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.
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European Commission investigation into 6 very large online platforms and 2 very large online search engines regarding implemented measures addressing generative AI risks under DSA
Issued EU Commission binding request for information to Microsoft under the Digital Services Act on generative AI risks on Bing
On 17 May 2024, the European Commission issued a legally binding request for information to Microsoft regarding the generative artificial intelligence (AI) features of Bing, including "Copilot in Bing" and "Image Creator by Designer". The binding r…
Department of Labor's Artificial Intelligence and Worker Well-being: Principles for Developers and Employers
Adopted Department of Labor's Artificial Intelligence and Worker Well-being: Principles for Developers and Employers
On 16 May 2024, the Department of Labor issued the Artificial Intelligence and Worker Well-being: Principles for Developers and Employers. The guidelines were adopted under the direction of Executive Order 14110 on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy…
Measures to strengthen consumer safety and improve corporate competitiveness when purchasing overseas direct purchases
Announced Measures to strengthen consumer safety and improve corporate competitiveness when purchasing overseas direct purchases
On 16 May 2023, the Korean Fair Trade Commission (FTC) announced measures to strengthen consumer safety and enhance corporate competitiveness in overseas direct purchases. These measures would include blocking foreign direct purchases of products th…
EU Commission investigation into Viagogo regarding compliance with DSA
Announced Viagogo's commitment to improve terms and consumer information following Commission and EU consumer authorities inquiries
On 16 May 2024, the European Commission announced that Viagogo has committed to improving consumer information regarding ticket resale conditions and discontinuing excessive countdown messages. Following a dialogue initiated by the Consumer Protecti…
ANPD Guidelines on High-Risk Personal Data Processing
Closed ANPD Consultation on High-Risk Personal Data Processing
On 16 May 2024, the National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) of Brazil closes its public consultation on the processing of high-risk personal data. The consultation aims to clarify the concept of high risk and highlight its importance and refined g…
EU Commission investigation into Meta's compliance with requirements regarding protection of minors under the DSA
Opened EU Commission formal investigation into Meta for alleged breach of DSA in regards to protection of minors
On 16 May 2024, the European Commission announced the opening of a formal investigation into Meta regarding its compliance with the Digital Service Act (DSA), specifically focusing on the protection of minors. The Commission's investigation will foc…
Customer and Product Data Bill
Introduced Customer and Product Data Bill (Bill No. 44-1)
On 16 May 2024, the Customer and Product Data Bill (Bill No. 44-1I) was introduced to the legislature of New Zealand. The Bill aims to establish an economy-wide framework to facilitate access to and sharing of customer and product data among busines…
SEC proposal to amend Regulation S-P to enhance protection of customer information
Adopted SEC proposal to amend Regulation S-P to enhance protection of customer information
On 16 May 2024, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted the amendments to Regulation S-P Privacy of Consumer Financial Information and Safeguarding Personal Information. The amendments aim to enhance the protection of customer inform…
Voluntary Code of Practice for Software Vendors
Opened consultation on Voluntary Code of Practice for Software Vendors
On 15 May 2024, the Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology (DSIT) opened a public consultation on the Voluntary Code of Practice for Software Vendors until 10 July 2024. The code of practice outlines 21 provisions across four principles …
AI Cyber Security Code of Practice
Opened consultation on AI Cyber Security Code of Practice
On 15 May 2024, the Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology (DSIT) opened a public consultation on the artificial intelligence (AI) Cyber Security Code of Practice until 10 July 2024. The voluntary code is designed to guide stakeholders t…