Brazil's Supreme Court Reverses Daily Fines for VPN Users—A Win for Digital Freedom

Brazil's Supreme Court has revoked the hefty daily fines of $8,900 previously imposed on citizens using VPNs to access the platform X. This decision marks a significant step back from the nation's stringent internet controls. The court’s move suggests a recognition of the impracticality of restricting access to global digital tools, despite the country's ongoing efforts to regulate online activity. Brazil's tech-savvy population, refusing to be cornered by outdated policies, continues to find ways to bypass restrictions, showcasing the resilience of decentralized technology in the face of state intervention.

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No such news though.

You're right as I have learned now.

The withdrawal of the fines for the use of a VPN in Brazil by the Supreme Court was probably a false report from the Brazilian news that was widely circulated. This must be corrected; the court has once again emphasized that the fines will remain in place for the time being. So the fight goes on