AT&T Begins $177 Million Payout Over Data Breach Settlement

AT&T agreed to pay $177 million to settle claims from two data breaches in 2019 and 2024 that affected about 110 million customers. More than 4.9 million customers filed claims; payouts could arrive by early 2027 if the court grants final approval.

• The 2019 and 2024 breaches affected roughly 110 million AT&T customers
• Claimants with documented losses can get up to $7,500 for both breaches
• Over 3.7 million filers without documentation will receive $6.50 to $40
• AT&T can appeal until Nov. 2; payouts follow within 60 days of final approval