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.
29 events advancing 18 policy or regulatory changes:
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Testing requirement in Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law
Finalised Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention including testing requirement
On 15 March 2024, the Committee on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) of the Council of Europe finalised the 'Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention', which includes testing requirements. The document ai…
Design requirement in Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law
Finalised Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention including design requirement
On 15 March 2024, the Committee on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) of the Council of Europe finalised the 'Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention', including design requirements. The document aims to …
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…
Lawsuit on law requiring access to encrypted messages by authorities (Podchasov v Russia)
Issued ECtHR ruling in lawsuit against the law requiring access to encrypted messages by authorities (Podchasov v Russia)
On 13 February 2024, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) issued a ruling in the case of Podchasov v Russia (33696/19), which concerned a statutory requirement in Russia for internet communication organisers to store communication data for a l…
Guidelines on the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence systems in journalism
Adopted Guidelines on the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence systems in journalism, including AI provider responsibilities
On 30 November 2023, the Council of Europe Intergovernmental Steering Committee on Media and The Information Society (CDMSI) adopted the Guidelines on the responsible implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI)systems in journalism, outlining the…
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…
Council of Europe Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data from Controller to Processor under Convention 108
Published Council of Europe Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data from Controller to Processor under Convention 108
On 7 September 2023, the Council of Europe published the Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data from Controller to Processor under the Amending Protocol to the Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regard to the Proc…
International Statement to Remove Online Child Sexual Abuse Materials
Signed International Statement to Remove Online Child Sexual Abuse Materials
On 28 June 2023, 71 governments signed a call to action statement to proactively remove and combat child sexual exploitation and abuse material online. In particular, governments highlighted the urgent need for action by governments, internet servic…
European Council Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data under Convention 108
Adopted Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data
On 27 June 2023, the Council of Europe announced it had adopted the Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data from Controller to Controller under the Amending Protocol to the Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regard…
MoU on Competition Cooperation between Central and Eastern European Competition Authorities
Signed MoU on competition cooperation between Central and Eastern European competition authorities
On 18 April 2023, the Competition Authorities of Poland, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia, the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aiming to promote and enhance regiona…