Oracle Settles Suit Over Data Tracking With $115 Million Deal

Tech giant Oracle has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit for $115 million over allegations that it tracked consumer activity both online and offline, Cora Lewis reported for the Associated Press (AP).

The lawsuit alleges Oracle captured, compiled, and sold individuals’ data to third parties without their consent. I Photo: Håkan Dahlström Flickr

The lawsuit alleges Oracle captured, compiled, and sold individuals’ data to third parties without their consent. Oracle maintains its practices were lawful, that it disclosed its activities, and it admitted no wrongdoing.

Under the class-action settlement, Oracle will pay $115 million to establish a settlement fund, and anyone residing in the United States from August 19, 2018, to the present who was affected may be eligible to file a claim.

The fund will also cover up to $28.75 million for attorneys’ fees and other costs. All valid claimants will receive the same amount of money, which is dependent on how many people file claims.

If you browsed the web, used geolocation services, or made in-store purchases electronically during the six-year period addressed in the settlement, you may be eligible.