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.
99 events advancing 65 policy or regulatory changes:
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SEC Coordinated Action to Block Unauthorised Access to Digital Asset Service Providers' Platforms
Issued ruling in SEC Coordinated Action to Block Unauthorised Access to Digital Asset Service Providers' Platforms
On 19 April 2024, the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society and other relevant agencies, implemented an order to block access to unauthorised digital asset service platforms.…
Rules on the criteria for protecting personal data sent or transferred abroad according to Section 29 of PDPA
Implemented rules on the criteria for protecting personal data sent or transferred abroad according to Section 29 of PDPA
On 24 March 2024, Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) implemented rules regarding the criteria for protecting personal data sent or transferred abroad according to Section 29 of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). The order spe…
Rules on the criteria for protecting personal data sent or transferred abroad according to Section 28 of PDPA
Implemented rules on the criteria for protecting personal data sent or transferred abroad according to Section 28 of PDPA
On 24 March 2024, Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) implemented rules regarding the criteria for protecting personal data sent or transferred abroad according to Section 28 of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). The order out…
Ministry of Digital Economy and Society investigation into online gambling website
Announced DES investigation into online gambling website
On 22 March 2024, the Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DES) announced the launch of an investigation into an online gambling website. The Ministry of DES, in coordination with Internet Service Providers (ISPs), has taken measures to temporar…
'ETDA DPS NOTIFIED' Mark for General Digital Platforms in Thailand
Implemented "ETDA DPS NOTIFIED" Mark Application System for General Digital Platforms
On 6 March 2024, the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society in Thailand implemented the system for applying for the "ETDA DPS NOTIFIED" mark for "General Digital Platforms". The mark is avail…
Decision on WTO E-commerce Moratorium
Extension of the WTO Moratorium on Customs Duties on Electronic Transmissions at MC13
On 1 March 2024, the Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) adopted a decision to continue the Work Programme on Electronic Commerce. The decision includes a specific focus on the development needs of developing and least-devel…
Trade Competition Commission Investigation into E-Commerce Business Operators for Allegedly Unfairly Increasing Service Fees
Issued Trade Competition Commission's decision on unfair service fee increase by e-commerce operators Company G Co and Company H Co
On 28 February 2024, the Trade Competition Commission of Thailand issued a decision on a case involving electronic commerce platform operators Company G Co and Company H Co. The companies were accused of unfairly raising service fees. The complainan…
Ministry of Digital for Economy and Society Investigation into Personal Data Trading Network
Issued Ministry of Digital for Economy and Society findings following investigation into Personal Data Trading Network
On 15 February 2024, the Ministry of Digital for Economic and Social Affairs (MICT) of Thailand announced the findings of investigations into the personal data trading networks, which resulted in the arrest of nine individuals involved in the illega…
ASEAN-China Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in Communications, Digital and Technology for 2024-2029
Announced ASEAN-China Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in Communications, Digital and Technology for 2024-2029
On 2 February 2024, the announcement was made regarding the results of the fourth ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting 2024. Notably, during the meeting, the ADGMIN and China jointly welcomed the ASEAN-China Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperati…
Thai SEC investigation into Zipmex
Issued interim ruling in Thai SEC investigation into Zipmex
On 2 February 2024, the Thai Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) issued an interim ruling against cryptocurrency exchange Zipmex as part of an ongoing investigation into its financial position and operational deficiencies. Specifically, the SE…