Tech giants messing up is nothing new, but AT&T just took “we’re sorry” to a whole new level of financial compensation.

In a wild turn of events that sounds like a Silicon Valley fever dream, AT&T is offering up to $7,500 in cash payments to customers impacted by not one, but two massive data breaches in 2024.

The Digital Disaster Zone

Imagine waking up to find your personal data casually hanging out on the dark web - that’s exactly what happened to 73 million AT&T customers. The first breach, discovered in March 2024, exposed Social Security numbers and customer information dating back to 2019. Talk about a privacy nightmare.

Show Me the Money

Here’s the tea: if you were caught in these digital crosshairs, you could be eligible for some serious cash. Customers affected by the March breach can claim up to $5,000, while those impacted by the July breach could snag $2,500. Pro tip? If you were hit by both breaches, you might walk away with a cool $7,500.

The Fine Print

Before you start planning your luxury vacation, there’s a catch. You’ll need to document your losses and prove they’re directly connected to these breaches. The deadline to file is November 18, so set those calendar reminders, tech fam.

AT&T, in true corporate fashion, denies responsibility but agreed to the settlement “to avoid the expense and uncertainty of protracted litigation”. Translation: they’d rather pay up than deal with a legal circus.

Remember, there’s no guarantee of a massive payout, but hey - free money is free money, right?