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Major Blow for T-Mobile: They've Already Confirmed It and Customers Can't Believe It

T-Mobile will have to assume a multimillion-dollar compensation for a mistake made that affected its customers

T-Mobile has just received a major blow that will deeply affect its finances. The company will face a multimillion-dollar compensation after a security breach. This error compromised the personal information of millions of users.

The company now faces a class-action lawsuit from its customers. They demand compensation for the damage caused by the massive data leak. T-Mobile has been forced to agree to pay $350 million in compensation, which will be distributed among those affected.

However, the amount of compensation will depend on several factors, such as the level of harm each person has suffered.

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The operator just took a hard hit | T-Mobile

The Reason for the Blow to T-Mobile

The scandal began when it was discovered that T-Mobile had suffered a data breach affecting 76 million users. Among the compromised data is very sensitive information. This includes names, addresses, phone numbers, birth dates, and even Social Security numbers.

This data can be used by cybercriminals to commit fraud and other crimes. This represents a serious risk to the personal security of those affected.

T-Mobile defended its position by arguing that there was no negligence on their part and denied having direct responsibility for the incident. Despite their efforts, the company had to accept a settlement to avoid a longer and more costly legal process. They agreed to pay one of the largest compensations in U.S. history.

The Distribution of the Compensation

The $350 million compensation will be distributed according to the type of harm suffered by those affected. This means that not all users will receive the same amount of money. The compensation will vary depending on each person's personal situation.

If you were a victim of fraud or identity theft as a result of the data breach, you could receive up to $25,000 in compensation. If you had to spend time resolving issues resulting from the attack, you will receive $25 for each hour lost.

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Many customers were affected by the security breach | T-Mobile

Those who had to miss work to solve problems caused by the breach will also receive compensation. It will depend on their regular hourly wage.

Additionally, people who resided in California on August 1, 2021, may receive additional compensation. It will vary between $25 and $100, depending on the magnitude of the harm suffered.

The Impact of the Fine for T-Mobile

This ruling represents a serious blow to T-Mobile. Not only has it had to pay an impressive sum of money, but it has also put its reputation as a telecommunications company at risk.

This type of security incident not only affects the company economically but also generates distrust among users. The fine imposed on T-Mobile is a reminder for other companies of the importance of implementing stricter security measures.

➡️ Consumer Affairs

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