Overview

• A class-action lawsuit against Apple over the misuse of AirTags for stalking can proceed, as ruled by a judge in San Francisco.
• The lawsuit includes claims from over three dozen individuals alleging Apple failed to mitigate the risks of AirTags being used for stalking.
• Apple argues that it has implemented safety features to prevent misuse, including alerts and sounds to indicate the presence of an unknown AirTag.
• The plaintiffs seek punitive damages, highlighting severe consequences including multiple murders linked to AirTag tracking.
• Apple is also collaborating with Google to develop standards for alerting Android users about tracking devices.