Coinbase Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Biometric Privacy Violations
- Coinbase is sued in Illinois for alleged violations of the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA).
- The lawsuit was filed by Scott Bernstein, Gina Greider, and James Lonergan.
- Allegations include collecting facial scans without user consent during registration.
- No clear policy on data storage or destruction was provided to users.
- Potential fines could reach up to $5,000 per violation if deemed willful.
The lawsuit against Coinbase highlights significant privacy concerns within the cryptocurrency sector, particularly regarding the handling of biometric data without user consent or transparency.
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