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.
130 events advancing 71 policy or regulatory changes:
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MIC investigation into G1 Online Video Game Services over alleged non compliance with national laws
Issued MIC ruling suspending 49 licenses for G1 online video games
On 12 April 2024, the Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) issued Decision No. 543/QD-BTTTT, leading to the temporary suspension of licenses for 49 enterprises providing G1 online video game services. This action, marking the …
MIC White List of verified businesses that comply with the online advertising laws
Issued MIC April 2024 list of verified online content (white list) used for advertising activities
On 17 April 2024, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) of Vietnam published the updated "White List" of April 2024, which includes 228 websites. The "White List" encompasses electronic newspapers, electronic magazines, aggregated el…
MIC investigation into WPP for alleged advertising violations (Decision No. 55/QD-XPVPHC)
Issued ruling regarding the investigation into WPP for advertising violations (Decision No. 55/QD-XPVPHC)
On 17 April 2024, the Vietnamese Department of Radio, Television, and Electronic Information under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) issued Decision No. 55/QD-XPVPHC, imposing administrative sanctions on WPP Communications Co., Lt…
MIC Investigation into FPT Telecom and VTV over alleged illegal betting content promotion
Issued MIC fine on FPT Telecom and VTV for allegedly promoting illegal betting sites
On 17 April 2024, the Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) imposed administrative fines on FPT Telecom and Vietnam Television (VTV) for broadcasting content on their application that promoted and advertised illegal betting web…
Personal Data Protection Law
Closed consultation on Draft Proposal for the Development of Personal Data Protection Law
On 31 March 2024, the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam closed its public consultation on the Draft Proposal for the Development of a Personal Data Protection Law, consisting of two drafts. The first draft highlights the growing vulnerability o…
Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information inquiry into implementation of Decree No. 70/2021/ND-CP regulating online advertising
Issued report following inquiry into implementation of Decree No. 70/2021/ND-CP regulating online advertising
On 26 March 2024, the Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information (ABEI) issued a report including recommendations following an inquiry into the implementation of Decree No. 70/2021/ND-CP regulating online advertising. The inquiry assessed …
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…
ASEAN-China Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in Communications, Digital and Technology for 2024-2029
Announced ASEAN-China Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in Communications, Digital and Technology for 2024-2029
On 2 February 2024, the announcement was made regarding the results of the fourth ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting 2024. Notably, during the meeting, the ADGMIN and China jointly welcomed the ASEAN-China Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperati…
Testing Requirements in ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics
Adopted ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics including Testing Requirements
On 2 February 2024, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Digital Ministers' Meeting (ADGMIN) adopted the Guide on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance and Ethics, including testing requirements to be followed to ensure the developme…
Principles and Design Requirements in ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics
Adopted ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics including Principles and Design Requirements
On 2 February 2024, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Digital Ministers' Meeting (ADGMIN) adopted the Guide on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance and Ethics, including design and principles to be followed to ensure the developm…