Canal+ wants to block VPN usage – and VPN providers are fuming
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Emma Walker
Major French streaming provider Canal+ is taking a strong stance against VPN access to combat piracy, collaborating with France’s professional football league agency, LFP, to issue court orders against top VPN providers. This move has sparked backlash from VPN companies, emphasizing the importance of internet freedom and privacy protection. The VPN Trust Initiative has warned of the risks associated with blocking VPNs, highlighting potential security concerns for French citizens. The upcoming legal battle on March 11, 2025, between Canal+ and VPN providers could have significant implications for online rights and piracy measures globally. VPN providers, including Proton VPN, are prepared to defend internet freedoms up to the European Court of Justice.
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