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.
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Ofcom guidance on Online Safety Act's applicability to Generative AI and chatbots
Adopted Ofcom guidance on Online Safety Act’s applicability to Generative AI and chatbots
On 8 November 2024, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) issued an open letter to online service providers providing guidance and detailing the Online Safety Act’s applicability to Generative AI and chatbots. The guidance clarifies that platforms al…
CRTC Code of Conduct Respecting Bargaining in Relation to Online News Content
Closed consultation on CRTC Code of Conduct Respecting Bargaining in Relation to Online News Content
On 7 November 2024, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) closes a consultation on the CRTC Code of Conduct Respecting Bargaining in Relation to Online News Content. The Code aims to enforce fair bargaining practices…
PIPC joint deepfake sex crime response plan of related ministries
Adopted PIPC joint deepfake sex crime response plan of related ministries including strengthening measures to respond to deepfake sexual crimes
On 6 November 2024, South Korea's Personal Information Protection Committee (PIPC) published a joint deepfake sex crime response plan of related ministries, focusing on interagency cooperation and preventive measures. The plan introduces stricter pe…
Lawsuit against TikTok over alleged failure to delete online content classified as illegal (Case No. 12-1882/2024)
Issued ruling in lawsuit against TikTok over alleged failure to delete online content classified as illegal
On 5 November 2024, the Tagansky District of Moscow issued a ruling against TikTok Pte. Ltd. (Case No. 12-1882/2024), imposing a fine of RUB 4 million (approx. USD 40'725). TikTok was found in violation of Part 2 of Article 13.41 of the Code of Admi…
Lawsuit against Mozilla over alleged failure to delete online content classified as illegal (Case No. 05-3744/2024)
Issued ruling in lawsuit against Mozilla over alleged failure to delete online content classified as illegal
On 5 November 2024, the Tagansky District Court of Moscow issued a ruling against Mozilla Corporation (Case No. 05-3744/2024), imposing a fine of RUB 3.5 million (approx. USD 35’633). Mozilla was found in violation of Part 2 of Article 13.41 of the …
Ministry of Home Affairs investigation into false statements reposted on Facebook and Instagram from TJC's October posts
Issued MHA order to POFMA Office to issue targeted correction directions to Meta pertaining to alleged false statements on executions and drug trafficking
On 5 November 2024, the Ministry of Home Affairs of Singapore (MHA) issued an order to the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act Office (POFMA Office) to issue targeted correction directions to Meta Platforms. The order relates to t…
Bill No. 32/XVI/1st implementing Digital Services Act, designating competent authorities and coordinator, outlining intermediary obligations, and establishing sanctions framework
Introduced Bill No. 32/XVI/1st to implement Digital Services Act, including designating competent authorities and coordinator, outlining intermediary obligations, and establishing sanctions framework
On 4 November 2024, the Bill No. 32/XVI/1st implementing the Digital Services Act (DSA) (Regulation (EU) 2022/2065) was presented to the Parliament. The Bill designates the National Communications Authority (ANACOM) as the Digital Services Coordinat…
Revising Existing Procedures on Reporting via Technology Act (REPORT Act/SB 474)
Implemented Revising Existing Procedures on Reporting via Technology Act (REPORT Act/SB 474)
On 3 November 2024, the Revising Existing Procedures on Reporting via Technology Act (REPORT Act/SB 474) enters into force. The Act includes mandatory reporting obligations for online platforms to the National CyberTipline regarding online sexual ex…
CAC campaign on rectification of information content issues in the same city section in online platforms
Announced CAC campaign on rectification of information content issues in the same city section in online platforms
On 31 October 2024, the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission (CAC) launched a two-month campaign titled “Clear and Bright: Rectification of Information Content Issues in the Same City Section.” This campaign applies to platforms with location-based…
OAG inquiry into Meta for alleged failure to combat misinformation online relating to Covid-19 vaccine
Issued OAG findings following inquiry into Meta for alleged failure to combat misinformation online relating to Covid-19 vaccine
On 31 October 2024, the Office of the Attorney General of Columbia (OAG) announced the closure of the inquiry into Meta for alleged failure to combat misinformation online relating to the COVID-19 vaccine. The inquiry applied to Meta's practices con…