Google Pays $5 Billion to Settle Incognito Mode Tracking Lawsuit

Google has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit for $5 billion over allegations that it tracked users' internet activities even when they were in 'incognito' mode, which was supposed to offer privacy. The lawsuit, filed in 2020, claimed that Google misled users and continued to collect data through its advertising technologies. The settlement terms have not been disclosed, but a final agreement is expected to be presented to the court by February 24. The settlement is pending approval by a federal judge.