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.
325 events advancing 216 policy or regulatory changes:
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MICDE Guidelines on Management of ICT Resources in Ministries, Departments, Agencies, and Counties
Adopted MICDE Guidelines on Management of ICT Resources in MDACs including public procurement access requirements
On 27 September 2024, the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (MICDE) adopted the Guidelines on ICT Resource Management for Ministries, Departments, Agencies, and Counties (MDACs). The guidelines establish conditions for …
Expansion of Cybersecurity Regulation Compliance for Telecom Providers
Adopted Anatel order expanding cybersecurity regulation compliance for telecom providers (Ordinance No. 2899/2024)
On 27 September 2024, the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) in Brazil adopted Ordinance No. 2899/2024, expanding cybersecurity regulation compliance for telecom providers. This ordinance expands the list of telecommunications providers an…
FCC investigation into T-Mobile for alleged data breaches
Issued consent decree with T-Mobile addressing data breaches including enhanced corporate governance requirements
On 27 September 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted a consent decree with T-Mobile to resolve its investigation into various data breaches by the company. FCC noted that T-Mobile experienced data breaches in 2021, 2022, and 20…
Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Rules, 2024
Consultation closed on Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Rules, 2024
On 27 September 2024, the Central Government of India initiated a public consultation on the Draft Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) Rules, 2024. The Draft Rules, underpinned by the Telecommunications Act, 2023, mandate that telecommunicat…
Telecommunications of Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure Rules, 2024
Closed consultation on Draft Telecommunications of Critical Infrastructure Rules
On 27 September 2024, the consultation period on the Draft Telecommunications of Critical Telecommunication Infrastructure Rules, 2024 closes. This initiative, under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, outline regulations for managing and securing cri…
Temporary Suspension of Telecommunication Services Rules, 2024
Closed Consultation on Temporary Suspension of Telecommunication Services Rules, 2024
On 27 September 2024, the consultation for the draft Temporary Suspension of Telecommunication Services Rules, 2024 was closed. The draft Rules set out the conditions under which the temporary suspension of telecommunication services can be authoris…
FCC Investigation into election interference generative AI robocalls
Issued ruling in FCC Investigation into election interference generative AI robocalls
On 26 September 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a ruling in its investigation an election interference scheme which sent illegal robocalls using deepfake technology. In its decision, the FCC fined political consultant Steve …
Partial Amendment of Enforcement Rules of the Telecommunications Business Act regarding fee calculation and IP networks
Closed consultation on Partial Amendment of the Telecommunications Business Act Enforcement Regulations regarding connection fee calculation
On 24 September 2024, the Japanese Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications closes a period for public feedback on the proposed Partial Amendment of the Telecommunications Business Act Enforcement Regulations. The Amendment would alter the fe…
Consumer Protection Rule Implementation Status Monitoring 2024 Survey Plan
Closed Consultation on Consumer Protection Rule Implementation Status Monitoring 2024 Survey Plan
On 20 September 2024, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) closes its consultation on the consumer protection rule implementation status monitoring 2024 survey plan. The survey investigates the implementation status of consumer …
BEREC guidelines on EU Gigabit Infrastructure Act (EU 2024/1309)
Closed consultation on BEREC guidelines on EU Gigabit Infrastructure Act (EU 2024/1309)
On 20 September 2024, the the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC) closes its public consultation on the guidelines for the new EU Gigabit Infrastructure Regulation (EU 2024/1309), which replaces the 2014 Broadband Cost …