Activity Tracker
The DPA Activity Tracker provides our latest information on developments in legislatures, judiciaries and the executive branches of G20, EU member states and Switzerland.
37 events advancing 27 policy or regulatory changes:
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US-Kenya cooperation agreement on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Upskilling
Announced US-Kenya cooperation agreement on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Upskilling
On 24 April 2024, the US Department of Commerce and Kenya's Ministry for Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy announced a declaration on AI and Digital Up-skilling. The parties agreed to cooperate in areas such as AI safety, knowled…
US-Kenya Joint Statement on Cross-Border Data Flows
Issued US-Kenya Joint Statement on Cross-Border Data Flows
On 24 April 2024, the United States Department of Commerce and the Kenyan Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy announced the Joint Statement on Cross-Border Data Flows. According to the Joint Statement, the parties announce…
China-African Union cooperation on Artificial Intelligence
Adopted China-African Union Statement for Increased Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence
On 3 April 2024, China and the African Union adopted a joint statement to increase their cooperation in the area of artificial intelligence (AI) research and development. The statement was adopted at the China-Africa Internet Development and Coopera…
ICN Agreement to Strengthening Competition Authority Coordination in Digital Markets
Adopted ICN Agreement to Strengthening Competition Authority Coordination in Digital Markets
On 26 March 2024, the International Competition Network (ICN), which is comprised of competition authorities from Australia, Austria, Canada, Brazil, the European Commission, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands, N…
Decision on WTO E-commerce Moratorium
Extension of the WTO Moratorium on Customs Duties on Electronic Transmissions at MC13
On 1 March 2024, the Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) adopted a decision to continue the Work Programme on Electronic Commerce. The decision includes a specific focus on the development needs of developing and least-devel…
Association of African Election Authorites Digital and Social Media Guidelines
Adopted Digital and Social Media Guidelines
On 27 February 2024, the Association of African Election Authorities (AAEA) adopted guidelines for the responsible use of digital and social media in elections, emphasising accountability and the need to prevent disinformation. The guidelines encour…
Pall Mall Process on Tackling the Proliferation and Irresponsible Use of Commercial Cyber Intrusion Capabilities
Published Declaration on Pall Mall Process on Tackling the Proliferation and Irresponsible Use of Commercial Cyber Intrusion Capabilities
On 6 February 2024, a collaborative statement involving multiple countries and endorsed by technological companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Meta was released. This joint declaration underscored the imperative for enhanced measures to address t…
UN Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence
Adopted Interim Report on AI Governance by UN AI Advisory Body
On 21 December 2023, the UN Secretary-General's AI Advisory Body published the Interim Report Governing AI for Humanity. The report proposes a global governance framework for AI development, focusing on inclusivity, public interest, data governance,…
Registration and Licensing Requirements in Kenya Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Society Bill
Introduced Kenya Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Society Bill 2023 including business registration and licensing requirements
On 29 November 2023, the Kenya Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Society Bill was introduced to the Parliament of Kenya. The Bill establishes the Kenya Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Society (RSK) aiming to regulate and foster the developme…
UNESCO guidelines for the governance of digital platforms and safeguarding freedom of expression and access to information
UNESCO guidelines for the governance of digital platforms and safeguarding freedom of expression and access to information
On 6 November 2023, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) published guidelines for the governance of social media platforms and safeguarding freedom of expression and access to information. The report emphasis…