Tal Dilian and Intellexa convicted in Greece amid international sanctions

Tal Dilian, the founder of Intellexa, was recently convicted in a Greek court alongside three other individuals regarding their involvement in the Predator spyware scandal. Despite Dilian's public claims that his company strictly sells surveillance software to government authorities and law enforcement, he remains under intense scrutiny. The United States Department of the Treasury has officially designated Dilian as a key architect of the Intellexa network, imposing sanctions on him and his affiliated companies for the use of commercial spyware against American officials, journalists, and political analysts. While three other individuals were removed from the U.S. sanctions list in late 2025, Dilian remains subject to these measures. Legal proceedings in Greece have concluded with criminal convictions rather than mere administrative fines. Dilian has consistently maintained his position regarding the company's client base for several years. The case continues to attract international attention due to the broader implications of private surveillance software usage.