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Data privacy bill must have real teeth

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4 August 2026

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Fusion42 · 4 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Massachusetts is finalising a strong data privacy bill that bans sale of sensitive data and preserves individuals' right to sue Big Tech companies, aiming for real enforcement beyond government action.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Regtech.

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You face a new legal environment where Massachusetts residents can sue Big Tech firms over privacy violations, shifting enforcement power significantly towards consumers. Prepare for increased litigation risk if your business handles sensitive data at scale.

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