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Messenger Users Can Proceed With Biometric Privacy Claim Against Meta
AppWizard
September 20, 2024

Messenger Users Can Proceed With Biometric Privacy Claim Against Meta

A federal judge has refused to dismiss a class-action complaint against Meta Platforms, alleging unlawful collection of biometric data from Illinois residents using the Messenger and Messenger Kids apps. The ruling, by U.S. District Court Judge Nancy Rosenstengel, highlights concerns over data privacy and claims that Meta violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) by not obtaining proper consent for biometric data collection. Meta intends to defend its practices, asserting compliance with laws regarding data collection and privacy. The case could set a precedent for tech companies' handling of user data and may encourage stricter privacy legislation in other states.
Facebook Messenger, Messenger Kids Class Action to Move Forward
AppWizard
September 20, 2024

Facebook Messenger, Messenger Kids Class Action to Move Forward

Meta Platforms Inc. is facing a federal court ruling allowing a class action lawsuit to proceed, which alleges that the Facebook Messenger and Messenger Kids applications improperly collected and retained biometric identifiers, violating the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). Judge Nancy J. Rosenstengel determined that the plaintiffs have sufficiently articulated their claims regarding the scanning of users’ facial geometries. Despite Meta's arguments that the facial scans do not fall under BIPA, the court found the allegations warranted further examination.
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