A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Coinbase for allegedly collecting biometric data without explicit consent, violating the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The complaint asserts that over 10,000 users have experienced harm due to this unauthorized practice. The plaintiffs are seeking $5,000 per violation as potential damages. This case highlights concerns surrounding data privacy and its implications for the cryptocurrency industry. Coinbase’s use of third-party vendors like Jumio and Onfido in user identity verification has further added fuel to the controversy. Key players include lead plaintiffs Scott Bernstein, Gina Greeder, and James Lonergan, who are pushing for legal action regarding this issue.