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Spyware Scandal: Why the EU’s Privacy Problem Just Keeps Getting Worse
The Pegasus scandal isn’t just history – it’s a cautionary tale. Despite the uproar, the spyware industry is thriving. Civil societies are now urging the EU to impose a total ban, arguing that spyware is fundamentally incompatible with privacy. Can we really regulate a tool…
Hot Take:
If spyware were a character in a spy movie, it would be the overzealous agent who just won’t quit – even when the entire world is telling them to take a chill pill and maybe find a new hobby. It’s time for EU regulators to channel their inner James Bond and banish this rogue agent for good.
Key Points:
- A group of civil societies has called for an EU-wide ban on spyware.
- Spyware is highly invasive and difficult to detect, posing a significant threat to privacy.
- The Pegasus scandal exemplifies the widespread misuse of spyware tools globally.
- Spyware’s ease of use makes it a tool for governments, companies, and even criminals.
- Current regulations are insufficient to mitigate the societal harm posed by spyware.
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