Google Assistant Settles $68M Privacy Claim, Emails Sent
TL;DR. Google issued emails to settle a $68 million privacy lawsuit regarding its Assistant's data collection practices, allowing users to claim their share. - The settlement resolves claims that Google illegally recorded user conversations with its Assistant. - Eligible users do not need to provide proof of monetary damages to receive a payment from the fund. - Payments are expected to be up to $40 per user, with distribution handled by a third-party administrator.
- Google Assistant users are receiving emails to claim a share of a $68 million privacy settlement.
- The lawsuit alleged Google recorded conversations without consent, violating privacy laws.
- Eligible individuals can claim up to $40 without proving financial harm, if they interacted with Assistant between 2018 and 2020.
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- Check your spam folder: Google’s $68M Assistant settlement emails are going out now — androidauthority.com