
The Biden administration announced that six nations are joining efforts to restrict commercial spyware tools, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the U.S. government's strategy against cyberespionage. Spyware, a malicious software enabling hackers to spy on individuals, has prompted U.S. cyber investors to pledge to avoid its use, although some firms have conflicting histories in this regard.



Cyber investors announced voluntary commitments to countering the proliferation of spyware, but at least one of the firms — Paladin Capital — previously invested in an exploit maker. Scoop from @lorenzofb here: https://t.co/EMyufbG9ZF via @techcrunch tip @Techmeme
US Cyber Investors Pledge Spyware is Off Limits - With a Catch https://t.co/QPsY1wkOLd
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