Clearview AI Settles Privacy Lawsuit for $50 Million

Clearview AI has settled a lawsuit over privacy violations by agreeing to a deal valued at over $50 million, where plaintiffs receive a 23% share in the company instead of traditional compensation. The settlement, approved by Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman, combines lawsuits from across the US, accusing Clearview of collecting facial images from social media to sell to various entities. While the settlement is seen as a 'creative solution' due to Clearview's financial constraints, critics, including activist groups in California, argue that it does not adequately protect individuals' rights or data privacy. The agreement includes significant changes to Clearview's practices, restricting database access and setting aside a fund for affected class members, highlighting the increasing legal scrutiny on tech companies regarding user privacy and biometric data.