Amazon sued for collecting biometric data without notice in NYC stores
A class action lawsuit alleges that Amazon.com, Inc. collects biometric identifier information from customers entering its New York City stores without posting the required notice signs. The complaint, filed in the Southern District of New York, claims Amazon uses facial recognition or other biometric characteristics to identify customers in violation of the NYC Biometric Identifier Information Law. The lawsuit seeks statutory damages and injunctive relief.
- Organisation involved
- Amazon.com, Inc.
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