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.
53 events advancing 38 policy or regulatory changes:
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Public Procurement and Asset Disposal (Amendment) Bill, 2024
Introduced Public Procurement and Asset Disposal (Amendment) Bill, 2024
On 6 November 2024, the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal (Amendment) Bill 2024 was introduced to the National Assembly to amend the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act. The amendments reserve all contracts below KES 1 billion for local fi…
Critical Infrastructure Protection Bill
Ministry of Interior and National Administration closed consultation on Draft Critical Infrastructure Protection Bill, 2024
On 22 October 2024, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration closed the public consultation period for the Draft Critical Infrastructure Protection Bill, 2024, which commenced on 27 September 2024. During the consultation, stakeholders a…
EU Directive on the resilience of critical entities
Implemented Directive on the resilience of critical entities
On 18 October 2024, the Directive on the resilience of critical entities repealing Council Directive 114 of 2008 is implemented. The Member States were required to transpose the Directive by 17 October 2024. Under the Directive, Member States were r…
ICO assessment of data protection implications in quantum technology advancements
Published ICO assessment on preparing for quantum-enabled future including data protection implications
On 9 October 2024, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) issued a report on the rapid progression of quantum technologies and their implications for data protection. The ICO highlighted the significant potential of quantum innovations, such as…
ASD Guide on mitigation strategies for edge devices
Adopted ASD Guide on mitigation strategies for edge devices
On 3 October 2024, the Australian Signals Directorate adopted the guide on mitigation strategies for edge devices. The guide applies to critical infrastructure providers responsible for enterprise network security. The guide aims to enhance the secu…
Nigeria Data Protection Commission guidance notice on registration of data controllers and data processors of major importance (NDPC/HQ/GN/VOL.02/24)
Data Protection Commission's guidance notice on registration of data controllers and data processors of major importance entered into force
On 30 September 2024, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission Guidance Notice on Registration of Data Controllers and Data Processors of Major Importance NDPC/HQ/GN/VOL.02/24 (Pursuant to Sections 5d, 6(c), 44, 45, and 65 of the Nigeria Data Protecti…
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 …
FBI, CNMF, NSA Joint Advisory on People's Republic of China botnet operations
Issued FBI, CNMF, NSA Joint Advisory on People's Republic of China botnet operations
On 18 September 2024, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cyber National Mission Force (CNMF), and National Security Agency (NSA) issued a Joint Advisory identifying cyber actors linked to the People's Republic of China (PRC) that have compro…
NIST 5G Cybersecurity and Privacy Capabilities Guidance
Closed consultation on NIST 5G Cybersecurity and Privacy Capabilities Cybersecurity Guidance
On 16 September 2024, the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) closed its consultation on the “Applying 5G Cybersecurity and Privacy Capabilities” white paper series. The guidance is addressed to commercial mobile network operato…
Competition Commission investigation into Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company's proposed acquisition of Juniper Networks
Issued approval of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company's proposed acquisition of Juniper Networks, Inc. by Competition Commission
On 12 September 2024, the South African Competition Commission announced the approval of the proposed acquisition of Juniper Networks, Inc. by Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company. Both firms are incorporated in Delaware, USA, and are listed on the Ne…