The U.S. is trying to unravel a hacking plot that targeted climate activists

The U.S. accuses Israeli private investigator Amit Forlit of orchestrating a hacking campaign targeting American climate activists. Extradition hearings were held in London, alleging the hacking was ordered by a lobbying firm working for ExxonMobil, which both deny. The hacking aimed to discredit climate litigation advocates and was part of a sophisticated operation spanning continents. Forlit faces charges of conspiracy to commit computer hacking, wire fraud, and more. Climate activists targeted by hackers believe the goal was to disrupt efforts to fight climate change by intimidating advocates.

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