Settlement in 23andMe data breach class-action proposed at about $4.49M
A $4.49 million settlement has been proposed for Canadians affected by the 2023 23andMe data breach.Summary
A proposed class-action settlement of approximately $4.49 million CAD (equivalent to $3.25 million USD) has been reached with 23andMe regarding a data breach that impacted nearly 320,000 Canadians. The breach, which occurred between April and October 2023, compromised highly sensitive personal data, including health information, race, ethnicity, and family details. Eligible customers who received notification of the breach and can document expenses incurred as a result may receive up to $2,500, while those who qualify but do not submit proof of expenses will receive approximately $17.77. The settlement is subject to approval by both United States and Canadian bankruptcy courts, as 23andMe filed for bankruptcy in March. 23andMe denies any wrongdoing, stating the settlement is a compromise and not an admission of guilt. Legal fees, amounting to 33 percent of the total, will be deducted from the settlement fund.
(Source：SooToday)