California Lets Residents Opt-Out of a Ton of Data Collection on the Web

The article discusses a new law in California that allows residents to opt-out of certain data collection practices on the web. The law, known as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), gives Californians the right to request that businesses not sell or share their personal information with third parties. This includes data such as browsing history, location data, and purchase history. The CCPA applies to businesses that meet certain criteria, such as having annual gross revenues of over $25 million or collecting personal information on at least 50,000 consumers. Businesses that fail to comply with the law can face fines of up to $7,500 per violation. The article notes that the CCPA is the first of its kind in the United States and is seen as a significant step towards giving consumers more control over their personal data. However, some have criticized the law as being too broad and potentially impacting legitimate business practices.