Observed Signal · Oct 4, 2024 · Policy Update · Source: Trending Topics · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
NIS2 Cybersecurity Law Delayed in Austria and Germany Until 2025
The EU's NIS2 cybersecurity directive, originally due to take effect on October 18, 2024, will be delayed in both Austria and Germany. Germany's Interior Ministry does not expect a timely introduction, while Austria's draft NISG 2024 failed to secure the required two-thirds parliamentary majority. NIS2 applies to critical infrastructure sectors including energy, banking, transport, healthcare, digital infrastructure, and public administration, and would also capture companies with more than 50 employees and over €10 million in revenue, such as operators of online marketplaces. According to Nimbusec's CyberRisk Report, one in three Austrian businesses would fall under its scope. Germany now targets implementation in Q1 2025; Austria's timeline depends on ongoing coalition negotiations, with the Austrian Economic Chamber (WKO) expecting rules to take effect in 2025. Businesses are advised to begin compliance preparations, as implementation can take many months.
NIS2 is a major EU cybersecurity regulation affecting digital infrastructure, cloud, and online marketplace operators in Austria and Germany; the delay gives affected companies more preparation time but does not specifically target AdTech.
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- NIS2 was originally scheduled to enter into force on October 18, 2024, but implementation is delayed in Austria and Germany.
- Austria's draft NISG 2024 failed in parliament due to a missing two-thirds majority.
- Germany's Interior Ministry sees possible NIS2 introduction in Q1 2025 at the earliest.
- According to the Nimbusec CyberRisk Report, one in three Austrian businesses would fall under NIS2.
- NIS2 targets critical infrastructure firms and companies with over 50 employees and more than €10 million revenue, including online marketplace operators.
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