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.
62 events advancing 52 policy or regulatory changes:
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Joint advisory on Iranian-based cyber actors compromising critical infrastructure networks
Adopted Joint advisory on Iranian-based cyber actors compromising critical infrastructure networks
On 17 October 2024, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), National Security Agency (NSA), Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSE), Australian Federal Police (AFP), and Australi…
eSafety Commissioner Removal Notices to X Corp regarding Extreme Violent Content
Issued Administrative Appeals Tribunal decision resolving proceedings brought by X Corp in relation to removal notice issued to it by eSafety Commissioner
On 11 October 2024, the Administrative Appeals Tribunal resolved the case initiated by X Corp regarding a removal notice issued by the eSafety commissioner under the Online Safety Act. The notice required X Corp to take reasonable steps to remove co…
IPOLA guidelines for Queensland government agencies on dealing with personal information and working with contractors
Published IPOLA guidelines for Queensland government agencies on dealing with personal information and working with contractors
On 9 October 2024, the Queensland Office of the Information Commissioner published the Information Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act (IPOLA) guidelines for Queensland government agencies on dealing with personal information and working wit…
IPOLA guidelines for Queensland government agencies on ensuring their use of mobile apps and social media complies with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (IP Act)
Published IPOLA guidelines for Queensland government agencies on ensuring their use of mobile apps and social media complies with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (IP Act)
On 9 October 2024, the Queensland Office of the Information Commissioner published the Information Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act (IPOLA) guidelines for Queensland government agencies on ensuring their use of mobile apps and social medi…
Global Declaration on consumer protection enhancement in digital transition
Announced Declaration on protecting and empowering consumers in the digital transitions
On 9 October 2024, the Ministers and Representatives from a broad coalition of countries assembled at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)signed a Declaration on Protecting and Empowering Consumers in the Digital and Gre…
Cyber Security Bill 2024 (Bill No. 116/24)
Introduced Cyber Security Bill 2024 (Bill No. 116/24)
On 9 October 2024, the Cyber Security Bill was introduced in the Australian House of Representatives. The Bill applies to manufacturers, suppliers, and entities involved in cybersecurity activities, including those that pay ransomware and produce or…
Mandatory guardrails for AI in high-risk settings
Closed consultation on proposals paper for introducing mandatory guardrails for AI in high-risk settings
On 4 October 2024, the Department of Industry, Science and Resources of Australia closed its consultation regarding a proposals paper on introducing mandatory guardrails for AI in high-risk settings. The consultation is part of the Australian Govern…
eSafety Commissioner's public lawsuit against X for failure to comply with transparency notice on addressing online child exploitation
Issued ruling in eSafety Commissioner's public lawsuit against X for failure to comply with transparency notice on addressing online child exploitation
On 4 October 2024, the Federal Court of Australia delivered a ruling on a public lawsuit concerning X Corp's obligation to comply with a transparency notice under the Online Safety Act 2021. The notice, issued by the eSafety Commissioner, sought inf…
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…
International Counter Ransomware Initiative 2024 Joint Statement
Adopted International Counter Ransomware Initiative 2024 Joint Statement
On 3 October 2024, the 68 parties to the Fourth International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) Gathering issued a joint declaration reaffirming their commitment to enhance collective resilience against ransomware. The declaration, a result of dis…