Biden administration announces initiative to curb spread of offensive cyber tools. U.S. and several allies have aligned to create stricter criteria around the export of certain cyber tools, particularly those that end up in the hands of authoritarian regimes. New initiative recognizes that “authoritarian governments increasingly are using surveillance tools and other related technologies in connection with serious human rights abuses” Canada, France, the Netherlands and the Netherlands have expressed support for the initiative. Cybersecurity experts say this effort could be effective in reducing the offensive cyber-tool market.”]
Source: https://www.govinfosecurity.com/us-allies-to-tighten-export-controls-on-cyber-tools-a-18113