The cybersecurity law has been criticized by foreign governments, in addition to top security and economy experts, as being harmful to the Chinese economy. It may also be ineffective at actually improving national cybersecurity — if that’s really the government’s concern. Beginning next year, the cybersecurity law will be strictly enforced and the Chinese government will attempt to control and regulate the internet in China.

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How This Could Increase Security Threats

Domestic and foreign businesses operating in China will be affected by this law, although it is still unclear precisely how they will be affected other than censorship. Businesses will be required to report security breaches to the Chinese government and inform citizens of any security breaches. While this is a good cybersecurity measure in theory, it could be easily taken advantage of by the Chinese government.

According to the Economist, China wants domestic and foreign businesses to pass on any information or data relevant to China to the Chinese government for safe storage. Many businesses fear that this may result in an increased risk of data theft, or worse, jeopardize the security of businesses and their products by requiring that businesses get approval for security measures and software. Remember Apple’s refusal to provide the US government with a “key” to bypass their security measures and allow access to a locked iPhone? This law is similar in that it could require businesses to give a “key” to the Chinese government. That business’s security information could then be more vulnerable to hacking opportunities, or sold to state-sponsored groups or other governments. Many foreign governments fear that this could be taken a step further, and used to favor Chinese businesses over foreign businesses.

Protect Your Device From Security Threats

Security threats and other types of malware are increasingly common issues in the technological age. As governments increase their cybersecurity efforts, do your part by increasing the security of your device and information. Download antivirus software, such as DFNDR, to protect your Android against malware 24/7.

The Expansion of Free Wi-Fi

In addition to the expansion of free public Wi-Fi worldwide, in the US many broadband companies are hoping to make the Internet accessible to every person, particularly those who cannot afford Internet access. The idea is that the Internet shouldn’t be a luxury; it is, instead, an increasingly necessary utility. Recently, Sprint announced a plan to give out free devices and data plans to low-income students. Further, Facebook wants to launch a service called Free Basics that gives — you guessed it — free, basic Internet service (similar to basic cable service) to everyone. In case you were wondering, of course that basic service includes access to Facebook.

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How the World Can Benefit from Free Internet

Despite some concerns related to free Internet access, there are many positive aspects about it. Free Internet access doesn’t necessarily mean that the network will be less secure. In the near future, web access might more closely resemble Facebook’s Free Basics, where a certain level of Internet access is free for all. In an increasingly technological world, more businesses, services, and etc. have moved online. Without Internet access, it can be harder for people to search for and apply for jobs, access services from their bank, or complete work and school assignments. If the Internet is now considered to be a basic human right, shouldn’t it be free for all?

Could Free Access to the Internet Be Censored?

If current trends are any indication, the Internet could be free in the future, but further censored. In China, Russia, and Egypt, for example, the Internet is heavily censored. Popular social networking sites like Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram are banned in China. Other countries like India and Turkey also experience censorship, but to a lesser extent. Internet censorship hurts global businesses that rely on online marketing on social media sites, and further, hurts citizens by prohibiting certain freedoms. Could free access to Internet come at a price — not monetary — but instead at the expense of freedom? Only time will tell.

According to New York Times, Adups has not published a list of affected phones, so it is not clear how users can determine whether their phones are vulnerable. PSafe Total is able to detect this malware most of the time . Try running a scan for threats from your phone now.