Proton and NordVPN blocked in Spain during soccer matches

8 days ago

A Córdoba court authorized LaLiga and Telefónica to compel certain VPNs to enforce IP blocks during matches.
The court issued precautionary measures to temporarily halt the activity of Proton and NordVPN.
LaLiga and Telefónica argue that these VPNs promote offers linked to LaLiga match dates, violating a prior court ruling.
The order requires VPNs to dynamically block access to specified IPs during matches.
ProtonVPN claims the order is 'procedurally invalid' as they were not formally notified.
NordVPN criticizes the measure as ineffective against piracy and unfair to paid VPN services.
LaLiga describes the ruling as unprecedented in Spain and pioneering globally for its dynamic nature.
Both VPN providers question the legality and effectiveness of the court's decision.

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