Russia’s communications watchdog plans to dam VPNs from March 1 subsequent 12 months, a Russian senator for the ruling United Russia get together stated on Tuesday. From a report: Demand for VPN companies soared after Russia restricted entry to some Western social media after President Vladimir Putin ordered troops into Ukraine in February 2022. Senator Artem Sheikin stated an order from the Roskomnadzor watchdog would come into power on March 1 that will block VPNs. “From March 1, 2024, an order will come into power to dam VPN companies offering entry to websites banned in Russia,” Sheikin was quoted as saying by state information company RIA.
