🕵️♂️ FTM follow the money notes rising alarm over EU-funded spyware projects. Despite millions in subsidies, concerns mount about surveillance tech being repurposed for state spying & rights abuses. Can transparency keep pace with innovation? 👀
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Spyware industry pockets EU subsidies while snooping on its citizens
The widespread use of commercial spyware for unlawful surveillance across Europe has raised alarm – but the funding of such tools has largely gone under the radar. Follow the Money can reveal how millions in EU subsidies and taxpayer money in member states are supporting an industry criticised for undermining democracy and freedom of speech.
Mercenary spyware is evolving into a global privacy nightmare—advanced tools like Pegasus are targeting individuals worldwide. How much protection can Apple’s Lockdown Mode really offer? Discover the hidden battle over your data.
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