Apple sues Israeli spyware firm NSO Group for surveillance of users

iPhone maker also seeks to ban firm behind Pegasus spyware from using any Apple software, services or devices

Apple has launched a lawsuit against NSO Group, the Israeli spyware company that was recently blacklisted by the Biden administration for acting contrary to the foreign policy and national security interests of the US".

The move marks a sharp turnaround for the technology giant, which previously downplayed the threat posed by the spyware, and underscores growing concern and frustration among technology companies about the proliferation of attacks against its customers.