Siri Spying Settlement: Apple to Pay Millions to Users
Apple to pay millions to users whose private conversations were recorded by Siri.
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Siri Spying Settlement: Apple to Pay Millions to Users
Apple has agreed to pay a substantial $95 million settlement to users whose private conversations were inadvertently recorded by its voice assistant, Siri. This landmark settlement, following allegations of human employees overhearing sensitive conversations, marks a significant step forward in the ongoing battle for digital privacy. The Case Against Apple The lawsuit stemmed from a 2019 Guardian report that revealed Apple contractors were routinely exposed to highly sensitive information, including medical records, drug deals, and even intimate recordings, while reviewing Siri interactions for quality control. While Siri is designed to be activated by a specific wake word, whistleblowers claimed accidental triggers were frequent, with everyday sounds like zippers or sneezes mistakenly activating the voice assistant. The Settlement and its Implications The proposed settlement, which still requires judicial approval, could provide eligible US-based Apple product owners with up to $20 per d…
