We all have concerns about online safety and security, and that's not changing anytime soon.

According to a new report from Maximum Market Research, the global market for virtual private networks will grow by more than 17% annually over the next five years. VPN expenditures are projected to reach $150 billion by 2030, more than triple what it was ($48.7 billion) in 2023.

Two key drivers for that growth are the lack of data security on public networks and the increasing number of employees doing remote and hybrid work.

VPN providers are working to boost the appeal of their services for consumers. This week, for instance, ExpressVPN introduced new features for Apple's iOS app, including shortcuts, Home screen widgets and integration with Siri voice commands.

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