Google Settles $68 Million Lawsuit Over Voice Assistant Recordings
Google has agreed to pay $68 million to settle a lawsuit alleging that its voice-activated assistant recorded and shared users’ private conversations without their consent.
Who is at risk
Users of Google Assistant devices who may have had their conversations recorded without their knowledge.
What to watch for
Unexpected activations of voice assistants and receiving targeted ads that seem related to private conversations.
What to do
Review and adjust your device’s privacy settings to control when and how voice assistants are activated.