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.
84 events advancing 72 policy or regulatory changes:
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European Commission review of EU-US Data Privacy Framework
Closed consultation on functioning of EU-US Data Privacy Framework
On 6 September 2024, the European Commission closes a public consultation on the functioning of the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. The Commission is required to issue a report on the adequacy decision adopted in July 2023 aimed at enhancing data prot…
Application of Hiroshima Process International Code of Conduct for Organisations Developing Advanced AI Systems
Closed consultation on application of Hiroshima Process International Code of Conduct for organisations developing advanced AI systems
On 6 September 2024, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development closes the public consultation on the application of Hiroshima Process International Code of Conduct (Code of Conduct) for organisations developing advanced AI systems. …
Ratification of Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law
Signed Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law
On 5 September 2024, the Council of Europe announced that Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Israel, Norway, the Republic of Moldova, San Marino, the United Kingdom, the United States and the European Union signed the Council of Europe Framework Convention …
Data Protection Commission lawsuit against X's processing of personal data for training its AI tool Grok
Announced conclusion of DPC lawsuit against X’s processing of personal data for training its AI tool Grok
On 4 September 2024, the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) announced the conclusion of the proceedings before the Irish High Court filed on 8 August 2024 against X for processing personal data harvested from the public posts of its European Eco…
Investigation into Clearview AI regarding illegal data collection for facial recognition
Issued ruling in Investigation into Clearview AI regarding illegal data collection for facial recognition
On 3 September 2024, the Dutch Data Protection Authority issued a ruling in its investigation into the American company Clearview AI which offers facial recognition AI services. Allegedly, Clearview AI has an illegal database with billions of facial…
Guidelines on exclusionary abuses by dominant undertakings
Issued ECN Statement on European Commission’s Guidelines on Abusive Exclusionary Conduct by Dominant Undertakings
On 2 September 2024, the European Competition Network (ECN) issued a statement on the European Commission's Guidelines on the application of Article 102 TFEU to abusive exclusionary conduct by dominant undertakings. According to the ECN, the Guideli…
EU-China Cross-Border Data Flow Communication Mechanism
Announced formal launch of EU-China Cross-Border Data Flow Communication Mechanism
On 27 August 2024, the EU and China announced the beginning of discussions to formally launch the EU-China Cross-Border Data Flow Communication Mechanism. The Mechanism aims to find practical solutions for European companies facing problems in relat…
European Commission's third decision designating Very Large Online Platform under the Digital Services Act
Implemented the additional obligations for Shein as Very Large Online Platform under the Digital Services Act
On 27 August 2024, the additional obligations for Shein as a Very Large Online Platform under the Digital Services Act (DSA) came into force. Shein is required to implement several measures to enhance its surveillance of illegal products and ensure …
Dutch Data Protection Authority Investigation into Uber's alleged transfer of drivers' data to the United States
Issued ruling in Dutch Data Protection Authority Investigation into Uber's infringement of cross-border data transfer regulations
On 26 August 2024, the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) issued a ruling in the investigation into Uber B.V. (Uber) for transferring European taxi driver's personal data to the United States of America in breach of the GDPR. The AP fined Uber EUR…
ACM investigation into the sale of fake online reviews
Announced ACM investigation into the sale of fake online reviews
On 22 August 2024, the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) announced it was opening an investigation into the sale of fake online reviews. The investigation seeks to tackle online deception by sellers of fake reviews and websites u…