Andreea Lisievici

Sweden's PTS Launches E-Service for Cyber Security Act Compliance

Sweden’s Post and Telecom Authority Launches E-Service for Cyber Security Act Compliance

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On 24 June 2024, the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority (PTS) introduced an e-service, ‘Are we covered by the CSL?’, to help companies determine if they fall under the new Cyber Security Act, effective 1 January 2025. The Act, which implements the NIS 2 Directive, mandates companies in digital infrastructure, ICT services management, space, postal and courier services, and digital supply to register with PTS. This tool is advisory and assists in evaluating compliance, though final responsibility lies with the companies.

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The Nordic Data Protection Authorities, led by Denmark's Datatilsynet, released guidelines to protect children's data in online gaming. This document emphasizes four key GDPR principles: fairness, transparency, data minimization, and accountability. It aims to guide game developers in ensuring responsible data practices, highlighting the special protections required for children's personal data. These guidelines were formulated in response to the growing digital gaming industry and the need for enhanced privacy measures for young players.

Nordic DPAs Publish Guidance to Strengthen Children’s Data Protection in Online Gaming

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The Nordic Data Protection Authorities, led by Denmark’s Datatilsynet, released guidelines to protect children’s data in online gaming. This document emphasizes four key GDPR principles: fairness, transparency, data minimization, and accountability. It aims to guide game developers in ensuring responsible data practices, highlighting the special protections required for children’s personal data. These guidelines were formulated in response to the growing digital gaming industry and the need for enhanced privacy measures for young players.

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The New York Governor signed the SAFE for Kids Act, targeting social media platforms' addictive feeds for minors. Defined as feeds using algorithms to engage users based on their behavior, the act prohibits such feeds for users under 18 without parental consent, and mandates platforms to use reasonable methods to verify age. If violated, the New York Attorney General can impose penalties of up to $5,000 per infraction. The act, designed to protect children's mental health, will take effect 108 days post-regulation by the AG's office.

SAFE for Kids Act Signed into Law in New York

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The New York Governor signed the SAFE for Kids Act, targeting social media platforms’ addictive feeds for minors. Defined as feeds using algorithms to engage users based on their behavior, the act prohibits such feeds for users under 18 without parental consent, and mandates platforms to use reasonable methods to verify age. If violated, the New York Attorney General can impose penalties of up to $5,000 per infraction. The act, designed to protect children’s mental health, will take effect 108 days post-regulation by the AG’s office.

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The Belgian Data Protection Authority published its 2023 annual report, highlighting a year of renewal and strengthened collaboration internally and with European partners. Key initiatives focused on cookie compliance and enhanced support for data protection officers (DPOs). The DPA participated in significant decisions involving TikTok and Meta, reflecting its commitment to robust data protection. Complaints and mediation requests rose, with notable focus on direct marketing and data breaches, underscoring the DPA's ongoing dedication to privacy and public awareness.

Belgium DPA Publishes 2023 Annual Report

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The Belgian Data Protection Authority published its 2023 annual report, highlighting a year of renewal and strengthened collaboration internally and with European partners. Key initiatives focused on cookie compliance and enhanced support for data protection officers (DPOs). The DPA participated in significant decisions involving TikTok and Meta, reflecting its commitment to robust data protection. Complaints and mediation requests rose, with notable focus on direct marketing and data breaches, underscoring the DPA’s ongoing dedication to privacy and public awareness.

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