Ice obtains access to Israel-made spyware that can hack phones and encrypted apps | AI News Digest
The Trump administration has authorized a contract with Paragon Solutions, an Israeli spyware company, granting ICE access to advanced hacking tools capable of infiltrating mobile phones and encrypted applications. This decision has raised concerns among civil and human rights advocates, who argue that such technology could violate due process rights. The spyware, known as Graphite, allows users to track individuals, read messages, and access information on encrypted platforms like WhatsApp. While Paragon claims to only work with democracies and has a no-tolerance policy for misuse, the potential for abuse remains significant. Experts warn that the use of such invasive technology poses risks to individual liberties and could lead to further spyware scandals.
