The California Privacy Protection Agency board approved new regulations governing automated technology use, requiring companies to conduct cybersecurity audits and privacy assessments. The unanimously approved rulemaking package is a simplified version of previous proposals, which faced strong opposition from industry groups. Consumer and labor advocacy groups criticized this decision, claiming the agency did not make necessary adjustments after the final comment period expired. Both industry representatives and California residents expressed disappointment, feeling the agency inadequately examined the regulations' impacts on stakeholders.
The California Privacy Protection Agency board approved new rules for companies' use of automated technologies, mandating cybersecurity audits and privacy assessments.
The approved rulemaking package represents a more limited effort after strong pushback from the industry, causing criticism from consumer and labor advocacy groups.
The CPPA opted against making substantial changes following the final comment period, which resulted in backlash from both industry representatives and California residents.
Industry stakeholders expressed that the CPPA has not sufficiently examined the implications of the new regulations on businesses and consumers alike.
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