Kaspersky is known as an anti-virus and security software company from Russia. After the US government put Kaspersky on the "Entity List" - a list of "foreign individuals, companies and organizations considered a national security threat", Kaspersky was forced to close its branch in America, this company decided to give a "farewell gift" exclusively to users in the US. It provides free security products for 6 months, along with useful tips to ensure online safety.
Kaspersky expressed its gratitude to customers in the US for choosing and trusting their products over the years in a private message sent to them.
Besides, to say goodbye to the US market and show gratitude to longtime users, Kaspersky also gives away some free security software for half a year. The company's message clearly states: "Kaspersky is about to leave the US, we want to thank users by providing some security solutions for free for 6 months."
On the other hand, Kaspersky offers some useful advice to help users avoid trouble and be safer in the network environment, such as: Always back up data; Be cautious with links and double-check the source before clicking; online identity protection; change passwords regularly; Use complex and long passwords...
It is known that the 6-month free period that the company offers to thank users in the US may be related to the ban of the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the US Department of Commerce. Accordingly, this order prohibits the sale and distribution of Kaspersky products, including updates, in the US starting September 29, 2024.
So maybe after September 29, Kaspersky users in the US will no longer receive automatic updates and new virus definitions through the software. Instead, they will have to install it manually through Kaspersky's website in case it is allowed to be provided. This will reduce the security of the product.
Kaspersky said it will begin closing its US branch from July 20, 2024, including laying off employees here in a statement sent to BleepingComputer: "This decision and process take place after the Final Judgment of US Department of Commerce, bans the sale and distribution of Kaspersky products in the US. The company has carefully considered the impact of US regulatory requirements and made this difficult decision due to business opportunities in the country. This is no longer possible."
With no longer being able to access the US market and pressure coming from the European Parliament to exclude the use of products from Chinese and Russian suppliers in important and sensitive sectors of the Union. Europe , Kaspersky was forced to shift to other regions such as Asia and South America.
