Czech Republic

EU Digital Identity Wallets to be provided by member states: Member states of the EU are expected to provide EU Digital Identity Wallets, which can include a token of age, by the end of 2026.

Launch of 'DSA for YOUth: Protecting minors by design' campaign: Official launch of a campaign raising awareness about how the Digital Services Act and its guidelines on the protection of minors create safer digital spaces for youth.

EC President's State of the Union address on minors' social media access: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen indicated that the EC would examine 'unfettered access to social media' by minors and consider tougher restrictions. (Note: Date as per source, may be a typo for an earlier year).

European Commission published guidelines on protection of minors under the DSA: The Commission published guidelines to assist online platform providers in implementing Article 28 of the DSA, focusing on appropriate and proportionate measures for minors' privacy, safety, and security online. (Note: Date as per source, may be a typo for an earlier year).

Digital ID for all other public authorities and obliged persons: The ability to prove identity using a digital copy of an ID card became mandatory for all other public authorities and persons legally obliged to verify identity by presenting a public document.

Digital Economy Act awaiting discussion: An article published on this date notes that the upcoming Digital Economy Act, which transposes the DSA into Czech law, is awaiting discussion in the Chamber of Deputies.

Digital ID for state authorities, regions, and municipalities: The ability to prove identity using a digital copy of an ID card became mandatory for state authorities (not central), regions, and municipalities with extended powers.

Digital Services Act (DSA) fully applicable in EU: The EU's Digital Services Act (Regulation (EU) 2022/2065) became fully applicable to all online platforms and intermediary services in the European Union, including the Czech Republic.

Digital ID for central administrative authorities: The ability to prove identity using a digital copy of an ID card became mandatory for central administrative authorities.

Digital Services Act (DSA) partially effective at EU level: The EU's Digital Services Act (Regulation (EU) 2022/2065) became partially effective, with earlier applicability for Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs).

ČTÚ created new department for digital regulation: The Czech Telecommunication Office (ČTÚ) created a new department (oddělení dozoru specializovaných agend) to specialize in digital regulation, preparing for new obligations.

Act No. 242/2022 Coll., on video sharing platform services: Brought internet platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram under similar content regulations as traditional and internet-based television, extending advertising regulations and restrictions for content targeting children.

Act No. 132/2010 Coll. amended: Act No. 132/2010 Coll. was amended to align with the revised EU Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD).

Act No. 12/2020 Coll., on the right to digital services: Regulates the right to digital services and digital acts for physical and legal persons interacting with public authorities, and establishes the Digital and Information Agency.

Act No. 181/2014 Coll., the Cyber Security Act: Establishes the basic legal framework for cybersecurity in the Czech Republic.

Act No. 132/2010 Coll., on on-demand audio-visual services: Transposes the EU's Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD) into Czech law, mandating measures to protect minors from harmful content in on-demand services.

Act No. 231/2001 Coll., on the operation of radio and television broadcasting: Regulates traditional broadcasting and includes provisions for the protection of minors.