threat-intel 737 Chrome VPN Extensions Caught Routing Traffic Through Proxies. Check If You Have One A massive collection of 737 Chrome VPN and proxy extensions are being used to route user traffic through a single SOCKS5 proxy infrastructure, primarily targeting Russian-speaking users seeking access to blocked content. Many of these extensions impersonate legitimate VPN brands and employ deceptive tactics to bypass C… The Hacker News · Aug 12, 2026 High RUvpnproxychrome
threat-intel Kids’ online safety bill faces dim prospects of passage this session despite progress The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), a landmark bill aimed at increasing online safety for children, faces significant obstacles in Congress, particularly regarding a ‘duty of care’ provision requiring companies to take re… The Record · Aug 11, 2026 High UNonline safetychildrenfirst amendment
threat-intel Russian businesses erase Durov-linked products after 'terrorist' designation Following Russia's designation of Telegram founder Pavel Durov as a terrorist and extremist, numerous Russian businesses are removing products associated with him, including books, films, and merchandise. Despite these e… The Record · Aug 4, 2026 High RUFRUAcensorshipduraovtelegram
threat-intel Russia accuses Apple of ‘political censorship’ after VK apps removed from App Store Following the removal of VK apps from the Apple App Store, Russia has accused Apple of political censorship and a lack of trust, citing sanctions compliance. The move has sparked a diplomatic backlash from Russian offici… The Record · Jun 26, 2026 Medium RUsanctionscensorshiprussia
threat-intel UK Social Media Ban for Minors Has Privacy Experts Worried The UK is implementing a ban on user-to-user social media platforms for individuals under 16, following similar legislation in Canada and Australia, driven by concerns about the impact of social media on young people. Th… Dark Reading · Jun 17, 2026 Medium UKCAAUsocial mediaage verificationprivacy
threat-intel Chilling Effects This article details a concerning trend of self-censorship and disengagement among students and professionals in the United States, driven by the perceived threat of punitive measures from the Trump administration. The p… Schneier on Security · May 29, 2026 High UScensorshipfearconformity
