VPN News & Industry Updates
The latest VPN developments, security alerts, and industry news affecting small businesses.
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2026
CISA + FBI: Public Wi-Fi Ransomware Attacks Up 89% in 2026
The FBI and CISA jointly warn that ransomware operators are increasingly targeting employees on public and hotel Wi-Fi networks. Both agencies recommend VPN usage as a foundational control. Read the full advisory →
April 2026
ExpressVPN Launches Business Hub
Centralized team management, dedicated IP, and admin controls — now with Slack and Microsoft Teams integration.
NordVPN Meshnet Now Supports 60 Concurrent Devices
End-to-end encrypted mesh networking expanded for team use — ideal for distributed small businesses.
Surfshark Debuts AI Privacy Assistant
Local AI scans data broker sites and automates removal of employee personal information.
March 2026
Report: 62% of SMBs Now Use a Business VPN
For the first time, a majority of small businesses have adopted a business-tier VPN. Remote work and ransomware risk are primary drivers.
EU Data Act Now in Effect — VPNs Explicitly Recommended
Any business handling EU customer data must implement appropriate security measures. Compliance checklists now explicitly reference VPN usage.
VPN Speed Study 2026: Average Speeds Up 34%
WireGuard adoption drives significant throughput improvements. NordVPN and Surfshark lead on latency.
February 2026
Surfshark Adds GPS Spoofing for Mobile Teams
Remote employees can mask device location data — critical for teams in regions with geo-restricted tools.
ExpressVPN Expands to 105 Countries
12 new server locations added across Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe.
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