Google Clarifies Incognito Mode Data Collection; Twitch to Exit South Korea

Shazam Hits 300 Million Users; Meta Ends Cross-Platform Messaging

Google has updated its Incognito Mode disclaimer to clarify that user data is still collected by websites visited in this mode, following a $5 billion lawsuit settlement.
Despite the update, no significant changes have been made to Google Chrome's functionality, and data privacy experts still recommend using VPNs or more secure browsers for enhanced privacy.
Twitch, a popular streaming platform, is set to shut down its operations in South Korea by the end of February 2024 due to high operating costs.
Shazam, Apple's music search platform, has surpassed 300 million monthly active users, largely due to the global influence of K-Pop and the rise of African music.
Meta is discontinuing cross-platform messaging between Facebook and Instagram users starting mid-December, with no clear reason provided.