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Feb 2024
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Stalkerware apps PhoneSpector and Highst...

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The makers of two phone surveillance services appear to have shuttered after the owner agreed to settle state accusations of illegally promoting spyware that his companies developed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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