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Explain this story: Apple's $1.25M gift card scam settlement could pay Canadians who lost money to phone fraudsters since 2016
Apple has agreed to a $1.25 million class-action settlement for Canadians who lost money to gift card scams since 2016. The lawsuit alleges Apple could have done more to prevent fraudsters from redeeming iTunes, App Store, or Apple Music gift cards obtained through imposter scams. While Apple denies wrongdoing, eligible Canadians who never received a full refund may receive partial compensation once the settlement is approved and a distribution protocol is established.
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Apple has agreed to a $1.25 million class-action settlement for Canadians who lost money to gift card scams since 2016. The lawsuit alleges Apple could have done more to prevent fraudsters from redeeming iTunes, App Store, or Apple Music gift cards obtained through imposter scams. While Apple denies wrongdoing, eligible Canadians who never received a full refund may receive partial compensation once the settlement is approved and a distribution protocol is established.
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Published Sep 25, 2026, 14:00 ET · on this site +1d 11h