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.
26 events advancing 24 policy or regulatory changes:
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Guidance on assessing application of online safety codes and standards
eSafety Commissioner published guidance on assessing application of online safety codes and standards
On 1 April 2026, the eSafety Commissioner published guidance on assessing the application of online safety codes and standards under the Online Safety Act 2021 to help electronic service providers assess which online safety codes and standards apply…
Office of Communications Year 2 Risk Assessment Information Requests under Online Safety Act 2023
Office of Communications issued formal information requests to more than 30 providers, covering more than 40 services, under the Online Safety Act 2023
On 1 April 2026, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) issued formal information requests to more than 30 providers, covering more than 40 services, requiring the submission of Year 2 illegal harms risk assessments and children's risk assessments und…
Competition and Markets Authority investigation into app store processes commitments following strategic market status designation of Google's mobile platform
Competition and Markets Authority accepted Google's final commitments on app distribution
On 1 April 2026, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirmed its decision not to prioritise Conduct Requirements (CRs) under sections 19 and 25 of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA) in respect of the areas addr…
Competition and Markets Authority investigation into app store processes and iOS interoperability commitments following strategic market status designation of Apple's mobile platform
Competition and Markets Authority accepted Apple's final commitments on app distribution and interoperable access to functionality
On 1 April 2026, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirmed its decision not to prioritise Conduct Requirements (CRs) under sections 19 and 25 of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA) in respect of the areas addr…
Content moderation regulation in Copyright and Related Rights Bill, 2026
Kenya Copyright Board closes consultation on Copyright and Related Rights Bill, 2026 including content moderation regulation
On 31 March 2026, the Kenya Copyright Board closes the consultation on the draft Copyright and Related Rights Bill, 2026. The draft bill would require online intermediaries, including internet service providers, social media platforms, online market…
Age verification requirement in Privacy (Children's Online Privacy) Code
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner opened consultation on Privacy (Children's Online Privacy) Code 2026 including age verification requirement
On 31 March 2026, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) opened a consultation on the exposure draft of the Privacy (Children's Online Privacy) Code 2026 (the Code) until 5 June 2026. The Code would apply to providers of social…
Guidance on automated decision-making in recruitment
Information Commissioner's Office published report and draft guidance on automated decision making in recruitment
On 31 March 2026, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) published a report and draft guidance on the use of automated decision-making (ADM) in recruitment. The guidance would apply to employers that use automated tools to process job applicati…
Data protection regulation in Privacy (Children's Online Privacy) Code
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner opened consultation on Privacy (Children's Online Privacy) Code 2026 including data protection regulation
On 31 March 2026, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) opened a consultation on the exposure draft of the Privacy (Children's Online Privacy) Code 2026 (the Code) until 5 June 2026. The Code would apply to providers of social…
Age verification and self-assessment obligations in Ministerial Regulation No. 9 on Child Protection in Electronic Systems
Ministry of Communication and Digital adopted Regulation on Child Protection in Electronic Systems introducing age verification and self-assessment obligations
On 6 March 2026, the Minister of Communication and Digital adopted the Regulation on Child Protection in Electronic Systems. The regulation mandates that operators provide clear information regarding minimum age limits for their products, services, …
Content moderation regulation in amendment to Copyright Act (Act No. 21336/Bill No. 2215125)
Amendment to Copyright Act including content moderation regulation was adopted by National Assembly
On 10 February 2026, the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea adopted the amendment to the Copyright Act. The Act will apply to online service providers, website operators, and intermediaries facilitating access to copyright-infringing content…