US appeals court voids Google 'cookie' privacy settlement that paid users nothing

By

Class-action settlement meant to resolve privacy invasion claims struck down.

US appeals court voids Google 'cookie' privacy settlement that paid users nothing
A federal appeals court on Tuesday struck down Google's class-action settlement meant to resolve claims it invaded the privacy of millions of computer users by installing "cookies" in their browsers, but paying those users nothing for their troubles. In a 3-0 decision, the 3rd US Circuit Court ...

Hi! You've reached one of our premium articles. This is available exclusively to subscribers.

It's free to register, and only takes a few minutes.

Once you sign up you'll have unlimited access to the full catalogue of Australia's best business IT content, as well as a daily news bulletin delivered straight to your inbox.

Register now
Got a news tip for our journalists? Share it with us anonymously here.
Tags:

Most Read Articles

CBA using facial recognition logins to verify disputed payments

CBA using facial recognition logins to verify disputed payments

nib develops Cortex-powered AI to streamline data migration

nib develops Cortex-powered AI to streamline data migration

Australia takes another step toward a central bank digital currency

Australia takes another step toward a central bank digital currency

ANZ's group executive of technology Gerard Florian to retire

ANZ's group executive of technology Gerard Florian to retire

Log In

  |  Forgot your password?