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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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 @B2BXZ8Jfrom Alberta  answered…4wks4W

Yes, but only if those algorithms are kept confidential between the tech company and the regulator(s)

 @B2RXD2Yfrom Alberta  answered…3 days3D

i think they should to an extent. the things that they do shouldnt be fully covered up by protection but then also its beneficial to have some work hidden from the public eye. it think it depends on what they are requesting them to share.

 @B2Q3HPWfrom Ontario  answered…7 days7D

Large tech needs to be regulated against misinformation, corporate tyranny, invasion of privacy, and force feeding choices.

 @B2MXWGHfrom Alberta  answered…1wk1W

Yes only if needed and it has to be confidential between the government and regulators and with the consent of the user.

 @B2HND79from Ontario  answered…2wks2W

While it ensures accountability and prevention of of harm, the questions of protection of intellectual property concerns should be considered

 @iAmCodeMonkey from Ontario  answered…3mos3MO

Maybe. Depends if the algorithm specifically targets users with unwanted advertising or other useless fluff.

 @9WZVYVTfrom Ontario  answered…3mos3MO

Depends on how it's done. Sharing information with the government could be scary, what would the government do with that information?

 @9WZ44D2from Ontario  answered…3mos3MO

I think the original algorithms that took a lot of time for the companies to make should be kept confidential, but the other algorithms I think can be shared with other companies.

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