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.
94 events advancing 62 policy or regulatory changes:
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Philippines SEC Order regarding Binance App from Google and Apple Stores
Issued Philippines SEC Requests to Remove Binance App from Google and Apple app stores
On 19 April 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of the Philippines took action against the cryptocurrency exchange Binance by formally requesting Google and Apple to remove Binance's applications from their app stores in the Philippin…
NPC Guideline on legitimate interest (NPC Circular No. 2023 - 07)
Implemented NPC guidelines on legitimate interest
On 13 April 2024, the National Privacy Commission (NPC) guidelines on legitimate interest entered into force. The guidelines apply to controllers and third parties that process or are involved in the processing of personal data on the lawful basis o…
Philippines-United Arab Emirates Memorandum of Understanding on personal data security and protection
Signed Philippines-United Arab Emirates Memorandum of Understanding on personal data security and protection
On 5 April 2024, the Philippine National Privacy Commission (NPC) and the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance their cooperation in data privacy and security. The MoU aims to strengthen th…
National Privacy Commission (NPC) Circular 2023-06 on Security of Personal Data in the Government and Private Sector
Implemented National Privacy Commission Circular 2023-06 on Security of Personal Data in the Government and Private Sector
On 30 March 2024, the National Privacy Commission (NPC) Circular 2023-06 Security of Personal Data in the Government and Private Sector entered into force. The Circular provides updated requirements for the security of personal data processed by per…
National Privacy Commission guidelines on the issuance of identification (ID) cards to data subjects (NPC Circular No. 2023-03)
Implemented NPC's guidelines on the issuance of identification (ID) cards to data subjects (NPC Circular No. 2023-03)
On 29 March 2024, the National Privacy Commission (NPC)'s guidelines on the issuance of identification (ID) cards to data subjects (NPC Circular No. 2023-03) entered into force. The guidelines apply to all personal information controllers (PICs) in …
NPC Circular 2023-05 or the Prerequisites for the Philippine Privacy Mark Certification Program
Implemented National Privacy Commission (NPC) Circular 2023-05 on Prerequisites for the Philippine Privacy Mark Certification
On 15 March 2024, the National Privacy Commission (NPC) Circular 2023-05 on prerequisites for obtaining the Philippine privacy mark certification for organisations and certification bodies entered into force. The circular is addressed to personal in…
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…
Australia-Philippines Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Competition Commissions Collaboration
Adopted MoU between Australian and Philippine Competition Commissions
On 29 February 2024, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation between the two competition regulators. The MoU aims …
NPC Circular 2024-01 Containing Amendments to Rules of Procedure of the National Privacy Commission
Implemented Amendments to Rules of Procedure of the National Privacy Commission
On 10 February 2024, the National Privacy Commission of the Philippines implemented its Amendments to the rules of procedure of the National Privacy Commission. Notably, the Amendments include changes to the Commission’s powers, including its conduc…
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…