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.
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@9MR5C9TRepublican10mos10MO
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.
@9K99V29 11mos11MO
Yes, as long as it's only shared with regulators and not the public except in the cases of harm or abuse
@RightsBagelsLibertarian8mos8MO
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.
@9MNGKL211mos11MO
No, but if it's a threat to the common safety or the nation, then allow it.
@9R8SQN29mos9MO
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.
@DeterminedP0l1cy8mos8MO
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?
@9YFTCQT5mos5MO
The government should consider mandating the transparency of algorithms used by large tech companies to prevent societal harm and fraud.
@9RLPHBWIndependent8mos8MO
Yes, but the information should not be public to other companies or even the people unless necessary.
@ISIDEWITH7mos7MO
Imagine a world where every piece of content recommended to you online comes with a 'why this is shown' explanation. Would this make your online experience more trustworthy or just more cluttered?
@9THFGQT7mos7MO
Social media can create a platform for sharing stories, narratives, and photos, providing facts and data in a consumable way, which engages an audience by helping them understand. The work to create awareness helps to build a community around an issue.
@9THF2Z27mos7MO
It would make my online experience much more trustworthy, but after some time, as things are reposted, I feel that it would begin to pile up and become cluttered
@9TYV395 6mos6MO
I think people would just ignore the 'Why this is shown...'. My guess is that it wouldn’t feel cluttered, but also wouldn’t be used all that often.
@9X9CQ9J5mos5MO
Large tech companies should share their algorithms with regulators if their platforms are harmful towards society, including a large demographic of teenagers.
@9TMPR977mos7MO
Yes, large tech companies that use algorithms to manipulate users should be required to open-source their algorithms for public review.
@9RDML6X8mos8MO
Intellectual property is a real thing, however the government getting into private business goes against America as a principle
@9PZ2HB59mos9MO
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.
@9RNXRTN8mos8MO
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
@9RPFLXP8mos8MO
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.
@B4CFBTH2 days2D
I think that its important that the Government only does that to ensure the security of this country isn't compromised and monitor that there are no issues
@9FZPSHS 3 days3D
Yes, but only in cases in which serious allegations of misconduct are offered, supported by tangible evidence
@B49KYPTIndependent5 days5D
I feel like tech companies shouldn't hide everything but also not tell everything; which could risk the spread of information where it is not needed.
@B49FNKB6 days6D
No, only if there is suspicion of criminal activity by the company, fraud, scam, or national security threat.
@B48XDHYProgressive6 days6D
the government should have the ability to force companies to do that but not require them to immediately
@B48RMKQ6 days6D
Algorithms of what? If it is about social media, maybe. If it is about, say, trading, absolutely not. There is still intellectual property that should not be subjected to public scrutiny because it is not about the public. On the other hand looking into algorithms is technically complex, hard to enforce and hard to scale. I would rather make the social media companies make public to regulators and the media all adds that are being published. Being able to see these adds, whom they have been targeted to, how many people have seen it, where, etc. will help regulators and the legacy media to keep an eye on public opinion manipulation. Also, it would help with investigations of money laundry since saying you just published an add 1M times and got a lot of money is like running a cassino.
@B48MBLNRepublican7 days7D
If the algorithms they are using are harmful to U.S citizens then yes, we should enforce them to share there algorithms.
It all depends the information that is being gathered, if it has to do with personal life and privacy then yes, if it's simply with interest for well being, or anything alike then no.
@B47CFCK1wk1W
Only in the event there is reason to believe they are acting unethically or there could be a security risk
@B477Y7M1wk1W
private companies should remain laissez-fair, until they become monopolies. Then we regulate the rules.
@B46YZRL1wk1W
Yes, but with limitations. Mandating large tech companies to share their algorithms with regulators can help ensure transparency, prevent bias, and protect consumer privacy. However, safeguards must be in place to protect trade secrets, innovation, and national security
@B46VKHT1wk1W
It should be a open full transparent audit amongst all aspects rather than a dictatorial control on a singular form. This is easily compared to as technology evolves, we need to be more self-aware and cautious of decisions like Open source.
@B46RCY81wk1W
Depends on the algorithm. advertisment targeting methods should be presented, but others may not be to the extent of confidentially dangerous.
@zjmcdonIndependent1wk1W
Yes, but those who see it should be required to sign NDA's and agree to never participate in the stock market for said industry.
@B46CPV2Libertarian1wk1W
Yes, and they should make their code public domain too, so that if they abandon software, the public can keep it alive for them.
@B46B44L1wk1W
Not share it, but patent it and get it approved by a regulator so that there will be no hyper-captilization
@B467DC91wk1W
Only if there larger corporation is part of a government regarding ours as a form of cyber terror or hacking
@B45T9JK1wk1W
Yes but only on the condition that the people that are actually educated in technology hold positions of power.
@B44Z2GL2wks2W
This should be handled case by case. If a company is proven to be suspicious then mandates should be made for them to share the algorithms with regulators only. In no case should the algorithms be shared with the public or competing companies.
@B44NWWWProgressive2wks2W
to an extent, yes, but for certain sites such as video sharing sites, it could be dangerous or damaging to know the full scope of the algorithm.
@B4449NR2wks2W
They should be transparent and share the algorithm in a way where the government can see and understand it, but the government shouldn't make any changes unless the law decides the algorithm is bad or something
@B43Z9232wks2W
Others may believe it could compromise trade secrets and innovation. A balanced approach, such as limited disclosures under strict confidentiality, might be a better solution.
@B434MGF2wks2W
All tech companies need to be monitored. We need to stop allowing these large companies to make victims out of their customers by profiting off their private information.
@B42KFGT2wks2W
Yes, but trade secrets should be kept confidential between the regulators and the company. Testing and certification should be made public knowledge,
@B427XNR2wks2W
In situations of abuse or cybercrime, there should be a limited allowance of how much is shared legally; otherwise, there should be no allowance. Algorithms are trade secrets and give businesses competitive advantages that should not be given up. Otherwise, it both stifles' innovations and gives up a huge chunk of what makes Chrome different from Bing or Honda from Tesla.
@B426VYB2wks2W
I think this could help seeing as there have been safety issues with other countries invading our citizen's privacy through social media
@B425FXG2wks2W
If the company comes up with an algorithm, it should be their choice wether they share It or not unless peoples lives are endangered.
Share the algorithm with the PUBLIC, and make it easily accessible. But you can trademark it or claim it so no other corporation can mimic it.
@B3ZC4672wks2W
I don't think the government should mandate all large tech companies. I believe that the tech companies should have a choice to share if they want to.
@B3ZBDTD2wks2W
no it is up to them, but if its found they are miss using it it could be changed. They are given trust and if the break it they lose autonomy on there algerithems.
@B3Z3S5P2wks2W
yes, they 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.
@B3Z347Y2wks2W
Yes, companies like Nvidia and other software industries have taken too much advantage of abadonware, if they don't want to support their code, let the people do it for them.
@B3XCZXJ3wks3W
No, Regulators should however make sure these companies are transparent with the public about their algorithms
@B3WGHN73wks3W
No but there should be a department that ensures that the algorithms do not violate confidentiality and privacy.
@B3WFZTY3wks3W
I would support it if the confidentiality between businesses are maintained and the information couldn't be leaked
@B3W96FF3wks3W
its good to keep an eye out but people also need privacy and private info getting shared in such a large way is a bit bad
@B3W6LD23wks3W
No, as some of these large tech companies are private and shouldn't be mandated to share any algorithms with regulators.
@B3VNKSZ3wks3W
I feel that as long as they do not hinder or try to control us and our freedoms I do not have much problem with them maintaining secrecy of systems.
@B3VNH2P 3wks3W
Only if the large companies are being investigated and or being subsidised by the government with the company’s consent. It’s still a PRIVATE BUSINESS
@B3VF5WVProgressive3wks3W
I don't want a goverment, and corperationa should be regulated to insure the conplete safety of consumerz
@B3V952D3wks3W
Under certain circumstances it should be shared with regulators especially based off of how the algorithms are.
@B3TSMHG3wks3W
This depends on what that tech company does and if they have a major influence in our perception of the information. If it gets bad with that tool then they should be regulation
@B3TQX3M3wks3W
To a certain extent and make sure the government doesn't negatively take advantage of their knowledge of the algorithm unless its for security.
@B3TGFTH3wks3W
I think it should be a mix of both because if everyone has access, that can raise a whole other issue and if they don't, it can allow companies to do whatever they want with the information.
@B3TFBPY3wks3W
it depends on what you mean, if it has to do with an unauthorized monitoring of me through cameras, then yes, but in general, no
@B3T3VDX3wks3W
I believe that the government shouldn't have full control but some, because at the same time it's a company that a regulator created themselves.
@B3SVY8D3wks3W
When they are using algorithms to interfere with elections and political matters they should be regulated.
@B3SVS8N3wks3W
There should be regulation on algorithms, but it should not be in a way that gives government control over said algorithms.
@B3SMS493wks3W
i think its dependent on where the company resides, for example tiktok. i think tiktok should have to share their information because they are owned by china and not an american company.
@B3S7QHG3wks3W
the "regulator" is supposed to be peoples opinoin of the app, I think that random users should be chosen to explain what they think the platform would be better with or without.
@B3RY6F83wks3W
I would need more information to determine the national security implications and if it is Constitutional.
@B3RWVXJ3wks3W
Not all the time, but when a problem arises, the government should be able to mandate for tech companies to comply with their command without legal retaliation.
@B3RLH5Y3wks3W
No, but there should be chances and balances on both sides to prevent corruption and rights violation.
@B3QZS5S4wks4W
No we should not share anything with our government and it should be separated from public and private companies.
@B3QY5TF4wks4W
I don't think the government should have certain access to algorithms for censorship reasons. But I don't think they should be unregulated either. I am unsure of exactly where the middle ground is here.
@B3QDTBKIndependent4wks4W
I believe that tech companies are using algorithms that cause people to be influenced and create a dependcey on social media. I am against social media.
@B3PW5SV4wks4W
If the government needs access to tech companies algorithms they need to obtain a search warrant to protect the rights of others.
@B3NTL6CIndependent4wks4W
This should only be required if there is clear evidence that their content that's harmful to the country in their algorithms.
@B3NNG4S4wks4W
They shouldn't because then you can get the government to tell you what to do based on your algorithm.
@B3MWNYJ4wks4W
they should require regulators and transparency with the public for as much of the code/algorithms as possible
@B3MQPQM4wks4W
yes and no because their are certain things that the company should keep private but that the rest of the information should be public knowledge
@B3MQ3HRProgressive4wks4W
it depends on the purpose of the algorithm, like a video game bout unboxing an apartment is not a threat to anyone
@B3MGYG24wks4W
they should go into detail regarding the user information being used for that companies own use, like what they look at to determine age or background information they use in other areas of the platform.
@B3M3TG74wks4W
I think that the government should mandate that large tech companies share PARTS of their algorithms with regulators; the parts that won't harm their business confidentiality and competitive advantage.
@B3LFN2D4wks4W
No, but the government should give more detail on issues that the algoithms have when the reports are givin
@B3LBMG34wks4W
No, but there should be algorithmic transparency available to users and parents, with ability to adjust as needed.
@B3L4RYP4wks4W
Yes, to a degree. Sexual and harmful content to children should be banned but other than that no. Free speech is the most important right.
@B3KGGVV1mo1MO
Yes, but only required to share enough for transparency and that they are not engaging in harmful practices.
@B3K8GWY1mo1MO
Only if there is a suspicion of issues, though the algorithms shouldn't be displayed to competitors.
@B3JM24T1mo1MO
Yes, but the companies would have their systems checked on a random basis and those who checked can't share any details about competing systems
@B3J9XJ91mo1MO
Government should punish large tech from squelching competition: allow people to make their data non-proprietary, and the proliferation of alternative algorithms.
@B3HXH5D1mo1MO
No, Government should not have a hand in social media as it violates the first amendment right to free speech
@B3HLBQ21mo1MO
It would have to depend on what the regulators are regulating like what part of the algorithm is being regulated
@B3HGHTZ1mo1MO
Regardless, companies large enough to merit the question should be broken up as economic and social liabilities
@B3HGF4W 1mo1MO
I think there should be limits to some things, such as sexual content, but ensure true free speech to all
@B3GWR5G1mo1MO
Yes, but should not be allowed to change it for any reason involving censorship or to push a political ideology
@B3GM3DD1mo1MO
No, but incentives should be changed so it is not profitable to sell the user and store infinite data on them.
@B3FTF4N1mo1MO
they shouldn't be required but with reasonable suspicion of any illegal activity they should then be required to share their algorithms
@B3FNN7B1mo1MO
More transparency will increase trust, but you can't ask a company to fully reveal its algorithms to be stolen by others
@B3FLS4Y1mo1MO
No, this is also just very obsolete. Not many or any at all everyday citizens mind the algorithms offered by companies and if an algorithm is pushing an agenda I don’t agree with I simply don’t interact.
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