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.
43 events advancing 33 policy or regulatory changes:
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European Commission investigation into Qualcomm for alleged abuse of market dominance
Issued European General Court ruling upholding partially European Commission's decision relating to abuse of dominant position of Qualcomm
On 18 September 2024, the European General Court issued a ruling in the lawsuit relating to the Commission's investigatory finding regarding Qualcomm's abuse of a dominant position. The Court largely confirmed the Commission's finding, rejecting mos…
UK-India Technology Security Initiative
Adopted UK-India Technology Security Initiative
On 25 July 2024, the Prime Ministers of India and the United Kingdom adopted the Technology Security Initiative (TSI), aimed at enhancing collaboration in critical and emerging technologies across various sectors including internet and telecom servi…
Semiconductors measures in Korea and European Union Digital Partnership
Announced Joint EU and Republic of Korea Chips Projects in Korea and European Union Digital Partnership
On 17 July 2024, the European Union (EU) and the Republic of Korea announced four jointly funded semiconductor/chips projects under their Digital Partnership, with a total investment of EUR 12 million, equally shared. In particular, these projects a…
United States of America-Kenya Joint Leaders' Statement including measures regarding cooperation on digital technologies
Published United States of America-Kenya Joint Leaders’ Statement including cooperation on digital technologies
On 23 May 2024, the White House issued the United States of America-Kenya Joint Leader's Statement, which includes commitments on cooperation in digital technology. Both nations committed to strengthening cooperation on policies concerning technolog…
Tariffs on Semiconductor Imports from China
Adopted Increased Tariffs on Imports from China
On 14 May 2024, US President Biden directed the US Trade Representative to use their statutory powers under s.301 of the Trade Act of 1974 in response to alleged unfair trade practices by China. As a result, the import tariff rates are increased in …
Federal Cartel Office investigation into Renesas Electronics Corporation's proposed acquisition of Altium Limited
Closed Federal Cartel Office investigation into Renesas Electronics Corporation's proposed acquisition of Altium Limited
On 14 May 2024, the German Federal Cartel Office approved Renesas Electronics Corporation's proposed acquisition of Altium Limited. Altium provides software for designing printed circuit boards, while Renesas operates in semiconductor manufacturing …
BIS Extension of Entity List Based on Export Administration Regulations Including Export Limitations
Adopted Extension of Entity List Based on Export Administration Regulations Including Export Limitations
On 11 April 2024, the United States Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) added eleven companies to the Entity List based on its Export Administration Regulation (EAR). The BIS stated that the six Chinese companies that were added purchased US-contr…
US-Uruguay Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in Critical and Emerging Technologies
Signed US-Uruguay Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in Critical and Emerging Technologies
On 11 April 2024, the United States of America and the Republic of Uruguay signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation on select critical and emerging technologies, including machine learning and artificial intelligence develop…
US-Uruguay Memorandum of Understanding on Critical and Emerging Technologies
Signed US-Uruguay Memorandum of Understanding on Critical and Emerging Technologies
On 11 April 2024, the United States and Uruguay signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Critical and Emerging Technologies. This agreement, aims to foster cooperation in areas such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, data flows, clean …
AI Strategy High-Level Council
Announced establishment of AI Strategy High-Level Council
On 4 April 2024, the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) announced the establishment of the AI Strategy High-Level Council, a governance body for the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI). The Council will have members from the public and privat…