US Congress has passed a data privacy bill that prohibits data brokers from selling personal info to foreign adversaries

The US Congress has passed a landmark data privacy bill aimed at countering threats from foreign adversaries. The bill, titled “Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act”, prohibits data brokers from selling personal information to foreign adversaries, including China and Russia. This move comes after years of discussions on data privacy legislation without any voting. The data privacy bill was passed in US Congress with overwhelming support, receiving 414 votes in favor and none against. The legislation is seen as a significant step towards protecting American data from potential misuse. It is also expected to set a precedent as the first federal law governing data privacy in years. The bill’s passage follows the approval of another bill last week that could lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok if the company doesn’t sever ties with China.