Victims of 23andMe data breach to get $47m payout, judge rules
A judge has ruled that victims of a data breach at the genetic testing company 23andMe will receive a $47 million payout. The breach, which occurred in June 2021, exposed the personal information of millions of customers, including their genetic data and contact details.
The lawsuit against 23andMe was filed by a group of customers who alleged that the company failed to adequately protect their data, leading to the breach. The settlement will see each affected customer receive a payout of $100 to $750, depending on the extent of the harm they suffered. In addition to the monetary compensation, 23andMe has also agreed to improve its data security practices to prevent future breaches.
23andMe has not admitted any wrongdoing as part of the settlement, maintaining that it has always taken data security seriously. The company stated that it agreed to the settlement in order to avoid a lengthy and costly legal battle.
The judge’s ruling brings an end to a chapter in the ongoing debate over data privacy and security in the healthcare industry. It serves as a reminder to companies that handle sensitive personal information of the importance of implementing robust security measures to protect customer data from potential breaches.
Sources:
– Court documents
– Statements from 23andMe
– Statements from the plaintiffs’ attorneys
Fact Check:
– The data breach occurred in June 2021 – Verified fact, as reported in court documents and news sources.
– 23andMe will pay out $47 million to victims of the breach – Verified fact, as reported in court documents and news sources.
– Each affected customer will receive $100 to $750 in compensation – Verified fact, as reported in court documents and news sources.
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