Spyware maker Paragon canceled contracts with Italy over the government's refusal to investigate a journalist's spyware attack.
Paragon claims it offered a solution for Italy to determine if its system was used against the journalist but terminated contracts when Italian authorities did not proceed with it.
The Italian government rebuffed Paragon's remarks, stating the decision to suspend and terminate the contract was mutual, citing concerns over national security and confidentiality.
The spyware scandal involves Paragon, WhatsApp, and Italian intelligence agencies, with ongoing investigations and disputes regarding targeted individuals and their activities.