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.
41 events advancing 32 policy or regulatory changes:
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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…
Amendment to the Rules on Issuance, Offering Platforms and Custody of Digital Assets to stakeholders and the general public
Announced amendment to the Rules on Issuance, Offering Platforms and Custody of Digital Assets to stakeholders and the general public
On 15 March 2024, the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced an amendment to the Commission's Rules on Issuance, Offering Platforms and Custody of Digital Assets. The amendment introduces a local operations requirement for virtu…
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…
Digital Cooperation Organization Generative Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Announced Digital Cooperation Organization Generative Artificial Intelligence Initiative
On 31 January 2024, the Saudi Arabian Minister of Communications and Information Technology announced the launch of the Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) initiative for all members of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO). The initiative…
Data Protection Commission Code of Conduct for Data Protection Compliance Organizations
Adopted Code of Conduct for Data Protection Compliance Organizations by the Nigerian Data Protection Commission
On 15 December 2023, the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) adopted the “Code of Conduct for Data Protection Compliance Organizations (DPCOs) 2023”. The Code aims to regulate competent firms licensed as Data Compliance Organisations (DPCs) i…
Guidelines for secure AI system development
Adopted Guidelines for secure AI system development
On 27 November 2023, agencies from 18 countries adopted Guidelines for secure Artificial Intelligence (AI) system development, which the United Kingdom’s National Cyber Security Centre and the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security …
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…
International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) 2023 Declaration
Issued International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) 2023 Declaration
On 1 November 2023, the International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) issued a joint statement following its third convening in 2023. The CRI consists of 50 members, including countries as well as international organisations such as INTERPOL. Du…