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.
55 events advancing 46 policy or regulatory changes:
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Singapore-Korea mutual recognition agreement for recognition of cybersecurity labels
Adopted Singapore-Korea mutual recognition agreement for recognition of cybersecurity labels
On 16 October 2024, the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore signed a mutual recognition arrangement with the Korea Internet and Security Agency (KISA) for the recognition of cybersecurity labels, applying to smart consumer products such as smart home…
PIPC guide for personal video information protection and utilisation in autonomous driving AI development
Published PIPC guide for personal video information protection and utilisation in autonomous driving AI development
On 14 October 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) issued a guide to the protection and use of personal video information for mobile video information processing devices, outlining the responsibilities and obligations of data …
Korea Fair Trade Commission investigation into Synopsys's proposed merger with ANSYS
Closed consultation on Korea Fair Trade Commission investigation into Synopsys's proposed merger with ANSYS
On 11 October 2024, the Korea Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) closes its public consultation on the proposed merger between Synopsys, Inc. (Synopsys) and ANSYS, Inc. (ANSYS), both global suppliers of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software used in …
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…
Mutual Growth Council between Delivery Platforms and Partnered Businesses
Issued FTC statement on 6th meeting of the Mutual Growth Council between small business owners, consumers, and delivery platforms
On 8 October 2024, the Korean Fair Trade Commission (FTC) issued a statement on the 6th meeting of the Mutual Growth Council between small business owners, consumers, and delivery platforms. The partnered businesses presented four main demands: redu…
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…
KFTC investigation into Kakao Mobility for alleged abuse of market dominance in the ride-hailing service market
Issued ruling in KFTC investigation into Kakao Mobility for alleged abuse of market dominance in the ride-hailing service market
On 2 October 2024, the Fair Trade Commission of Korea issued a ruling with a tentative fine of KRW 72.4 billion against Kakao Mobility for abuse of market dominance in the ride-hailing service market. The ruling highlighted that Kakao Mobility press…
PIPC Guideline on Notification on the Method of Transmitting Personal Information and Designation of Personal Information Management Organizations
Opened consultation on PIPC Guideline on Notification on the Method of Transmitting Personal Information and Designation of Personal Information Management Organisations
On 30 September 2024, the Personal Information Protection Committee (PIPC) of Korea opened a public consultation on the establishment of guidelines for the methods of transmitting personal information and the designation of specialised institutions …
PIPC and CNIL Cooperation on AI Policy
Adopted Statement on PIPC and CNIL Cooperation on AI Policy
On 27 September 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) of the Republic of Korea and the French National Information and Freedom Commission (CNIL) held the 3rd Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Council meeting in Paris, France.…
PIPC Guide on data subject's rights concerning automated decision making
Adopted PIPC Guide on data subject's rights concerning automated decision making
On 26 September 2024, the Personal Information Protection Commission of Korea adopted a guide clarifying the rights of data subjects regarding automated decision-making by institutions using AI. The guide sets out what constitutes automatic decision…