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List of Free VPNs that Hijack Android Phones Illustration. A report revealed that more than 15 free VPN apps on Google Play were found to use malicious software development kits. (Photo: Istockphoto/ Finwal)  --  Virtual Private Networks (VPN) is one way that can provide more security, and can even bypass certain network filters when surfing in cyberspace. However, nowadays there are a number of VPNs that can hijack Android phones.  A report revealed that more than 15 free VPN apps on Google Play were found to use malicious software development kits that turn Android devices into residential proxies. This is most likely used for cybercrime and shopping bots.  Residential proxies are devices that route internet traffic through devices located at home to other remote users, so that the traffic appears genuine and is less likely to be blocked.  Although they have legitimate uses for market research, ad verification, and SEO, many cybercriminals use them to hide malicious activity, incl

Proton Offers Free VPN for Censorship-Hobby Citizens Andy Yen. (AFP) Internet privacy COMPANY Proton will offer a network of free VPN servers for use in many countries holding elections this year. Target countries especially those with a history of censorship and repression.  Switzerland-based Proton says its goal is to help local communities circumvent government censorship. This also prevents interference or misinformation during election campaigns.  In a year when about half the global population will go to the polls, Proton says it is critical to provide widespread access to virtual private network services that can be used to circumvent internet censorship and access information freely. Venezuela, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, and Turkey are among the countries where the company says it will provide its free servers.  "2024 will be full of challenges for democracy around the world," said Proton chairman Andy Yen in a statement, Wednesday (7/3). "Many countries