California’s new data breach notification law contains fewer new requirements than originally proposed. AB 1710 will increase consumer privacy, ensure appropriate fraud and identity theft protection. The original bill was opposed by several business groups, including the California Bankers Association, California Chamber of Commerce and The Internet Association. Lawyer: “Watering down” of privacy and breach notification laws is a common phrase in our country when it comes to regulation: ‘So goes the country goes,’ says Scot Ganow, an attorney at Faruki Ireland and Cox PLL.”]
Source: https://www.cuinfosecurity.com/california-bolsters-breach-notification-a-7384