Articles by Rene Millman, Contributing Writer

Rene Millman is a seasoned technology journalist whose work has appeared in The Guardian, the Financial Times, Computer Weekly, and IT Pro. With over two decades of experience as a reporter and editor, he specializes in making complex topics like cybersecurity, VPNs, and enterprise software accessible and engaging.

His writing is backed by years of market analysis, allowing him to deliver news and features with an expert’s understanding of the industry.

Articles by: Rene Millman

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Norton VPN: how 2025 became a turning point and the road ahead for 2026

By Rene Millman Published 3 January 26

2025 was a "turning-point year" for Norton VPN. From 25Gbps server upgrades to navigating a threat landscape changed by Generative AI, here is how the provider evolved over the last 12 months.

Mullvad VPN boosts WireGuard speeds and stability with new Rust-based engine

By Rene Millman Published 22 December 25

Mullvad VPN is swapping out its engine. The new "GotaTun" implementation, built with Rust, is already slashing app crashes and paving the way for a faster, WireGuard-only future.

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Federal judge blocks Louisiana’s social media age verification law – here's why

By Rene Millman Published 22 December 25

A federal judge has ruled that the state cannot use a "free-floating power" to restrict the ideas to which children are exposed

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ExpressVPN rolls out major Qt update to boost speed and unify desktop apps

By Rene Millman Published 18 December 25

ExpressVPN is overhauling its desktop apps with a new Qt-based framework. The update is now live on Linux and macOS – and Windows is next. Here's all you need to know.

Official Proton VPN app lands on even more Linux devices

By Rene Millman Published 17 December 25

Linux users rejoice! Proton VPN has officially released its new command-line interface for Arch, Debian, Ubuntu, and Fedora. Here is what you need to know about the new tool.

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"Unconstitutional": Federal judge blocks Arkansas social media safety law

By Rene Millman Published 17 December 25

A federal judge has hit pause on Arkansas's controversial social media law, ruling that Act 901 likely violates the First Amendment. Here is what you need to know.

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Denmark scraps controversial VPN ban proposal after public backlash

By Rene Millman Published 16 December 25

Critics warned could have criminalized the use of VPNs for streaming and accessing blocked websites

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Denmark wants to ban VPNs to unlock foreign, illegal streams – and experts are worried

By Rene Millman Published 15 December 25

Denmark has drafted a new law to stop people from using VPNs to access foreign streaming libraries and illegal websites. But digital rights advocates are sounding the alarm.

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Russia threatens to block all Google services in a 'soft squeeze' of US tech

By Rene Millman Published 12 December 25

Russia is considering a complete ban on Google services, according to a member of the State Duma's IT committee. This comes as part of a wider crackdown on foreign technology.

Independent auditors inspect NordVPN's security once again – here's what they found

By Rene Millman Published 11 December 25

Nineteen senior testers from German cybersecurity firm Cure53 spent months scrutinizing NordVPN's apps, servers, and source code. Here’s what they discovered.

Taiwan blocks RedNote app, sparking VPN surge

By Rene Millman Published 10 December 25

The popular Chinese social media and e-commerce app has been blocked by the Taiwanese government due to fears of fraud and data harvesting. But users are finding ways to stay connected.

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Faster speeds, more locations: Norton VPN caps off a year of transformation

By Rene Millman Published 10 December 25

Norton VPN is closing out the year with a bang, releasing a slate of updates that deliver significant improvements to speed, server availability, and user security. Here's all you need to know.

NordVPN extends phishing and malware protection to your inbox

By Rene Millman Published 8 December 25

NordVPN just launched a new email protection feature to stop phishing in its tracks. It scans and flags dodgy links right inside your browser-based email client on macOS and Windows.

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US security agency urges Android and iPhone users to stop using personal VPNs

By Rene Millman Published 5 December 25

CISA warned that many commercial VPNs could be putting your data at greater risk. But that doesn't mean you should give up on privacy – here's what you need to know.

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YouTube to lock out under-16s in Australia as controversial social media ban looms

By Rene Millman Last updated 5 December 25

YouTube has confirmed it will comply with Australia's strict new age verification laws, following the likes of Meta and X. Yet, critics are raising alarms over privacy and data security.

ExpressVPN's latest update boosts connection speeds and revamps its Mac app

By Rene Millman Published 3 December 25

ExpressVPN launched two major updates: a new 'Fastest Location' feature and a native macOS app that aim to deliver a quicker and more seamless user experience.

Russia's Digital Iron Curtain: WhatsApp next on the chopping block

By Rene Millman Published 3 December 25

Russia's communications regulator has threatened a complete ban on WhatsApp. The move comes as the Kremlin's crackdown on internet freedom intensifies.

NordVPN is compatible with new Amazon Fire Sticks – and it's 75% off with this Cyber Monday deal

By Rene Millman Last updated 1 December 25

Amazon finally released VPN support for its next-gen Fire TV Stick, and NordVPN is one of the very few ready for it

This VPN is well equipped for torrenting, and right now it's 75% off

By Rene Millman Last updated 1 December 25

Proton VPN's Cyber Monday deal is one of the most affordable and secure options for torrenting. Get 75% off a 2-year plan and enjoy features like port forwarding and high-speed P2P servers.

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Worried about age verification? These VPNs secure your ID online and only cost $2 per month

By Rene Millman Last updated 28 November 25

Age verification laws dominated the privacy conversation in 2025. With these regulations unlikely to vanish in 2026, Black Friday is the perfect time to invest in tools that protect your anonymity.

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We tested the malware blocking capabilities of your favorite VPNs – here’s the best that you can save on right now

By Rene Millman Published 26 November 25

Black Friday brings massive discounts, but it also brings a spike in online scams. NordVPN’s malware-blocking tools can be the ideal tool to stay safe, and it's now on sale.

ExpressVPN is still the most expensive VPN in our top 5, but here's why it's worth checking out

By Rene Millman Published 25 November 25

ExpressVPN isn't joining the race to the bottom this Black Friday. We dig into why its premium price might just be worth it for your digital security needs.

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My favorite VPN for gaming just dropped its prices by up to 77% − here's how to grab yours

By Rene Millman Published 22 November 25

It's here early. NordVPN, our pick for the best VPN service, has dropped its Black Friday prices. Get the top-rated gaming VPN for just $2.99 a month, a massive 77% saving on a two-year plan.