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.
180 events advancing 81 policy or regulatory changes:
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European Commission investigation into 6 very large online platforms and 2 very large online search engines regarding implemented measures addressing generative AI risks under DSA
Issued EU Commission binding request for information to Microsoft under the Digital Services Act on generative AI risks on Bing
On 17 May 2024, the European Commission issued a legally binding request for information to Microsoft regarding the generative artificial intelligence (AI) features of Bing, including "Copilot in Bing" and "Image Creator by Designer". The binding r…
European Commission investigation into Viagogo regarding compliance with DSA
Announced Viagogo's commitment to improve terms and consumer information following Commission and EU consumer authorities inquiries
On 16 May 2024, the European Commission announced that Viagogo has committed to improving consumer information regarding ticket resale conditions and discontinuing excessive countdown messages. Following a dialogue initiated by the Consumer Protecti…
EU Commission investigation into Meta's compliance with requirements regarding protection of minors under the DSA
Opened EU Commission formal investigation into Meta for alleged breach of DSA in regards to protection of minors
On 16 May 2024, the European Commission announced the opening of a formal investigation into Meta regarding its compliance with the Digital Service Act (DSA), specifically focusing on the protection of minors. The Commission's investigation will foc…
Digital Services Act 2024 I No. 149 (DDG) implementing the European Digital Services Act (DSA) designating German competent authorities and coordinator
Implemented Digital Services Act (DSA) designating Federal Network Agency as digital services coordinator
On 14 May 2024, the Digital Services Act (DSA) designating the Federal Network Agency as digital services coordinator entered into force. The Act implements the measures required in the European Union Regulation on a single market for digital servic…
European Commission and Office of Communications administrative arrangement on enforcement of Online Safety Act and Digital Service Act
Signed European Commission and Ofcom administrative arrangement on enforcement of Online Safety Act and Digital Service Act
On 13 May 2024, the European Commission and the UK's Office of Communications (Ofcom) announced the signing of the administrative arrangement for the enforcement of the Online Safety Act and Digital Service Act (DSA). The collaboration aims to suppo…
AGCOM investigation into Meta regarding alleged violation of copyright following a complaint from Consumer Advisory Services
Issued AGCOM ruling in investigation into Meta regarding alleged violation of copyright following a complaint from Consumer Advisory Services
On 30 April 2024, the Italian Communications Authority (AGCOM) issued a ruling in the investigation initiated following a complaint submitted by the Consumer Advisory Service against Meta regarding an alleged violation of copyright. Specifically, th…
European Commission Digital Services Act whistleblower tool
Announced establishment of European Commission Digital Services Act whistleblower tool
On 30 April 2024, the European Commission announced the establishment of the Digital Services Act (DSA) Whistleblower Tool. The tool is designed to allow individuals possessing information about very large online platforms (VLOPs) and search engines…
European Commission's second decision designating Very Large Online Platforms under the Digital Services Act
Implemented additional obligations for XVideos as Very Large Online Platform under Digital Services Act
On 23 April 2024, additional obligations for adult entertainment platform XVideos as Very Large Online Platform under the Digital Services Act (DSA) came into effect. The additional obligations include submitting risk assessment reports to the Commi…
EU Commission investigation into TikTok's compliance with DSA requirements to address illegal content and disinformation
Launched EU Commission formal investigation into TikTok concerning the launch of TikTok Lite in France and Spain
On 22 April 2024, the European Commission announced it had initiated formal proceedings to investigate TikTok concerning the launch of TikTok Lite in France and Spain under the Digital Services Act (DSA). The Commission will assess whether the compa…
Law No. 50/2024 implementing the Digital Services Act (DSA) and designating Romanian competent authorities and coordinator
Entry into force of Romanian Act to implement the Digital Services Act (Law No. 50/2024)
On 18 April 2024, the Bill to implement the Digital Services Act (Law No. 50/2024) came into effect. The Act aims to harmonise Romanian legislation with the requirements for digital services under the DSA. Key provisions include the designation of t…