The High Court of Karnataka in India has ordered the blockade of Proton Mail due to its refusal to provide information to authorities. The court's April 29 decision was based on a complaint from a New Delhi design firm claiming that some employees received offensive emails through the service. The judge instructed the government to promptly block Proton Mail's domain names, referencing the country's Information Technology Act of 2008. While it is uncertain if the ban will be enforced or challenged legally, this action aligns with a global trend of increased scrutiny of encrypted platforms in response to user activities. Previously, in March 2024, Indian authorities had attempted to impose a ban on Proton Mail due to alleged bomb threats, although the service continued to operate then. As regulatory pressures mount, the situation reflects a broader narrative concerning user privacy and security in the digital landscape, particularly related to cryptocurrency and communication platforms.

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