The Israeli spyware company NSO Group has been ordered to pay nearly $170 million to WhatsApp following a lawsuit over hacking activities. The case stems from a 2019 incident where NSO’s Pegasus spyware was used to hack into user accounts. Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, won the damages in a significant victory against the cyberintelligence firm. The ruling highlights the growing legal challenges faced by companies involved in the development and deployment of surveillance technologies. This case underscores the importance of safeguarding digital privacy and holding accountable those who exploit vulnerabilities for malicious purposes.
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