Google to Pay $135 Million to Resolve the Android Data Transfer Lawsuit

Group 1 - Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL) is involved in a proposed class action lawsuit regarding unauthorized data collection through its Android operating system, agreeing to pay $135 million to resolve the issue, pending judicial approval [2] - The lawsuit claims that user data was collected even when devices were locked or location sharing was disabled, with the settlement requiring clearer disclosures and user consent for data transfers [2] - Roth Capital has maintained a Buy recommendation for Alphabet Inc. ahead of its fourth-quarter reports, raising the price target from $310 to $365, citing several catalysts for potential growth [3] Group 2 - Alphabet Inc. operates in various sectors including software, healthcare, and transportation, but some analysts believe other AI stocks may offer better investment opportunities with higher upside potential and lower risks [4]