Tech Company Settles Data Breach for Millions in Multiple States

Charleston-based software company Blackbaud has agreed to pay $49.5 million to settle allegations that it violated state consumer protection laws, breach notification laws, and HIPAA due to a 2020 ransomware event that exposed the personal information of millions of consumers. The settlement requires Blackbaud to strengthen its data security and breach notification practices, including implementing incident and breach response plans, providing assistance to customers in the event of a breach, and enhancing employee training. South Carolina will receive $730,449 from the settlement.