https://digitalpolicyalert.org/activity-tracker?offset=0&limit=30An independent, timely and accessible record of policy and regulatory changes affecting the digital economy. - Powered by AtomRSSAtomRSScontact@atomgroup.dev (AtomRSS)enhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/img/main_image.pnghttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/activity-tracker?offset=0&limit=30Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:03:21 GMT5On 2 August 2026, the California Artificial Intelligence (AI) Transparency Act enters into force with grace period, introducing design obligations for generative artificial intelligence systems, large online platforms, and capture-device manufacture…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/16533-design-requirements-in-california-ai-transparency-act-ab-853https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/16533-design-requirements-in-california-ai-transparency-act-ab-853Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMTUnited States of Americaonline advertising providerplatform intermediary: user-generated contentML and AI developmentsearch service providerplatform intermediary: otherUnited States of AmericaDesign and testing standardsadoptedOn 31 July 2026, the Regulation extending the Interim Regulation's derogation from certain provisions of the ePrivacy Directive entered into force. It allows electronic communications services to continue voluntary detection, removal and reporting o…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17548-regulation-extending-interim-regulations-derogation-from-eprivacy-directive-until-2028-20250429https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17548-regulation-extending-interim-regulations-derogation-from-eprivacy-directive-until-2028-20250429Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unioncross-cuttingEuropean UnionData governancein forceOn 27 July 2026, the Regulation on the simplification of the implementation of harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Digital Omnibus on AI Regulation) entered into force with grace period. The design requirements under Articles 12, 13(1), 14 …https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17214-design-requirements-for-high-risk-ai-systems-in-digital-omnibus-on-ai-regulation-20250359https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17214-design-requirements-for-high-risk-ai-systems-in-digital-omnibus-on-ai-regulation-20250359Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMTEuropean UnionML and AI developmentEuropean UnionDesign and testing standardsin forceOn 1 July 2026, the order under the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act 2019, designating The Online Citizen's (TOC) alternate website and Heidoh's website as declared online locations (DOLs), enters into force. The designation wa…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/20130-ministry-of-digital-development-and-information-investigation-into-the-online-citizen-and-heidoh-regarding-dissemination-of-online-falsehoodshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/20130-ministry-of-digital-development-and-information-investigation-into-the-online-citizen-and-heidoh-regarding-dissemination-of-online-falsehoodsTue, 30 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMTSingaporeonline advertising providerplatform intermediary: user-generated contentSingaporeContent moderationin forceOn 11 May 2026, the Governor of Connecticut signed the Act Concerning Online Safety as Public Act 26-15. Section 1 applies to subscription-based providers of artificial intelligence technology and prohibits such providers from entering into or renew…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/19381-ai-consumer-transparency-and-minor-user-protection-regulation-in-an-act-concerning-online-safety-public-act-26-15https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/19381-ai-consumer-transparency-and-minor-user-protection-regulation-in-an-act-concerning-online-safety-public-act-26-15Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 GMTUnited States of AmericaML and AI developmentUnited States of AmericaConsumer protectionadoptedOn 1 May 2026, the Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation (TTBER) enters into force, replacing the previous regulatory framework for technology licensing. The regulation exempts certain categories of technology transfer agreements from the p…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/12841-revision-of-technology-transfer-block-exemption-regulation-and-guidelineshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/12841-revision-of-technology-transfer-block-exemption-regulation-and-guidelinesThu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unioncross-cuttingEuropean UnionCompetitionin forceBy 20 April 2026, the European Commission must develop, promote and maintain a user-friendly digital interactive tool in accordance with Article 20(8) of Directive (EU) 2025/2647. This implementation obligation arises following the Directive’s entry…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/7397-eu-review-of-framework-on-alternative-dispute-resolution-for-consumershttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/7397-eu-review-of-framework-on-alternative-dispute-resolution-for-consumersSun, 19 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unionplatform intermediary: e-commerceEuropean UnionConsumer protectionin forceOn 1 April 2026, the final rule on personal financial data rights came into force for depository institutions with at least USD 250 billion in total assets and non-depository institutions with at least USD 10 billion in revenue. The rule mandates fi…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/7419-cfpb-personal-financial-data-rights-rulehttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/7419-cfpb-personal-financial-data-rights-ruleTue, 31 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMTUnited States of Americadigital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)other service providerUnited States of AmericaData governancein forceOn 24 March 2026, the Digital Content Provenance Standards Act was signed by the governor. The Act establishes technical standards for the embedding and preservation of provenance data across the digital content supply chain. Large online platforms,…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/19002-digital-content-provenance-standards-act-no-hb-276https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/19002-digital-content-provenance-standards-act-no-hb-276Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMTUnited States of Americaplatform intermediary: user-generated contenttechnological consumer goodsUnited States of AmericaDesign and testing standardsadoptedOn 10 March 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) adopted the baseline standards for automated anti-money laundering solutions for financial institutions. The standard applies to all CBN-regulated financial institutions, mobile money operators, an…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/14858-central-bank-of-nigeria-baseline-standards-for-automated-anti-money-laundering-aml-solutionshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/14858-central-bank-of-nigeria-baseline-standards-for-automated-anti-money-laundering-aml-solutionsMon, 09 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMTNigeriadigital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)ML and AI developmentother service providerNigeriaConsumer protectionadoptedOn 1 March 2026, the Rules for centralised management of the public communications network enter into force, establishing cybersecurity regulation for network management. The Rules define threats to the security and functioning of the Internet and t…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17093-cybersecurity-regulation-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17093-cybersecurity-regulation-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkSat, 28 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMTRussiainfrastructure provider: internet and telecom servicesinfrastructure provider: network hardware and equipmentRussiaData governanceadoptedOn 1 March 2026, the Rules for centralised management of the public communications network enter into force, granting state authorities operational access for network management. The Rules authorise the Federal Service for Supervision of Communicati…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17092-government-access-to-data-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17092-government-access-to-data-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkSat, 28 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMTRussiainfrastructure provider: internet and telecom servicesinfrastructure provider: network hardware and equipmentRussiaData governancein forceOn 1 March 2026, the Rules for centralised management of the public communications network enter into force, establishing mandatory participation conditions for designated entities. The Rules require operators of communications, owners or holders o…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17091-organisational-requirements-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17091-organisational-requirements-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkSat, 28 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMTRussiainfrastructure provider: internet and telecom servicesinfrastructure provider: network hardware and equipmentRussiaOther operating conditionsadoptedOn 1 March 2026, Decree No. 1667 on approval of the Rules for centralised management of the public communications network enters into force, establishing content moderation regulation as part of cybersecurity management. The Rules define a threat to…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17090-content-moderation-regulation-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17090-content-moderation-regulation-in-decree-no-1667-on-approval-of-the-rules-for-centralised-management-of-the-public-communications-networkSat, 28 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMTRussiainfrastructure provider: internet and telecom servicesplatform intermediary: user-generated contentRussiaContent moderationin forceOn 6 February 2026, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued the guidelines for accessibility of content on platforms of publishers of online curated content (OTT Platforms) for persons with hearing and visual impairment. The guidelines s…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/16518-guidelines-for-accessibility-of-content-on-platforms-of-publishers-of-online-curated-contenthttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/16518-guidelines-for-accessibility-of-content-on-platforms-of-publishers-of-online-curated-contentThu, 05 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMTIndiastreaming service providerplatform intermediary: otherIndiaDesign and testing standardsadoptedOn 2 February 2026, Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) Resolution No. 520 regulating the formation and operation of companies providing virtual asset services enters into force. The Resolution sets out the obligations of authorised virtual-asset service p…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17147-central-bank-of-brazil-resolution-no-520-regulating-the-formation-and-operation-of-companies-providing-virtual-asset-services-and-the-provision-of-virtual-asset-services-by-other-institutions-authorised-to-operate-by-the-central-bank-of-brazilhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/17147-central-bank-of-brazil-resolution-no-520-regulating-the-formation-and-operation-of-companies-providing-virtual-asset-services-and-the-provision-of-virtual-asset-services-by-other-institutions-authorised-to-operate-by-the-central-bank-of-brazilSun, 01 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMTBrazildigital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)BrazilConsumer protectionadoptedOn 1 January 2026, the Regulation on the safety of toys and repealing Directive 2009/48/EC enters into force with a grace period. The Regulation requires all toys to have a Digital Product Passport (DPP) to prevent unsafe toys from entering the EU m…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/14126-regulation-on-safety-of-toyshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/14126-regulation-on-safety-of-toysWed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Uniontechnological consumer goodsEuropean UnionConsumer protectionin grace periodOn 1 January 2026, the Law on Personal Data Protection enters into force. The Law states that organisations and individuals handling personal data must obtain clear consent from data subjects before processing their data, with special provisions for…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/11068-data-protection-regulation-in-draft-law-on-personal-data-protectionhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/11068-data-protection-regulation-in-draft-law-on-personal-data-protectionWed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMTVietnamcross-cuttingVietnamData governancein grace periodOn 1 January 2026, the risk assessment provisions of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) regulations enter into force. From this date, businesses subject to these obligations must establish and maintain procedures to conduct risk assessments …https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/6963-california-risk-assessment-regulationshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/6963-california-risk-assessment-regulationsWed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMTUnited States of Americacross-cuttingUnited States of AmericaData governancein forceOn 1 January 2026, the regulations adopted under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) enter into force following approval by the California Office of Administrative Law on 23 September 2025, establishing mandatory cybersecurity audit obligatio…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/6949-california-cybersecurity-audit-regulationshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/6949-california-cybersecurity-audit-regulationsWed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMTUnited States of Americacross-cuttingUnited States of AmericaData governancein grace periodOn 19 December 2025, the European Commission adopted an implementing decision amending implementing decision (EU) 2021/1772 to confirm the United Kingdom's continued adequacy status for personal data protection. The decision applies to all controlle…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/13730-commission-implementing-decision-on-extension-on-adequacy-decision-for-united-kingdomhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/13730-commission-implementing-decision-on-extension-on-adequacy-decision-for-united-kingdomThu, 18 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unioncross-cuttingEuropean UnionData governancein forceOn 18 September 2025, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) Corporations (Stablecoin Distribution Exemption) Instrument 2025/631 entered into force following its registration on the Federal Register of Legislation. The instrum…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/16230-australian-securities-and-investments-commission-corporations-stablecoin-distribution-exemption-instrument-2025631https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/16230-australian-securities-and-investments-commission-corporations-stablecoin-distribution-exemption-instrument-2025631Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMTAustraliadigital payment provider (incl. cryptocurrencies)AustraliaAuthorisation, registration and licensingin forceOn 18 July 2025, the Council of the European Union adopted a Directive amending Council Directive 2006/112/EC to update value added tax (VAT) rules for distance sales of imported goods and the Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) scheme. Member States must t…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/14661-european-union-approach-to-vat-for-e-commerce-imports-and-distance-saleshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/14661-european-union-approach-to-vat-for-e-commerce-imports-and-distance-salesThu, 17 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unionplatform intermediary: e-commerceEuropean UnionTaxationadoptedOn 14 April 2025, Council Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/518 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) No. 282/2011 as regards information requirements for certain VAT schemes entered into force with grace period. The Regulation introduces new obliga…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/11733-council-directive-amending-implementing-regulation-eu-2822011-as-regards-information-requirements-for-certain-vat-schemeshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/11733-council-directive-amending-implementing-regulation-eu-2822011-as-regards-information-requirements-for-certain-vat-schemesSun, 13 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unioncross-cuttingEuropean UnionTaxationin grace periodOn 14 April 2025, Article 1 of Council Directive (EU) 2025/516 amending Directive 2006/112/EC entered into force. The amendments empower Member States to mandate the issuance of electronic invoices by taxable persons operating within their territory…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/4990-council-directive-amending-directive-2006112ec-as-regards-vat-rules-for-the-digital-agehttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/4990-council-directive-amending-directive-2006112ec-as-regards-vat-rules-for-the-digital-ageSun, 13 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unioncross-cuttingEuropean UnionTaxationin grace periodOn 14 April 2025, the Council Regulation amending Regulation (EU) No 904/2010 as regards the VAT administrative cooperation arrangements needed for the digital age entered into force with grace period. The amendments are part of the broader VAT in t…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/4989-regulation-amending-regulation-eu-no-9042010-as-regards-the-vat-administrative-cooperation-arrangements-needed-for-the-digital-agehttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/4989-regulation-amending-regulation-eu-no-9042010-as-regards-the-vat-administrative-cooperation-arrangements-needed-for-the-digital-ageSun, 13 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unioncross-cuttingEuropean UnionTaxationin forceOn 25 March 2025, the European Health Data Space (EHDS) Regulation (2025/327) entered into force with a grace period. The Regulation facilitates access to electronic health data for primary use in healthcare and secondary use for research, policy ma…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/3347-regulation-establishing-a-european-health-data-space-ehds-including-rules-for-portability-and-sharing-of-health-datahttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/3347-regulation-establishing-a-european-health-data-space-ehds-including-rules-for-portability-and-sharing-of-health-dataMon, 24 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMTEuropean Unioncross-cuttingEuropean UnionData governancein grace periodOn 17 March 2025, the Department of Commerce’s rule prohibiting the sale and import of connected consumer vehicles and supporting hardware and software systems from the People's Republic of China (PRC) and Russia comes into force with a grace period…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/8819-investigation-into-national-security-risks-of-connected-vehicles-from-countries-of-concernhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/8819-investigation-into-national-security-risks-of-connected-vehicles-from-countries-of-concernSun, 16 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMTUnited States of Americatechnological consumer goodssoftware provider: other softwareUnited States of AmericaInternational tradein grace periodOn 1 March 2024, the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology, and Mass Media (Roskomnadzor) order No. 168, amending the criteria for including websites in the prohibited resources registry, entered into force. The o…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/8919-roskomandzor-order-no-168-amending-criteria-for-including-website-to-prohibited-resources-registryhttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/8919-roskomandzor-order-no-168-amending-criteria-for-including-website-to-prohibited-resources-registryThu, 29 Feb 2024 16:00:00 GMTRussiaother service providersoftware provider: other softwareRussiaContent moderationin forceOn 1 September 2023, the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media (Roskomnadzor) order outlining criteria for including sites containing prohibited information in the register of prohibited sites enter…https://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/6988-roskomnadzor-criteria-for-including-sites-containing-prohibited-information-in-the-register-of-prohibited-siteshttps://digitalpolicyalert.org/change/6988-roskomnadzor-criteria-for-including-sites-containing-prohibited-information-in-the-register-of-prohibited-sitesThu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:00 GMTRussiainfrastructure provider: internet and telecom servicesplatform intermediary: user-generated contentplatform intermediary: otherRussiaContent moderationin force