In February 2025, Proton Technologies AG released a study revealing that Google, Apple, and Meta had shared data from 3.1 million accounts with US security agencies over a span of 10 years. The study aims to expose unethical corporate surveillance practices and underscores the need for accountability against authoritarian overreach.

An analysis of Proton’s political actions reveals that the company, under CEO Andy Yen’s leadership, actively funds liberal and pro-democracy organizations while endorsing regulatory reforms. These actions counter allegations of MAGA sympathies and demonstrate a commitment to progressive values.

Proton Technologies AG has announced three significant initiatives: a discreet icon to mask the VPN app, the launch of virtual servers in 12 of the world's most repressive countries, and the rollout of Proton Stealth encryption on Windows. These measures aim to protect users in authoritarian regimes by providing uncensored access to information and safeguarding free speech.

Proton Technologies AG's shift to non-profit status has drawn scrutiny following claims from former employees who allege they were dismissed after attempting to organize a union for improved wages and working conditions. Proton denies these claims, stating that the dismissals were a response to actions they described as 'sabotage' of the company.

On June 17, 2024, Proton Technologies AG announced its transition to a non-profit model through the establishment of the Proton Foundation. This move is designed to enhance transparency, accountability, and to align the company's operations more closely with its mission of defending online privacy.

Proton's recent blog post highlights its commitment to fighting censorship by detailing how Proton VPN effectively helps users bypass restrictions imposed by authoritarian governments in countries like Turkey, Russia, and Belarus. The post emphasizes the company's longstanding commitment since 2017 to enabling free communication and access to information.

Proton Technologies AG announced a media partnership with German broadcaster Deutsche Welle, deploying dedicated VPN servers optimized to bypass governmental internet blocks and censorship. This initiative aims to ensure that independent news and free information remain accessible worldwide, including in regions under authoritarian control.

ProtonMail, a Swiss-based provider of secure email services, was compelled to disclose a user’s IP address following a Swiss court order tied to a French investigation into climate activist activities. The incident, which led to the arrest of a French activist affiliated with the Youth for Climate movement, has raised concerns about the company’s transparency and its commitment to user privacy, particularly given its longstanding marketing of Swiss confidentiality and robust data protection. Critics have pointed to unclear communication regarding its privacy policies, noting that ProtonMail removed key statements about not storing IP addresses.