The New York Times reports on the process underway and challenges faced to build the California Privacy Protection Agency. Lawmakers in the U.S. and beyond are closely watching developments, as industry lobbyists submit feedback and privacy advocates question whether the agency’s $10 million annual budget is enough to regulate how large technology companies collect and use data. Executive Director Ashkan Soltani said establishing the agency is “easily the most difficult thing I’ve done in my life, but also I think potentially the most impactful.” Editor’s note: IAPP Staff Writer Joe Duball reported on Soltani’s appointment and appointments to the CPPA’s board.
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