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Should the government mandate that large tech companies share their algorithms with regulators?

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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 @B6P426HPeace and Freedom from Virginia  answered…1mo1MO

This power can be easily abused and misused by tech companies, especially social media platforms. Tech companies should have a balance between algorithms and users of said company.

 @B5YVWJVIndependent from Virginia  answered…3mos3MO

Businesses should do what's best for their company as long as they're not doing anything unconstitutional and there is no misconduct.

 @9WHMPXYDemocrat from Virginia  answered…12mos12MO

No, but I could maybe be persuaded to support some measures like this for the sake of transparency for consumers.

 @9VKWSHM from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

Arguments in Favor of Requiring Tech Companies to Share Algorithms with Regulators:
Transparency and Accountability:

Argument: Requiring tech companies to share their algorithms with regulators can increase transparency and hold these companies accountable for how their algorithms impact users. Algorithms often control what users see online, from search results to social media feeds, and there are concerns about bias, manipulation, or unfair practices.
Potential Impact: By reviewing algorithms, regulators can ensure that they are not being used to discriminate, manipulate public opinion, or…  Read more

 @B46VKHT from Virginia  answered…7mos7MO

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.

 @B3VNKSZ from Virginia  answered…7mos7MO

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.

 @9RSMMKLDemocrat from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

Only as far as it does not compromise their core business model. When a company's profitability depends on the confidentiality of a given algorithm, the algorithm needs to be treated as CBI.

 @9RV6CKF from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

No with the exception of social related technologies like AI and other things that could muddy the First Amendment

 @9NZLX6K from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

They should not collect data on anything without your consent and or paying you for your information!

 @9PNYNLT from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

Yes, and the algorithms should only be based on popular search results, not rigged to support a particular agenda.

 @B3Z8K5R from Virginia  answered…7mos7MO

No but there should be stricter nationwide digital privacy laws like California's as a starting point and Ireland and the rest of Europe later on (end goal)

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