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NSO Group accused of new WhatsApp targeting by Meta

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NSO Group is once again facing scrutiny from Meta for allegedly exploiting WhatsApp to target individuals. This marks a renewed conflict between the two companies, following previous accusations of NSO Group's spyware being used to surveil journalists and activists. The specific details of the alleged targeting and the methods used are not fully disclosed, but the situation highlights ongoing concerns about the misuse of surveillance technology. AI

IMPACT Highlights ongoing concerns about the misuse of surveillance technology and its potential impact on user privacy and security.

RANK_REASON This is a report of alleged misuse of a surveillance tool, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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NSO Group accused of new WhatsApp targeting by Meta

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