Google dismantles massive proxy network that turned 9 million Android phones into data relays

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Summary:
- Google has taken down a massive proxy network that was used to generate fraudulent ad revenue, earning over $9 million in the process.
- The network consisted of over 15,000 websites and mobile apps that were designed to trick users into clicking on ads, generating revenue for the operators.
- Google's security team was able to identify and dismantle the network, preventing further exploitation of its advertising platforms.

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