Google Pays $5 Billion to Settle Incognito Mode Tracking Lawsuit

Google has settled a $5 billion lawsuit accusing the tech giant of misleading users by tracking their internet activity even when using "incognito" mode. The lawsuit claimed Google violated federal wiretap laws by collecting data through Google Analytics despite users' expectations of privacy. The settlement details remain undisclosed, but the case highlights the complexities of online privacy and user consent, especially regarding what incognito mode does and does not protect against.