How does the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) differ from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)?

The CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) are both regulatory frameworks that aim to protect individuals’ data privacy rights, but they have some key differences:

1. Scope:

– The CCPA primarily applies to businesses that collect personal information of California residents and meet specific criteria, whereas the GDPR applies to all businesses that process personal data of individuals within the European Union (EU).

2. Definition of Personal Data:

– The CCPA defines personal information broadly, including unique identifiers and browsing history, while the GDPR adopts a broader definition of personal data, including any information related to an identified or identifiable individual.

3. Consent:

– The GDPR requires businesses to obtain explicit consent before processing personal data, and users have the right to withdraw consent at any time. The CCPA allows consumers to opt-out of the sale of their personal information but does not require explicit consent for collection.

4. Access and Deletion Rights:

– Both regulations provide users with rights to access their data, request deletion, and correct inaccuracies. The GDPR, however, has more expansive rights in this regard compared to the CCPA.

5. Data Protection Officer (DPO):

– The GDPR mandates that certain organizations appoint a Data Protection Officer responsible for overseeing data protection compliance, whereas the CCPA does not have a similar requirement.

6. Financial Penalties:

– The GDPR imposes higher fines for non-com