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First Civil Penalties Under the CCPA Through $1.2 Million Settlement For Cookie “Sale” Violations.
The enforcement marks a step-up in scrutiny and enforcement as new amendments to the CCPA are set to come into force Jan. 1, 2023 and as enforcement moves from the CA Attorney General to the new California Privacy Protection Agency.
New California Law Requires Enhanced Privacy By Default And Design For Users Under The Age of 18.
The bill, still awaiting likely signature from Gov. Newsom, will go into effect July 1, 2024 and apply to any business offering online services or products to children.
The Cookie Crumbles? EU Advocacy Group Files 226 Complaints Alleging Cookie Consent Violations.
Specifically, the group is alleging that websites are commonly using deceptive cookie banners that do not adhere to the GDPR’s express consent requirements.