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Japan is considering a proposal to tighten income requirements for long-term residence applications as part of broader measures Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is weighing to manage the rapidly rising number of foreigners in the country. Current long-term residence framework Japan currently has about 940,000 people with long-term residence status, representing…
Malicious software hidden in apps and inexpensive devices can create backdoors that allow hackers to access home networks, according to warnings about residential proxy networks. These systems use users’ internet connections to support online activity.
Experts say the malware can appear in applications downloaded from untrusted sources or be present on cheap household devices. Once a device or app is compromised, the home internet connection can be exploited to carry out cyberattacks or other illicit activity.
In some cases, residential proxy software is preinstalled on devices, particularly low-cost video streaming products. Users may also install such software unintentionally through apps, which can enable third parties to reach internal network resources.
If the network is then used for illegal purposes, users could face legal risk.
Experts recommend checking network status using a tool provided by Spur, an internet analytics company. The tool checks the IP address, which serves as the network’s internet identifier, to detect signs of unusual activity.
If the result shows “no risk,” experts say the network is not infected. If a warning appears, users should be cautious because the network may be involved in proxy-related activity.
However, a warning does not always indicate that personal devices are infected. Experts note that shared IP addresses—such as those used by mobile networks—can also be a contributing factor.
To reduce risk, experts advise removing suspicious apps, particularly free applications that enable bandwidth sharing. They also caution that free VPN apps and free versions of paid games or services may carry higher risk.
Experts further recommend limiting the use of cheap, unbranded devices, including free video devices or digital photo frames. Replacing them with products from reputable manufacturers can help reduce the likelihood of compromise.
Finally, experts note that if a product or service appears too good to be true, users should exercise caution, as such offerings may conceal security risks.
Premium gym chains are entering a “golden era” that is ending or already in decline, as rising operating costs collide with shifting consumer preferences toward more flexible, community-based ways to exercise. Long-term memberships are shrinking, margins are pressured by higher rents and facility expenses, and competition from smaller, more personalized…
