NSO Group

NSO Group is an Israeli technology firm known for developing and selling Pegasus, a sophisticated spyware capable of infiltrating mobile phones and extracting data. The company is newsworthy due to ongoing controversies surrounding the use of its software for surveillance purposes. Recent events include a UK court ordering Saudi Arabia to pay damages to a London-based dissident whose phone was targeted with Pegasus. Additionally, a Spanish court has again shelved its investigation into the use of Pegasus to target Spanish ministers, citing a lack of cooperation from Israeli authorities. These developments highlight the continued scrutiny and legal challenges faced by NSO Group and the governments that utilize its technology, raising concerns about privacy, human rights, and international relations. The alleged use of Pegasus to spy on journalists, activists, and government officials underscores its significant impact on global security and civil liberties.