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Politician's Phone Hacked
A European politician had their phone hacked using Pegasus spyware. This incident is significant because the politician was investigating the spyware industry at the time. The hacking was done by a government customer of NSO Group, the company behind Pegasus. This raises concerns about the use of spyware to target individuals who are working to hold the industry accountable. The incident highlights the need for greater oversight and regulation of the spyware industry. It also underscores the risks faced by individuals who are working to expose abuses of power and technology.
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