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.
16 events advancing 15 policy or regulatory changes:
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PIPC Amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Personal Information Protection Act for MyData Promotion
Announced PIPC Amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Personal Information Protection Act for MyData Promotion
On 30 April 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) announced an amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Personal Information Protection Act. This legislative action aims to facilitate the promotion of MyData across various se…
PIPC Revised guidelines of personal information processing policy
Adopted PIPC revised guidelines of personal information processing policy
On 30 April 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) issued revised guidelines for drafting privacy policies, aligning them with amendments to the Personal Information Protection Act. The revised guidelines contain provisions on o…
PIPC Investigation into STG24 Co. over alleged violations of personal information protection regulations
Issued ruling in PIPC Investigation into STG24 Co. over alleged violations of personal information protection regulations
On 24 April 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) conducted its 7th plenary session, where it resolved to impose sanctions on six businesses for failing to adhere to the Personal Information Protection Act. The PIPC imposed a p…
PIPC Investigation into Yanolja F&B Solutions Co. for alleged violations of personal information protection regulations
Issued ruling in PIPC Investigation into Yanolja F&B Solutions Co. for alleged violations of personal information protection regulations
On 24 April 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) conducted its 7th plenary session, where it resolved to impose sanctions on six businesses for failing to adhere to the Personal Information Protection Act. Yanolja F&B Solution…
Amendment to Enforcement Decree of the Information and Communications Network Act
Announced Amendment to Enforcement Decree of the Information and Communications Network Act
On 24 April 2024, the Korea Communications Commission announced the preparation of an amendment to the Enforcement Decree of the Information and Communications Network Act. This amendment aims to address the 'blind spots' in blocking access to illeg…
Korea-Lao Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Digital Spread and Cybersecurity Capabilities
Signed Korea-Lao Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Digital Spread and Cybersecurity Capabilities
On 24 April 2024, the Korean Internet & Security Agency (KISA) and the Lao National Internet Center (LANIC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to Strengthen Digital Spread and Cybersecurity Capabilities. The MoU aims to promote cooperation b…
KFTC Inquiry into Baedal Minjok, Yogiyo, Coupang Eats, Ddingyo and Wemepo regarding the market structure
Issued report on the implementation and reevaluation of self-regulation measures
On 23 April 2024, the Korean Fair Trade Commission (FTC) published a report reviewing platforms such as Baedal Minjok, Yogiyo, Coupang Eats, Ddingyo and Wemepo. The document discusses the results of the implementation and reevaluation of the self-re…
Privacy by Design Certification for Technological Consumer Goods Pilot Programme
Adopted Privacy by Design Certification for Home Security Cameras under pilot programme
On 21 April 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) and the Korea Internet and Security Agency (KISA) granted the first certification under a Privacy by Design pilot certification program to a home security camera system develope…
Korea-China Internet Cooperation Center
Established Korea-China Internet Cooperation Center
On 18 April 2024, the Personal Information Protection Committee of the Republic of Korea, in collaboration with the Korea Internet and Security Agency (KISA), opened the Korea-China Internet Cooperation Center that has been operating as an informal …
PIPC Personal Information Impact Assessment Performance Guide
Adopted PIPC Personal Information Impact Assessment Performance Guide
On 18 April 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) adopted the Personal Information Impact Assessment Performance Guide. The guide clarifies the obligations regarding impact assessments following the amendments made to the Perso…