Articles by Sebastian Schaub

Sebastian is the founder of hide.me VPN and he has been working in the internet security industry for over a decade. He started hide.me VPN to make internet security and privacy accessible to everybody.

Articles by: Sebastian Schaub

NIST, Cryptography and The Future of VPNs

By Sebastian Schaub published 4 October 24

Anticipating this challenge, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has recently finalized a set of quantum-resistant encryption standards.

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What happened to the idea of a free internet?

By Sebastian Schaub published 21 December 23

For the average person under thirty, this epoch is all they’ve known. But for those of us who can remember life before the Net, it’s clear to see how much has changed in three decades.

Why China really wants to boost VPN services

By Sebastian Schaub published 6 November 23

Is this a change of heart from the notoriously anti-VPN regime in Beijing?

Will the UK Online Safety Bill deliver a second class internet?

By Sebastian Schaub published 5 September 23

Sebastian Schaub, CEO of hide.me VPN discusses the ramifications of the UK Online Safety Bill.

8 things to consider before buying a VPN

By Sebastian Schaub last updated 23 August 23

Be careful about who you put your trust in when it comes to privacy

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VPNs and the fight against government censorship

By Sebastian Schaub published 2 May 23

VPN services offer a pathway for ordinary citizens to combat the daily assaults to their right of free speech and privacy.

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Trackers matter: How the online services you use are tracking your every move

By Sebastian Schaub published 24 February 23

As the use of trackers increases, it’s more important than ever for users to take steps to protect their privacy and identity online.

What's up with WhatsApp’s cyberstalking problem?

By Sebastian Schaub published 24 October 22

Cyberstalking is the specific use of electronics spy on another person.

Belarus protests: VPNs prove their worth once again

By Sebastian Schaub published 20 October 22

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) give users their rights back by allowing them to bypass any restrictions on social media.

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VPNs - the industry doesn’t deserve its recent bad press

By Sebastian Schaub published 17 October 22

Amidst all the recent negative press, it’s important to remember what VPNs are designed for - giving power back to the people.

People hold signs and chant slogans during a protest over the death of Iranian Mahsa Amini outside the Iranian Consulate on September 21, 2022 in Istanbul, Turkey.

Iran highlights how governments continue to use Internet freedom as a weapon

By Sebastian Schaub published 6 October 22

VPNs give users their right back by allowing them to bypass restrictions and protect their digital privacy.

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India’s restrictive VPN law should be a warning to us all

By Sebastian Schaub published 19 May 22

The situation in India is just another example of those in power trying to use VPNs as a scapegoat whilst removing freedom of choice for their citizens.