California's Delete Act Reaches Enforcement Stage as Data Brokers Begin Processing Requests

California's Delete Act enforcement began on August 1, requiring registered data brokers to process residents' personal data deletion requests through the DROP platform. The law mandates brokers to verify, delete, and report on consumer data within set timelines, with penalties for non-compliance overseen by the California Privacy Protection Agency.

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