Welcome to EduInvesting, where privacy breaches turn into paisa, and even your iPhone’s eavesdropping habits can fund your next pizza party. Today’s breaking story?
Apple is paying up to ₹8,500 per person in the US over a Siri privacy lawsuit. Yes, you might just get paid because Siri was a little too nosy.
Let’s break it down faster than you can say, “Hey Siri, did you record my break-up?”
💰 What’s the Deal?
Apple has agreed to a $95 million (~₹790 crore) settlement after being sued for allegedly recording people via Siri without their permission. Yes, turns out Siri was listening when you ranted about your boss, your ex, or your crypto losses.
“Siri, why am I getting ₹8,500?”
“Because I betrayed your trust, but hey—cash heals all wounds.”
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The Lawsuit Backstory:
Back in 2019, users alleged that:
- Siri was activating without command
- It was recording private conversations
- Those audio clips were sent to third-party contractors
Apple said, “We didn’t do anything wrong,” but also said, “Let’s just settle and move on.”
Translation: “We deny it… but here’s some money anyway.”
🧐 Who Can Claim This ₹8,500?
If you:
✅ Used Siri between Sept 17, 2014 – Dec 31, 2024
✅ Own an Apple device like:
- iPhone
- iPad
- MacBook
- Apple Watch
- Apple TV
- HomePod
✅ Ever accidentally
