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Windscribe appears in 2 stories we have published between September 2026 and October 2026, mostly in our Technology and Policy coverage. It is most often reported alongside ExpressVPN, Apple and Chamber of Progress.
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Over 350 untrustworthy VPN extensions on Chrome Web Store target Russian users
An investigation by TechRadar has identified over 350 VPN extensions on Google’s Chrome Web Store that pose significant privacy and security risks to Russian users. Many of these extensions imitate well-known brands like Windscribe and ExpressVPN, raising concerns about data harvesting, review manipulation, and developer anonymity.
23 October 2026
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Over 350 untrustworthy VPN extensions on Chrome Web Store target Russian users
TechRadar investigation uncovers 350+ untrustworthy VPN extensions on Google’s Chrome Web Store, amassing 218,000 users.

Canada’s Bill C-22 sparks tech exodus fears over encryption and privacy
Canada’s proposed Bill C-22, expanding law enforcement’s digital access, is facing opposition from VPN and tech firms over encryption and data retention concerns.
