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.
140 events advancing 123 policy or regulatory changes:
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Omnibus on Taxation
European Commission opened consultation on Call for Evidence for an Impact Assessment on Omnibus on taxation
On 16 February 2026, the European Commission opened a consultation as part of the call for evidence for an impact assessment on the Omnibus on taxation until 16 March 2026. The initiative aims to simplify the EU direct taxation framework in order to…
ICT Supply Chain Security Toolbox
NIS2 Cooperation Group adopted ICT Supply Chain Security Toolbox
On 13 February 2026, the NIS2 Cooperation Group, comprising European Union Member States, the European Commission, and the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA), published the ICT Supply Chain Security Toolbox to provide a common framework…
Fighting online fraud action plan
European Commission closes consultation on development of an action plan addressing online fraud
On 13 February 2026, the European Commission closes the consultation on the development of an action plan on fighting online fraud. The initiative aims to address the growing prevalence of online fraud across the EU, following the increased use of b…
Guidance on addressing data protection complaints
Information Commissioner's Office published guidance on addressing data protection complaints under Data (Use and Access) Act
On 12 February 2026, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) published guidance on addressing data protection complaints under the Data (Use and Access) Act. While the requirements for addressing such complaints under the Act enter into force on…
European Union-China dispute over worldwide licensing terms for standard essential patents (DS632)
European Commission requested the establishment of a World Trade Organization panel in European Union–China dispute over worldwide licensing terms for standard essential patents (DS632)
On 12 February 2026, the European Commission stated that the European Union (EU) is requesting the establishment of a World Trade Organization (WTO) panel in dispute DS632 concerning Chinese measures that empower Chinese courts to set worldwide lice…
Guide on Requirements for Prevention and Handling of New Types of Corruption on Internet Platforms (TC260-PG-20263A)
National Cybersecurity Standardisation Technical Committee released guide on requirements for prevention and handling of new types of corruption on internet platforms
On 10 February 2026, the Secretariat of the National Cybersecurity Standardisation Technical Committee (TC260) released the cybersecurity standards practice guide on requirements for the prevention and handling of new types of corruption on internet…
NetChoice lawsuit challenging South Carolina Age-Appropriate Code Design Act on First Amendment grounds
NetChoice announced lawsuit challenging South Carolina Age-Appropriate Code Design Act
On 9 February 2026, NetChoice filed a lawsuit challenging the South Carolina Age-Appropriate Code Design Act. The plaintiff seeks declaratory and injunctive relief, alleging that the legislation imposes an unlawful censorship regime that fundamental…
Support for moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions in United States-Bangladesh Agreement on Reciprocal Trade
United States and Bangladesh announced Agreement on Reciprocal Trade including support for moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions
On 9 February 2026, the United States and Bangladesh announced an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade. Under the Agreement, Bangladesh commits to supporting the adoption of a permanent moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions at the World …
Data transfer measures in United States-Bangladesh Agreement on Reciprocal Trade
United States and Bangladesh announced Agreement on Reciprocal Trade including data transfer measures
On 9 February 2026, the United States and Bangladesh announced an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade. Under the Agreement, Bangladesh commits to allowing the free transfer of data across trusted borders, removing barriers in the insurance market and digi…
Designation of Personal Information Innovation Zone operating institution (Notice No. 2026-05)
Personal Information Protection Commission adopted designation of Personal Information Innovation Zone operating institution (Notice No. 2026-05)
On 9 February 2026, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) designated Gwangju Technopark as the operating institution for the Personal Information Innovation Zone through Notice No. 2026-05. The designated facility is located in Gwang…