Apple to Pay $95 Million in Siri Privacy Lawsuit: Millions of Users Could Get Paid

Apple to Pay $95 Million in Siri Privacy Lawsuit Millions of Americans may be eligible for compensation in a settlement reached between Apple and a group of users who alleged that the company's virtual assistant, Siri, was recording their private conversations without their knowledge or consent. The lawsuit, filed in 2021, claimed Siri was listening in on private and confidential conversations even when the virtual assistant had not been activated. Apple denied the allegations, but ultimately agreed to a $95 million settlement. "This settlement provides a measure of justice for those whose privacy was violated," said one of the lawyers representing the plaintiffs. The settlement includes a claims process for eligible individuals who owned Siri-enabled Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, and Apple Watches, during the past decade. Those who experienced unintended Siri activation during a private conversation can file a claim for up to $100 per device, but the maximum compensation is limited to five devices. While millions could potentially benefit from this settlement, the payout is unlikely to significantly impact Apple's massive financial resources. Still, the settlement serves as a reminder of the importance of data privacy and the potential consequences of neglecting user privacy concerns. The case highlights the need for tech companies to ensure their virtual assistants are not inadvertently collecting sensitive personal information.