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.
167 events advancing 110 policy or regulatory changes:
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DOJ and 16 state attorneys general lawsuit against Apple over alleged monopolisation of smartphone markets
Announced DOJ and 16 state attorneys general lawsuit against Apple over alleged monopolisation of smartphone markets
On 21 March 2024, the US Department of Justice (DOJ), joined by 16 state and district attorneys general, filed a lawsuit against Apple for alleged monopolisation or attempted monopolisation of smartphone markets in violation of Section 2 of the Sher…
Implementation Rules for Product Quality Supervision and Random Inspections
Closed public consultation on Implementation Rules for Product Quality Supervision and Random Inspections
On 19 March 2024, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) closed the public consultation on the revised implementation rules for 147 types of product quality supervision and random inspections, including servers. The revisions aim to i…
ACM investigation into TI-84shop for allegedly using unfair business practices
Issued ACM blocking order following investigation into TI-84shop for allegedly using unfair business practices
On 14 March 2024, the Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) shut down the online store TI-84shop with judicial authorisation, marking the first time such action has been taken by the consumer protection authority. TI84 shop, which sold con…
Interoperability Regulation in the Electronic Communications Law (PKE)
Closed Consultation on the Electronic Communications Law (PKE) including interoperability regulation
On 12 March 2024, the Ministry of Digitalisation closed the public consultation on the new Electronic Communications Act, which includes an interoperability regulation. The Act introduces the concept of harmonised frequencies. These are frequencies …
FCC Requests for Information to Online Marketplaces Regarding Sale of Insecure IoT Devices
Issued FCC Requests for Information to Online Marketplaces Regarding Sale of Insecure IoT Devices
On 8 March 2024, FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks initiated an investigation into the sale of insecure Internet of Things (IoT) devices that violate FCC equipment authorisation requirements. Letters were sent to five online marketplaces, including A…
Consumer and Market Authority and National Digital Infrastructure Inspectorate inquiry into smart devices
Issued ACM and RDI findings following joint inquiry into smart devices
On 4 March 2024, the Consumer and Market Authority (ACM) and the National Digital Infrastructure Inspectorate (RDI) published the results of the investigation into the operation and security of smart devices. The investigation focused on compliance …
Department of Commerce Rule on Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain Concerning Connected Vehicles
Issued Department of Commerce Notice of Rulemaking on Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain Concerning Connected Vehicles
On 29 February 2024, the Department of Commerce (DOC), under the direction of President Biden, issued a notice of rulemaking on securing the information and communications technology and services supply chain concerning connected vehicles. The DOC a…
KISA and MIST Security Guide to Protect Users' Data on Network Attached Storage Servers
Adopted KISA and MIST Security Guide to Protect Users' Data on Network Attached Storage Servers
On 28 February 2024, the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) and the Ministry of Science and Information and Communication Technology (MIST) adopted a network-attached storage (NAS) security guide. The guide aims to enhance data protection for u…
FCC inquiry into framework to ensure car manufacturers and wireless carriers are taking steps to assist abuse survivors
Announced FCC inquiry into framework to ensure car manufacturers and wireless carriers are taking steps to assist abuse survivors
On 28 February 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that the agency would conduct an inquiry to determine how the current legal framework can be used to prevent the misuse of connected car services for harassment and intimidat…
Public lawsuit against Automators LLC et al. regarding possible violation of consumer protection regulations
Announced Settlement in public lawsuit against Automators LLC et al. regarding possible violation of consumer protection regulations
On 26 February 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a settlement regarding the public lawsuit against Roman Cresto, John Cresto, Andrew Chapman, and their companies, including Automators AI, Empire Ecommerce, and Onyx Distribution. The…