Denmark takes a Viking swing at VPN-enabled piracy

Denmark has proposed amendments to copyright and broadcasting laws that would restrict VPN use for accessing illegal streaming services and geo-restricted content, aiming for tech-neutral rules that can adapt to future technologies. The plan has drawn criticism from privacy advocates and industry voices who argue it targets legitimate privacy tools rather than platform enforcement, though the culture minister denies any intent to criminalize VPNs outright. The consultation occurs amid wider European debates over encryption and content scanning (e.g., the EU’s “Chat Control”), raising concerns about the country’s stance on privacy-preserving technologies.