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National-scale censors have been observed engaging in traffic filtering targeted at new and secure transport protocols such as QUIC.

A recent study finds that popular VPN protocols can be easily identified and blocked by ISPs.

New research shows that eight popular, commercial VPN apps operate deceptively, exposing more than 700 million users to authoritarian surveillance.

Measurements are only as powerful as the reforms they bring.

Governments increasingly turn to DNS-level blocking interventions because they're easy to implement.

Internet access should not be weaponized or restricted during emergencies—it should be a relief, coordination, and rebuilding tool.

Pulse tracked seven election-related Internet shutdowns in 2024, the most we've ever tracked.

A Pulse Research Fellow has developed a new Internet shutdown tracking system that retrieves open-source, API data from several sources to provide higher resolution of Internet traffic measurements, including during anomalies.

Pakistan authorities have blocked free VPN services, requiring Internet users to register to use select paid services.

The recent use of DNS hijacking by Malaysian authorities to block certain content reveals a dangerous precedent for Internet regulation in Malaysia.

A new study shows that half of the top 10 most popular VPNs used today are vulnerable to having their routes intercepted by an attacker.

DNS usage patterns are sometimes influenced by external factors like censorship or surveillance. Understanding these patterns can give important insights into the local Internet landscape.