Sarah Graham

In this discussion, Sarah Graham, a researcher with the Atlantic Council’s Cyber Statecraft Initiative, dives into the murky waters of the global spyware market. She highlights the intriguing distinction between commercial spyware and state intelligence operations, pointing out the opacity created by resellers and brokers. Sarah also emphasizes the challenges of holding spyware firms accountable due to their evasive tactics. The conversation touches on the rising U.S. investment trends and the pressing need for transparency in this shadowy industry.

Jen Roberts, Associate Director at the Atlantic Council’s Cyber Statecraft Initiative, and Sarah Graham, Research Consultant at the same organization, dive into the complex world of commercial spyware. They explore the evolution of the spyware industry, highlighting the surge in U.S. investment and the geographic centers of major players like Israel and Italy. The guests also discuss the implications of 'strategic jurisdiction hopping' and corporate rebranding, which complicate tracking. Their insights shed light on the need for robust policy approaches in addressing spyware's growing influence.