The spyware market in the EU presents a significant challenge for regulators, civil society, and industry stakeholders. Despite growing awareness and some regulatory efforts, the EU has not done enough to curb the proliferation and abuse of spyware. Weak enforcement, export control loopholes, and lack of accountability have allowed the market to thrive. This workshop will assess the state of spyware production, trade, and use in the EU, exploring potential regulatory interventions at the EU level. Experts, policymakers, and civil society representatives will come together for an interactive roundtable, designed to encourage dialogue between regulators, industry representatives, and civil society experts. The session will: - Discuss the scale and structure of the spyware market in the EU, focusing on domestic production, intra-EU trade, and third-country imports. - Highlight challenges in regulation, enforcement, oversight, and accountability of spyware abuses. - Identify opportunities for a stronger, rights-respecting EU regulatory framework.