By Canada Express News
-August 21, 2022
JERUSALEM: Israeli spyware company NSO Group said on Sunday that Chief Executive Shalev Hulio will step down with immediate effect, with Chief Operating Officer Yaron Shohat appointed to oversee a reorganization of the company before appointing a successor.
A source at the company confirmed that about 100 employees will be laid off as part of the company’s reorganization, and that Shohat will lead the company until the board of directors appoints a new CEO.
The surveillance company, which makes Pegasus software, faces legal action after allegations that its tools have been misused by governments and other agencies to hack into mobile phones.
NSO has said its technology is intended to capture terrorists, pedophiles and hardened criminals and is being sold to “veiled and legitimate” government clients, though it keeps its client list confidential.
“The company’s products continue to be in high demand among governments and law enforcement agencies because of their advanced technology and proven ability to help these customers fight crime and terror,” Shohat said in a statement.
“NSO will ensure that the company’s breakthrough technologies are used for lawful and dignified purposes,” he added.
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