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Associated Press
27-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
PureVPN Publishes Q1 2025 Transparency Report Amid Rising Global Demand for User Data
PureVPN reinforces its commitment to user privacy and accountability despite increasing data requests. ROAD TOWN, VG / ACCESS Newswire / May 27, 2025 / PureVPN - a global leader in user privacy and business security, safeguarding digital freedom for over 18 years - has published its Transparency Report for the first quarter of 2025. The report highlights the growing volume of data requests submitted to the company and reinforces PureVPN's stringent no-logs policy, which prevents the collection or retention of user-identifiable data. With global internet freedom steadily declining over the past 14 years and authorities increasingly submitting data requests to tech companies, especially in the U.S. and Europe, PureVPN remains committed to protecting digital privacy. Between January and March 2025, the company saw a notable increase in requests by law enforcement agencies and third parties. Nevertheless, consistent with its independently audited no-logs policy, the company disclosed no user data - because none exists. Transparency in Numbers: Q1 2025 Data Requests In Q1 2025, PureVPN received over 23,000 requests, including: Although PureVPN received numerous requests, its infrastructure prevents the retention of user-identifiable data, so it didn't provide any information in response. Commitment to Independent Verification PureVPN's privacy practices undergo regular independent audits to verify compliance with its no-logs policy, ensuring users that their activity remains confidential, even under legal scrutiny. The company continues to strengthen its security infrastructure, focusing on user privacy, device security, and identity and access management (IAM). PureVPN's commitment to transparency and trust has also earned it the VPN Trust Seal from the i2Coalition's VPN Trust Initiative, recognizing excellence in security, privacy, advertising practices, disclosure, and social responsibility. Additionally, PureVPN leverages an ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified Information Security Management System (ISMS), underscoring its dedication to globally recognized standards in managing sensitive data. You can access the full report here. About PureVPN PureVPN is a global leader in digital security and online privacy, with over 18 years of expertise. Built with a focus on practical, engineering-driven solutions, PureVPN empowers its users to navigate the digital landscape safely by encrypting connections, securely storing passwords, preventing third-party tracking, monitoring the dark web, and reclaiming personal data from brokers. Contact InformationPureSquare Press PR Manager SOURCE: PureSquare press release
TechCrunch
23-05-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
Apple CEO reportedly urged Texas' governor to ditch online child safety bill
Apple CEO Tim Cook reportedly called Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to make changes to or veto a newly passed law in the state that would require the company to verify the ages of device owners, according to The Wall Street Journal. Abbott has yet to sign the bill. But Apple, alongside Google, has been working with interest groups to fight the legislation. Apple in particular argues that the implementation of the Texas bill could pose a threat to user privacy. The bill would mandate that, if a minor uses a device, their App Store account be tied to their parents', so that parents are notified of minors' app downloads and prompted to approve or deny them. 'If enacted, app marketplaces will be required to collect and keep sensitive personal identifying information for every Texan who wants to download an app, even if it's an app that simply provides weather updates or sports scores,' an Apple spokesperson told the WSJ. Those in support of the bill say it will allow parents to exercise more control over the relationship between children and their smartphones. At least nine other states are looking at similar legislation. Apple managed to stop a bill from passing in Louisiana last year, although the state is now revisiting the bill.
