Investor behind spyware firm NSO hit by internal bust-up

The London-based private equity firm which owns NSO Group, a controversial spyware provider, has been hit by an internal bust-up between its partners that has cast doubt among investors about its future leadership.

Sky News has learnt that Novalpina Capital, which was set up just four years ago, is embroiled in a dispute that will determine whether Stephen Peel, its high-profile founder, remains at the helm.