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Podcast: Europe Talks Back
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Spyware scandal in Italy: journalists, activists, and government denial

Category: News & Politics
Duration: 00:04:47
Publish Date: 2025-02-06 10:57:36
Description:

When WhatsApp alerts you that military-grade spyware hacked your phone, it’s not just paranoia, it’s reality. At least seven people in Italy, including journalists and activists, and another 83 people in more than 24 countries were targeted using Israeli-made spyware. 

The Italian government denies involvement, but questions remain: Who ordered the hacks? And what does this mean for press freedom and privacy in Europe?



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Production: By Europod, in co production with Sphera Network.

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