CalPrivacy Settles with Two Data Brokers over Registration Failures and Privacy Violations - hunton.com
CalPrivacy has settled with two data brokers over registration failures and privacy violations, signaling increased enforcement of California data privacy laws.
Aforeworn detected this change in the US State Data-Privacy Laws space on August 19, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Data brokers and businesses subject to California privacy laws, including adtech/data brokers, multistate retailers, and SaaS platforms. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified in the source.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors US State Data-Privacy Laws continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
CalPrivacy has taken enforcement action against two data brokers for failing to register and violating privacy laws, indicating a stricter regulatory environment.
Who it affects
Data brokers and businesses subject to California privacy laws, including adtech/data brokers, multistate retailers, and SaaS platforms.
What you must do
Review your data broker registration status and privacy compliance practices to ensure alignment with California law.
Deadline
Not specified in the source.
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