Regulation & enforcement

California tried to protect students’ data. Tech companies found loopholes

Published February 21, 2026 · The Markup

California lawmakers are revisiting student privacy protections after finding that technology firms have exploited weaknesses in existing rules. The gaps reportedly still permit the gathering and commercial sale of pupils' personal information, prompting a new legislative fight.

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