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The FBI has been accused of using NSO Group's spyware to track suspects in Mexico, despite Biden's ban on the use of commercial spyware. It claims it was misled by a private contractor.

The order does not include a list of specific spyware apps or companies that have been banned by the Biden Administration. However, a number of government employees have had spyware placed on devices.

Apple is adding a new feature called Lockdown Mode to its upcoming mobile and desktop operating systems. It will offer very high protection against state-sponsored malware developed by firms.

NSO Group software has allegedly been used against U.S. State Department employees based in or related to Uganda. It's not clear yet who was responsible for deploying the software though.

Apple has decided to sue NSO Group and its parent company for using exploits to spy on Apple users. The number of people targeted by NSO Group was small but they held sensitive occupations.

The UN has called for a moratorium on the sale or transfer of life-threatening surveillance technology until a framework has been established to ensure such technology preserves human rights.