Inside the shadowy cyber espionage world that's threatening democracies

Ron Deibert, founder of the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab and cybersecurity expert, reveals the alarming vulnerabilities of democracies in the face of cyber espionage. He discusses the controversial operations of the NSO Group, exploring ethical dilemmas tied to surveillance. Deibert emphasizes the emotional toll that these cyber threats cause to activists and civil society workers. He also calls for vigilance against both internal and external threats to democracy, highlighting the urgent need to protect individual rights amid increasing reliance on technology.