You could get $100 from Google’s new $135 million settlement — here’s who qualifies
Google may pay $100 to eligible users as part of settlements totaling $135 million regarding data collection and Google Assistant recordings.Summary
Google is facing potential payouts of $100 million to $135 million due to two proposed class-action lawsuit settlements. One lawsuit alleges that Google’s Android operating system collected users’ cellular data without consent, even when apps were closed or location sharing was disabled, for targeted advertising. Google denies wrongdoing, stating it was a mischaracterization of standard industry practices. The second lawsuit claims Google’s Assistant recorded and shared private conversations after activation for advertising purposes. If approved by a judge, the settlements could provide around $100 to each eligible class member who purchased Google devices since May 18, 2016. Google maintains it has not engaged in any wrongdoing but is pursuing settlements to resolve the cases. No payments will be distributed until judicial approval is granted.
(Source：The Economic Times)