"Pegasus spyware maker ends contract with UAE after UK high court's hacking ruling," 7 Oct 2021

The Israeli manufacturer of Pegasus spyware said Thursday it had terminated its contract with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the wake of a ruling by England's high court that Dubai's ruler hacked his ex-wife's phone using the software...

"Whenever a suspicion of a misuse arises, NSO investigates, NSO alerts, NSO terminates. NSO is proud to prove its commitment to protect human rights," the company's statement read.

"NSO did not hesitate to shut down systems of past customers, worth above $300M. As The Honorable Court recognized -- NSO chooses ethical standards over revenues.

"The Court expressed its appreciation of NSO's cooperation which was given although NSO is not within the jurisdiction of the court."...

In a statement Wednesday, Sheikh Mohammed contested the judgment, saying it was based on "an incomplete picture."