The US has made new rules about spyware misuse. Now, if someone is caught misusing commercial spyware, they’ll face visa restrictions, as announced by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Last year, the US government, led by President Biden, said federal agencies can’t use spyware that might harm US security or foreign policy.
The US is worried about more and more people around the world misusing spyware. They say it supports things like stopping people from speaking freely and can lead to human rights problems. Misusing spyware can be bad for privacy, freedom of speech, and peaceful gatherings. It’s also seen as a threat to the safety of US workers.
The Secretary of State said the US is committed to protecting human rights and promises to punish those who misuse spyware. This goes along with the US’s belief in holding people responsible and looking out for human rights.
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