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Nintendo Sued By Fans Who Want Tariff Refunds
Two Nintendo customers have filed a proposed class action lawsuit seeking to compel Nintendo to pass on tariff refunds to consumers. The plaintiffs allege that Nintendo recouped tariff costs through higher prices and would receive a windfall if they claim the refund. The lawsuit could set a precedent for similar actions against Sony and Microsoft, who also raised hardware prices.
PC rental company accused of "scamming" customers settles class-action lawsuit for $3.4m
PC rental company NZXT has settled a class-action lawsuit for $3.45 million over its Flex PC rental program. Customers alleged the program was a "bait-and-switch" scheme, providing lower-quality components than advertised and misrepresenting terms like ownership and cancellation fees. The settlement includes debt forgiveness, a cash fund, and PC retention relief, awaiting final judge approval.
NZXT class action lawsuit settlement includes $3 million in damages, and some buyers will get to keep their rented PCs
A proposed settlement has been preliminarily approved for a class action lawsuit against NZXT concerning its Flex PC rental program. The settlement includes approximately $3.45 million in damages, with over $1.2 million allocated for users to keep their rented PCs. The lawsuit alleged fraud and misrepresentation in the program's advertising and contracts.
PS5 Players Could Get Compensation as Sony Slammed for Monopolistic Practices in UK Court
Sony is facing a £2 billion class-action lawsuit in the UK accusing the company of monopolistic practices related to digital game sales on the PlayStation 5. The lawsuit argues that Sony's closed ecosystem unfairly limits consumer choice and could result in compensation for up to 12.2 million UK players if Sony loses. The company defends its model by citing security risks of open storefronts and its low hardware profit margins.
Meta hit with a class action lawsuit over smart glasses' privacy claims
Meta is facing a class action lawsuit alleging false advertising regarding the privacy features of its AI-powered smart glasses. The suit claims that Meta misled users about how footage captured by the glasses is handled, including reports of human contractors reviewing sensitive user data. Meta confirmed that data can be shared with contractors for AI improvement but stated steps are taken to protect privacy.