How Apple Stalked a Spyware Alert to Its Source
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In this episode of The Big Tech Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into the unprecedented spyware alert that hit a wave of Apple users in August 2026, and how the company traced it back to a mercenary spyware operation. They unpack what the alert actually says, why this wave feels different, and how Apple’s threat notifications have quietly become a frontline tool against state-backed hacking. Along the way, they connect it to the broader market picture: Apple’s resilience amid the week’s tech selloff, with Microsoft and Meta down five percent, and why security investments are becoming a bigger part of big tech’s capex story. Lucas also explains why the spyware was likely delivered through a zero-click exploit, and what that means for everyday users. Luna brings her own take on whether Apple’s warnings are enough. Please note that this episode discusses a real-world security issue but avoids naming any specific government or agency. The episode also touches on the broader trend of tech giants absorbing AI startups like Relay, whose team just joined Google’s Chrome division.
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