A jury has awarded WhatsApp $167 million in punitive damages against Israel-based NSO Group for exploiting a software vulnerability that compromised the phones of thousands of users. The verdict, reached on Tuesday, also included $444 million in compensatory damages and is seen as a significant win for privacy advocates who have criticized NSO’s practices. WhatsApp’s lawsuit, initiated in 2019, highlighted a clickless exploit that targeted around 1,400 mobile phones of various high-profile individuals, allowing NSO to install its spyware, Pegasus, without the target needing to answer a call.
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Panasonic’s 65-inch OLED TV is a great Father’s Day deal at $997
Panasonic's 65-inch Z85 OLED TV, featuring built-in Amazon Fire TV software, is currently priced at $997.99, a significant 45% discount from its original price of $1,799.99. The TV includes advanced features like HDMI 2.1 ports, Dolby Vision, HDR10 Plus, and support for variable refresh rates, making it an attractive option for gamers. Additionally, a bundle deal is available for $999.99, which includes a wireless neck speaker. Full Article
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