Switch to MAX, by any means necessary' — Inside Russia’s great internet crackdown

After censoring the internet for years, the Kremlin is now pushing citizens to the state-controlled MAX by further targeting VPN usage. But the disconnect over the Telegram shutdown could be the needed turning point.

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Russia moves to 'reduce VPN usage' with new blocking, fines and fees

As residents flock to VPNs to keep using Telegram, Russia's Ministry of Digital Development announced new plans to curb VPN use. Here's all we know.

Apple removes custom VPN clients from Russian App Store amid Telegram crackdown

After blocking Telegram, Russian authorities are now restricting access to custom proxy and VPN apps on Apple's App Store.

Russia thwarts protests over the blocking of a popular messaging app, but frustration persists

Authorities in nearly a dozen regions across Russian have refused to authorize protests in recent weeks over internet censorship and the blocking of Telegram, a popular messaging app

The Independent UK

Telegram shutdown begins in Russia — here's everything we know

Russian Telegram users have been reporting struggles to use the app since the weekend, ahead of the full blockage expected in April. VPNs seem to be working — but this may soon change.

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Russia opens criminal case against Telegram's Durov for 'promoting terrorism,' reports say

Russia opens criminal case against Telegram's Durov for 'promoting terrorism,' reports say

Russia has opened a terrorism-related criminal case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov amid new blocks on the app and a push for a state-controlled alternative, according to Russian state media reports.

Telegram might be fully blocked in Russia. Question is, when will it happen?

Telegram might be fully blocked in Russia. Question is, when will it happen?

Russian authorities are denying media reports of plans to fully block Telegram from 1 April, noting that no decisions have been made on the matter yet. For many Russians, this sounds like an indirect confirmation of further digital isolation and stricter Internet censorship.

Russia is using DNS and DPI to block YouTube, Telegram and WhatsApp while pushing state-controlled MAX as alternative

Russia is using DNS and DPI to block YouTube, Telegram and WhatsApp while pushing state-controlled MAX as alternative

Russia has completely blocked access to Telegram, WhatsApp, and YouTube. Citizens keep looking for ways around, but VPNs are also being targeted.

Telegram CEO condemns new restrictions in Russia as citizens turn to VPNs to bypass the blocks

Telegram CEO condemns new restrictions in Russia as citizens turn to VPNs to bypass the blocks

Russia begins disrupting access to Telegram, but users are fighting back. Find out why VPN demand is spiking and what it means for the future of Russian internet censorship.

Russia restricts Telegram over alleged law breaches as it supports state-backed rival

Russia restricts Telegram over alleged law breaches as it supports state-backed rival

Russia's communications regulator Roskomnadzor said it would "continue to introduce phased restrictions" on Telegram over legal violations.

Russia’s battle against VPNs is entering a new phase: Here's what to expect in 2026

Russia’s battle against VPNs is entering a new phase: Here's what to expect in 2026

New laws and sophisticated blocking techniques are making VPN use in Russia increasingly difficult. Here's what changed last year and what to expect over the next 12 months.

Angry Russians turn on Putin over poverty and stagnant economy during marathon press conference

Angry Russians turn on Putin over poverty and stagnant economy during marathon press conference

‘Why do ordinary people live worse than Papuans [citizens of Papua New Guinea]?’ hit out one Russian viewer

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Russian media finally admits Putin is under fire from angry citizens, but it's for the recent Roblox ban — Kremlin says kids have written 63,000 complaint letters, half said they wanted to leave Russia due to the ban

There's been a Russian youth uprising, with tens of thousands of kids writing to say they want to emigrate because Roblox has been blocked.

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Russia blocks Snapchat and restricts Apple’s FaceTime, state officials say

Latest effort to control communications comes as regulator claims apps being used to ‘conduct terrorist activities’

The Independent UK

Russia bans FaceTime in Putin’s latest move to halt communication and control the internet

Putin previously banned calls via WhatsApp, the most popular messaging app in Russia, and Telegram, a close second

Roblox is reportedly now blocked in Russia, citing ‘LGBT propaganda’ and protecting children from predators

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Valve Bows to Kremlin: LGBTQ+ Solitaire Game Pulled from Russian Steam

Valve sparks outrage by removing the LGBTQ+ inclusive game Flick Solitaire from Steam in Russia, bowing to Kremlin censorship demands while Apple and Google refuse.

"A wider campaign against human rights" – Experts condemn Russia's escalation against VPNs and encrypted apps

WhatsApp is set to be the latest victim of Moscow censorship, while government-backed services are forced into new devices.

Russia wants to ban Google Meet - but probably not for the reason you might expect

Russia could ban Google Meet after similar crackdowns on WhatsApp and Telegram, pushing its local Max alternative instead.

Russia blocks calls via WhatsApp and Telegram as it tightens control over the internet

Russian authorities have long engaged in a deliberate and multipronged effort to rein in the internet.

Russia restricts calls on WhatsApp, Telegram as internet control tightens

Russia says popular messaging apps facilitating crime, sabotage as internet restrictions tighten amid war in Ukraine.

The Guardian - UK

Russia restricts WhatsApp and Telegram, alleging apps used for fraud and terrorism

Calls via foreign-owned platforms curbed as critics say Kremlin is pushing for greater control over Russia’s internet

Apple has removed yet another popular VPN app from its Russian App Store

NORSE Labs DVPN adds to the over 100 VPN apps currently unavailable in Russia's Apple App Store. Here's all you need to know.

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