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January 8, 2026
Founder of spyware maker pcTattletale pleads guilty to hacking and advertising surveillance software
Bryan Fleming, the founder of hacked stalkerware company pcTattletale, pleaded guilty to federal charges linked to the running of his now-defunct Michigan-based spyware company.
TL;DR
- Bryan Fleming, founder of pcTattletale, pleaded guilty to federal charges related to his spyware operation.
- Charges include computer hacking, selling surveillance software for unlawful uses, and conspiracy.
- The investigation was conducted by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) as part of a probe into consumer-grade surveillance software (stalkerware).
- pcTattletale advertised its spyware for illicit purposes, such as spying on spouses and partners.
- Fleming's operation generated over $600,000 in transactions by the end of 2021.
- pcTattletale was shut down in 2024 after a data breach exposed customer and victim information.
- Fleming was believed to be operating from his home in Michigan.
- This prosecution is seen as a significant win for privacy advocates.
- Fleming is awaiting sentencing later this year.
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