Barcelona Emerges as a Notorious Hub for Spyware Startups
Barcelona is rapidly becoming a center for spyware startups, drawing attention from security researchers and industry experts. Companies like Palm Beach Networks, linked to former NSO Group personnel, are setting up operations in the city, citing favorable living conditions and tax benefits. Concerns grow over the implications for European privacy standards, especially in light of Spain's past with surveillance technologies. Activists warn that this trend could exacerbate existing abuses of power and corruption. With over 500 cybersecurity companies operating, Barcelona's startup scene is thriving, but the influx of spyware firms raises significant ethical questions.
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