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.
39 events advancing 17 policy or regulatory changes:
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Testing requirement in Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law
Finalised Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention including testing requirement
On 15 March 2024, the Committee on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) of the Council of Europe finalised the 'Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention', which includes testing requirements. The document ai…
Design requirement in Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law
Finalised Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention including design requirement
On 15 March 2024, the Committee on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) of the Council of Europe finalised the 'Artificial Intelligence, Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law Framework Convention', including design requirements. The document aims to …
Lawsuit on law requiring access to encrypted messages by authorities (Podchasov v Russia)
Issued ECtHR ruling in lawsuit against the law requiring access to encrypted messages by authorities (Podchasov v Russia)
On 13 February 2024, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) issued a ruling in the case of Podchasov v Russia (33696/19), which concerned a statutory requirement in Russia for internet communication organisers to store communication data for a l…
Guidelines on the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence systems in journalism
Adopted Guidelines on the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence systems in journalism, including AI provider responsibilities
On 30 November 2023, the Council of Europe Intergovernmental Steering Committee on Media and The Information Society (CDMSI) adopted the Guidelines on the responsible implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI)systems in journalism, outlining the…
UNESCO guidelines for the governance of digital platforms and safeguarding freedom of expression and access to information
UNESCO guidelines for the governance of digital platforms and safeguarding freedom of expression and access to information
On 6 November 2023, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) published guidelines for the governance of social media platforms and safeguarding freedom of expression and access to information. The report emphasis…
Initiative on International Trade and Economic Cooperation Framework for Digital Economy and Green Development
Announced Initiative on International Trade and Economic Cooperation Framework for Digital Economy and Green Development
On 18 October 2023, in the context of the Belt and Road Forum, China, together with 35 other countries, announced the Initiative on International Trade and Economic Cooperation Framework for Digital Economy and Green Development. The Initiative is b…
OECD/G20 Two-Pillar-Approach regarding the Taxation of the Digital Economy
Published OECD Multilateral Convention to Implement Amount A of Pillar One (MLC)
On 11 October 2023, the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework adopted the Multilateral Convention to Implement Amount A of Pillar One (MLC). The MLC reflects the existing consensus of the members of the Inclusive Framework, which is aimed at addressing tax c…
Switzerland Ratification of the Council of Europe Convention No. 108 on Data Protection (CETS No. 223)
Ratified Council of Europe Convention No. 108 on Data Protection (CETS No. 223 Protocol)
On 7 September 2023, Switzerland ratified the amending Protocol to the Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regard to the Processing of Personal Data (CETS 223). The CETS 223 is a globally recognised and legally binding agreement aimed …
European Council Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data under Convention 108
Adopted Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data
On 27 June 2023, the Council of Europe announced it had adopted the Model Contractual Clauses for the Transfer of Personal Data from Controller to Controller under the Amending Protocol to the Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regard…
Serbia-Cyprus Memorandum of Understanding on Cybersecurity Cooperation
Signed Serbia-Cyprus Memorandum of Understanding on Electronic Communications and Cybersecurity Cooperation
On 7 June 2023, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding cybersecurity was signed between representatives of the Republic of Cyprus and the Republic of Serbia. The MoU highlights the recognition of the importance of cooperation between Serbia a…