Fidelity Investments reaches $2.5M settlement over 2024 data breach
Fidelity Investments has agreed to a $2.5 million class action settlement following a 2024 data breach. Eligible claimants may receive up to $5,000.
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By New York Post on May 15, 2026 at 12:24 PM EDT
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May 15, 2026 at 8:22 PM EDT
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Fidelity Investments has agreed to a $2.5 million class action settlement.
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The settlement stems from a data breach that took place in 2024.
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Eligible claimants may receive up to $5,000 in compensation.
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Affected individuals must submit a claim to qualify for a payout.
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The breach involved personal data held by Fidelity Investments.
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4 days ago
Fidelity Investments makes $2.5M class action settlement — see if you qualify for $5K payout
“The New York Post frames the story around consumer eligibility, emphasizing the maximum individual payout and steps to file a claim.”
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Fidelity Investments class action settlement: You may qualify for $5,000
“FOX 8 Cleveland leads with the $5,000 figure as a reader-service hook, focusing on how local viewers can determine their eligibility.”
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Fidelity Investments settlement: You may qualify for some money back
“WKBN Youngstown takes a measured tone, presenting the settlement as a general reimbursement opportunity without emphasizing the maximum dollar amount.”
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Fidelity $2.5M data breach settlement: See if you qualify
“FOX 5 DC anchors the story in the total settlement figure and provides a practical guide to the claims process.”
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Fidelity Investments makes $2.5M class action settlement — see if you qualify for $5K payout
May 15, 12:24 PM
Fidelity Investments class action settlement: You may qualify for $5,000
May 15, 2:43 PM
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