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Obscura: The first VPN that can't log your activity

Obscura is a VPN service that uses zero-knowledge proofs and homomorphic encryption to ensure user activity is not logged. It uses a blockchain-based decentralized architecture to prevent a single point of failure. Obscura's protocol is open-source, allowing for community review and verification of its security. The service is currently in beta and available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Obscura is designed to protect users' online activity from internet service providers, governments, and advertisers, while also protecting against DNS leaks and IP address exposure. The service uses a peer-to-peer connection, eliminating the need for a centralized server, which can be a potential vulnerability. Obscura's founder, a security expert, has a track record of developing secure systems.

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