VPN Users Risk 20-Year Jail Sentences in the US Under New RESTRICT Act

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In Brief

The 'TikTok Ban Bill' targets more than just social media.

The state would be able to police all communication platforms.

VPNs would be included with violators facing up to $1M in fines. 

 

A bill dubbed the 'RESTRICT' act that was submitted to Congress could have severe consequences for virtual private network (VPN) users in the United States.

U.S. lawmakers are widening their sights when it comes to cracking down on finance and technology.