Algorithms used by tech companies, such as those that recommend content or filter information, are often proprietary and closely guarded secrets. Proponents argue that transparency would prevent abuses and ensure fair practices. Opponents argue that it would harm business confidentiality and competitive advantage.
@9K99V29 4mos4MO
Yes, as long as it's only shared with regulators and not the public except in the cases of harm or abuse
@RightsBagelsLibertarian1mo1MO
But how can we be sure that the regulators won't misuse that information or accidentally leak it? Trusting a government body with sensitive data feels risky.
@9MNGKL24mos4MO
No, but if it's a threat to the common safety or the nation, then allow it.
@9R8SQN22mos2MO
Yes, it's similar to how food must come labeled with ingredients. Consumers should be allowed to know what and why they are ingesting certain info.
@DeterminedP0l1cy1mo1MO
But Coca-Cola doesn't have to spill the beans on its secret recipe. It's a trade secret, and forcing them to share it would kill their edge in the market. What if requiring companies to disclose algorithms ends up stifling innovation? How do we balance transparency with protecting competitive advantages?
@9MR5C9TRepublican4mos4MO
Large Tech companies should be required to give up algorithms to regulators only if there is proof of suspicious acts where the tech company has committed fraud, scams, or other criminal acts to the detriment of the consumer.
@9RLPHBWIndependent1mo1MO
Yes, but the information should not be public to other companies or even the people unless necessary.
@9RDML6X2mos2MO
Intellectual property is a real thing, however the government getting into private business goes against America as a principle
@9PZ2HB52mos2MO
Depends on the situation, for example if a big tech company is suspected of doing wrong doing with their algorithm and in order to stay relevant and not screw anyone over, they should comply with regulators unless the company is paying them off.
@9RNXRTN1mo1MO
If the government is experts and not a bunch of senior citizens asking tech giants embarrassing irrelevant questions and demonstrating no knowledge of how the algorithms work even as a user
@9RPFLXP1mo1MO
Regulators typically refers to the administrative bodies that set the rules for specific fields. Think EPA, FDA, FCC. These regulators are experts in the field and will know the ins-and-outs of the topic much better than Congress.
@9SY4L6T5 days5D
No, in the sense that algorithms cost a lot of money to develop, and it'd be unfair in the free-market sense. But if for national security, then yes.
@9SY2P995 days5D
I don't like government getting into things they have no right to. that said, the big tech companies are, in my opinion not supporting our democracy and doing things that change the face of America for their own agendas.
@36CDV59Libertarian 5 days5D
No, algorithms are intellectual property. They should be shared when requested by the courts for legal purposes.
@9SXQPTQ5 days5D
The internet and data should be put on blockchain that anybody can mine or purchase. The blockchain should be transparent for what matters and encrypted for privacy.
@9SXF2RC6 days6D
No, unless there is clear evidence that such algorithms are intruding on the privacy of individuals.
@9SXDWFS6 days6D
The algorithm should be checked before the app is made and released to the public to check if there is anything illegal or if it violates any rights
@9SXB4LH6 days6D
Yes, to independent regulators. It’d have to be so independent of every other branch that it would not be influenced significantly by the real politic of everyday American discourse
@9SWS6PJ6 days6D
This would have to depend on the risk and reach of the product. I don't trust government security enough to safe guard the proprietary coding. I however also believe software code is better off "open" if it can improve the greater good.
@9SW5K351wk1W
Yes, by knowing the algorithms, schools can better determine what is cheated and what isn't, although the process still wouldn't be incredibly accurate.
@9SVVVBRLibertarian1wk1W
No. Regulatory committees rarely understand the technology and nuances behind this industry. Their regulation would inevitably cause lengthy and costly legal battles with the cost being passed to the consumer.
@9SV3K941wk1W
The should mandate that tech companies have to disclose certain things to the government if necessary and they must have and provide transparency about their fair practices and policies
@9STMVYP1wk1W
No, unless a company its self is suspect with substantial evidence of using their algorithm to push political propaganda, or promote violent acts. this would not include an individuals use of the platform in regard to social media.
@9STJNNT1wk1W
Assuming regulators know what their doing it might be fine, but these bozos don't even know what how basic internet stuff works
@9STD4841wk1W
They should be disclosed to certain individuals that are held by contract to not disclose the algorithm to others but check for harm.
@9SSX2B61wk1W
Yes, sharing with regulators does not require sharing with competition and will help ensure fairness.
@9SSWB781wk1W
Yes, but the government should mandate that all tech companies share their source code through the GPL-license
@9SSS7HW1wk1W
i think it depends on if there is sensitive user information or privacy concerns, safety concerns for citizens.
@9SSQVHJLibertarian1wk1W
The only regulation that's needed is a transparency law that replaces all other forms of regulation.
Yes, but if another business creates something similar the tech company should be allowed to take legal action.
@DJGCrusaderLibertarian 1wk1W
No, unless these algorithms directly affect people's safety (like Tesla Autopilot, Boeing ACAS, or potentially dangerous healthcare products) and as long as regulators maintain the company's IP secure.
@9SSF5XG1wk1W
I feel that they should give an option to users to share their algorithms. However, people such as felons or sex offenders should be mandated to public show theirs.
@9SS4YYK1wk1W
Regulators are too old to understand the algorithms, but if a commission was established with knowledgeable people than yes.
@9SS45441wk1W
No, the government shouldn't be able to regulate how they work, but the companies shouldn't be allowed to censor speech or ghost-ban people they don't agree with.
@9SRX39V1wk1W
Yes, but I think that they should only share their algorithms with regulators, and the public as well as other companies should never be able to find out what is wrong with their algorithms or what they consist of. They should only be changed in secret.
@9SRRMWN1wk1W
Technology companies that make use of algorithms should be required to use algorithms only in the suggestion of content, and not for advertisements or third party data sale.
@9SRQ5V81wk1W
Yes, but only if it is mandatory to share to the regulators. Like if there involved in a scandal of some sort.
@9SRBFT31wk1W
Yes, as long as regulators aren't granted free reign over private company algorithms and apply restrictions ethically and morally.
@9SQZNMZ1wk1W
nooo we should not be sharing any secret information. of course it could stop the abuse and unfairness. but certain people shouldnt have access to certain things.
@9SQTFVY1wk1W
The government should enable tech companies to share their algorithms with private officials not regulators.
@9SQSN7F1wk1W
NO THEY built the algorithm that is THERE work THERE property maybe a royalty fee for usage of the algorithm or a yearly license etc
@9SQRH8G1wk1W
I think that Large Tech Companies having algorithms is generally damaging, however I believe that the less the Government is involved in our business, the better.
@9SQR44GLibertarian1wk1W
I think that this should me mandated in the sense that the company should allow a non-employee to ask for the algorithms (with the regulators) but that you have to ask the company for that information.
@9SQNRXF1wk1W
Yes the government should have access to things, but everyone even companies have the right to privacy.
@9SQMYT9 1wk1W
I think these should be made available during legitimate investigations with assurances and appropriate security to restrict the algorithm information to “need to know” personnel only.
@9SQ47ZSConstitution2wks2W
I would say yes for law enforcement to analyze red flag criminal cases, such as studying the algorithm of a would-be mass shooter and people suspected of being involved in CP.
@9SPZYG82wks2W
No, the government should provide other regulators with general algorithms if it is absolutely necessary.
@9SPZ2L32wks2W
Only a subpoena with a specific reason of suspected wrongdoing should mandate a company to hand over proprietary intellectual property, which includes algorithms
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