Tech giant, Apple set to pay $95 million to settle a high-profile class-action lawsuit that accused the company of violating users’ privacy through its voice assistant, Siri.
The lawsuit alleges that between the years 2014 and 2024, Siri-enabled devices such as iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs inadvertently recorded users’ private conversations. These recordings reportedly included sensitive information such as medical discussions, confidential business transactions, and even personal and intimate moments—captured without the users’ knowledge or consent due to accidental voice activations.
This unexpected surveillance raised major concerns over consumer data protection and transparency, leading to the class-action suit. The settlement aims to compensate users who were potentially affected by these privacy violations. Under the terms of the settlement, eligible consumers may receive up to $20 per Siri-enabled device, with a maximum payout of $100 for individuals who used multiple devices during the affected period.
To qualify for compensation, users must have used a Siri-enabled Apple device between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024. Legal experts suggest that this settlement could set a precedent for future lawsuits concerning smart devices and AI-powered assistants, emphasizing the importance of responsible tech development and ethical data practices.
The case also highlights the growing public demand for accountability from tech companies handling vast amounts of user data in the age of artificial intelligence and voice-activated ser
vices.