United States of America, ex rel et al v. Illumina, Inc.

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Case Number:

1:23-cv-00372

Court:

Rhode Island

Nature of Suit:

Qui Tam (31 U.S.C. § 3729(a))

Judge:

Mary S. McElroy

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  1. August 26, 2025

    Illumina Cybersecurity Case A 'Warning' To Medical Industry

    Two years ago, an executive accused her biotech employer of ignoring dangerous gaps in cybersecurity systems. A first-of-its-kind $9.8 million settlement in the case showcases the government's increased willingness to use the False Claims Act to police security problems.

  2. July 30, 2025

    Illumina To Pay $9.8M To Resolve Cybersecurity Qui Tam Case

    Biotechnology company Illumina Inc. has agreed to pay $9.8 million in a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice to put to rest a first-of-its-kind False Claims Act suit alleging the company violated cybersecurity regulations for medical devices, according to an announcement Wednesday.