California's Privacy Protection Agency faces criticism for its unchecked authority on AI and insufficient communication on new regulations.

California's Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) faces criticism for its unchecked authority on AI, as it finalizes broad regulatory proposals conflicting with legislature's bills. The agency conducted three stakeholder sessions for outreach and education, leaving many concerned about insufficient communication on a complex issue. A CPPA poll found that only 32% of Californians understand the new regulations, revealing a lack of awareness.