Private Internet Access (PIA) remains one of the top VPNs, especially for users concerned with privacy. It boasts built-in advanced tools, like the ad, tracker and malware blocker MACE. MACE operates at a DNS level, stopping unwanted content from reaching the device, thus, providing an additional layer of security and reducing strain on one’s bandwidth. However, some limitations include its inability to block ads hosted by the same domain and to keep up with dynamic, new malicious domains.

LockBit ransomware group falls victim to hackers itself
A data leak has disclosed information about negotiations with victims, Bitcoin wallet addresses, affiliate accounts, and details of attacks.