Spyware Scandal: EU Funds Fueling Surveillance Firms Sparks Outrage
An army of 39 MEPs is demanding answers on why EU subsidies are slipping into spyware companies’ pockets. They’re not just raising eyebrows; they’re raising the stakes, questioning governance, transparency, and accountability. With Europe accidentally funding “Spies ‘R’ Us,” the call for transparency over EU funds has never been louder.
Hot Take:
Well, this is awkward. It’s like finding out your grandma is secretly funding a biker gang, but the gang specializes in spyware instead of leather jackets. The European Union, known for its love of croissants and bureaucracy, is now in the spotlight for allegedly throwing taxpayer money at companies that produce spyware. It’s like buying a guard dog only to find out it’s been giving the spare key to the burglars. Let’s just say, some MEPs are none too pleased.
Key Points:
- 39 MEPs demand answers about EU subsidies ending up with spyware companies.
- Investigations reveal funds funneled to companies implicated in unlawful surveillance.
- MEPs request transparency and alignment with human rights and digital resilience.
- PEGA inquiry brands spyware use as a “European Watergate.”
- Calls for a ban on commercial spyware in the EU are gaining momentum.