Class Action

Plaid’s Collection of Biometric Data for Cryptocurrency Companies

Class Action

Plaid’s Collection of Biometric Data for Cryptocurrency Companies


Case Name (Date)

Wilhelm et al. v. Plaid, Inc.
24-cv-1242, N.D. Ill.
(Feb. 2024)


Product/Service

Plaid’s collection of biometric data for cryptocurrency companies, including Banxa, Binance, Coinbase, Gemini, and Kraken


Allegations

Requiring users to upload selfies and photos from state-issued IDs when opening cryptocurrency accounts without adequately disclosing why and how long it would be collecting, storing, and using their biometric data, such as facial geometry scans


Status

Pending



The Latest

Filters

Stellantis Steers Away from Deceptive Made in USA Claims

Press Release

Stellantis Steers Away from Deceptive Made in USA Claims

MADISON, CONN. April 9, 2025 — Dutch automaker Stellantis has paused its new “American Born” campaign after getting called out by consumer advocacy organization truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org). Released in the wake…


Show More