Russia VPN restrictions linked to payment system disruptions, claims Telegram founder
Russian authorities have increased efforts to restrict the use of virtual private networks (VPNs), blocking hundreds of services and restricting payment options. The move has led to unintended consequences, including disruptions to the country's domestic payment systems, with some services forced to revert to manual operations.
Russia has expanded restrictions on VPNs, blocking hundreds of services and restricting payment options. The government has also targeted access indirectly by restricting payment options for foreign platforms. Despite this, officials have stopped short of a full ban due to potential disruption to the economy and technological systems. The restrictions have led to disruptions in payment systems, with some services forced to revert to manual operations. Telegram founder Pavel Durov linked the disruptions to the VPN restrictions. VPN use has become increasingly embedded in daily Russian life, with tens of millions of users relying on them to access news and conduct business.
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