Siri Scandal: Apple’s $95 Million Settlement for Eavesdropping Mishap!
Apple agrees to cough up $95 million to settle a lawsuit over Siri’s accidental eavesdropping. Apparently, Siri’s hobby of recording private chats and tattling to marketers was a bit too much. Users can claim up to $20 per device, or just enjoy the irony of Siri accidentally activating at the worst moments.
Hot Take:
Apple’s Siri has been outed as the nosiest AI assistant since HAL 9000, and now it’s costing them a cool $95 million. If only Siri had been programmed to whisper, “Your secret’s safe with me,” instead of playing matchmaker between our private chats and advertisers. Maybe next time, Siri, just pass the popcorn and enjoy the show without blabbing about it.
Key Points:
- Apple agrees to a $95 million settlement over allegations that Siri recorded private conversations without consent.
- The lawsuit accuses Apple of violating the federal Wiretap Act and California’s Invasion of Privacy Act.
- Settlement could pay class members up to $20 per device, with additional compensation for plaintiffs.
- Apple must delete unauthorized Siri recordings and improve user data protection disclosures.
- Preliminary approval hearing scheduled for February 14, 2025, with a claims submission deadline in June 2025.
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