United Kingdom - Ekhbary News Agency
New intelligence from the United Kingdom indicates a substantial global expansion in the deployment of advanced digital espionage tools. The report suggests that nearly 100 nations now possess commercial spyware that can infiltrate smartphones and computers, facilitating the theft of sensitive data. This figure represents a notable rise from earlier assessments, which estimated around 80 countries in 2023.
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