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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@ISIDEWITH4wks4W
Yes, and all software and algorithms should be open source
@B4V23LTConservative1wk1W
I believe that algorithms which a private company has spent their earned dollars on shouldn't be available for everyone that's pretty odd and useless, it doesn't really promote competition.
@B46V7MRLibertarian1mo1MO
Consumers should not use products that are not suitably transparent. I avoid any product that requires I use my real name or create a user account. I would prefer a cultural shift where the average person could not be persuaded to use a product with no algorithmic transparency.
@9SSRG9H8mos8MO
Yes but only if it is in the best interest of the public to do so. For things such as healthcare and financial education.
@B2WVT6F3mos3MO
i'm unsure as i don't properly understand the ramifications of too much or too little government oversight with tech
@B2BXZ8J4mos4MO
Yes, but only if those algorithms are kept confidential between the tech company and the regulator(s)
@B4ZGVBC5 days5D
I think they should have to show it at any time if requested with reason from a regulator even just for audit
@B4QTLP22wks2W
Maybe, all software and algorithms should be open source and shared with their customers and only regulated, if there are serious allegations of harm or misconduct.
@B4F65ZG4wks4W
Yes, under strict guidelines to ensure compliance from tech companies without jeopardizing their proprietary information.
@B4DLCL74wks4W
as long as there is transparency and every thing is clear they can, but if no and they have other goals for checking them, then they have no rights.
@B47XK9D1mo1MO
tech companies should not have access to any of your information nonetheless sell it to other companies
@B43SXTX 1mo1MO
Support disclosure for high-impact algorithms (e.g., those affecting elections, hiring, healthcare, or financial services).
Push for independent audits rather than full government access—third-party groups could assess fairness and safety without exposing trade secrets.
Encourage transparency reports where companies explain how their algorithms work in general terms without giving away proprietary code.
Ensure user choice & control so people can opt out of certain algorithm-driven decisions or customize what they see.
@B43GQ8Q1mo1MO
Mandate that large tech companies share some important information, but not all too keep fairness of competitive edge
@B42PTZ8Conservative1mo1MO
Depends if it leads to a criminal conviction, then the government should be involved or at least from the level of justice.
No, but companies who violate privacy and data laws should be mandated to share their algorithms if they are in gross violation as a penalty.
@B3DQ7BN2mos2MO
No, but they should detail what the algorithm does and why it does what it does. They do not need to give away the code or trade secret, but they must show outcomes on a repeatable basis to prove function is not malicious.
@9T35CHW8mos8MO
No; I suspect that if we ask for this, companies will simply block Canadian use like they did for news content.
@9SZHZL38mos8MO
Tech companies are allowed to share generalized algorithms with regulators but not individual/personal ones
@B4VB3F31wk1W
Yes, and all software and algorithms should be open source, and they should also share their algorithms with their customers
@B4S6BRM2wks2W
The algorithms should be all open source. But necessarily share with governments, they should be open to everyone
@B48VY3B1mo1MO
Not necessarily but there should be significant oversight over large tech companies to ensure they are alway operating above board.
@B48NXNX1mo1MO
Yes, but solely with an specialised agency. Commercial competition should never be hinder but supported, however fair trade practice are needed.
@B387D5QNew Democratic2mos2MO
there should be some for of oversigth coity to makr sure then no wantom abuse of public or privet data farming for corpret greed and malicius use of ai
@B2VXQRMConservative3mos3MO
No. But the public need to be educated on algorithms, how they work, and make their own decisions if the chose to use that app.
@B2VLBCP3mos3MO
No, but government cannot fall corrupt to these big multi millionaire companies. They must remain nationism - citizens first
@B2TS86R3mos3MO
yes and no they can keep some secrets but they should try and make sure everyone is protected online and not just them
@B2SL7843mos3MO
if it is something that is revolutionary than sure, reveal but otherwise it is a tech secret of the company
@B2SKW423mos3MO
Yes, but only after board decision and with a committee making this decision under to insure that the power of this is not being corrupted
@B2RXD2Y3mos3MO
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.
@B2Q3HPW3mos3MO
Large tech needs to be regulated against misinformation, corporate tyranny, invasion of privacy, and force feeding choices.
@B2MXWGH3mos3MO
Yes only if needed and it has to be confidential between the government and regulators and with the consent of the user.
@B2HND793mos3MO
While it ensures accountability and prevention of of harm, the questions of protection of intellectual property concerns should be considered
@B2BJ28J4mos4MO
Not share algorithms, but platforms should be subject to continued oversight concerning terms of use
@B2BHZSXConservative4mos4MO
No because some companies need an edge in their industry to produce higher-functioning technologies.
@B28PVYV4mos4MO
government should be able to demand companies to share their algorithms if there is an issue with it
@B25MQFX4mos4MO
No, but they should have the authority to demand it if there is due reason presented and affirmed by a judge.
@B229T775mos5MO
Yes but there is a fine line on the subject , they should to protect consumers without loosing company’s confidentiality
@9ZLJC9N6mos6MO
they should not share unless they complete trust the regulators and think that it is best for them to share with them
@9ZLJC2B6mos6MO
it really depends on if its a small business if its a small business then no but if its is a big business then yes
@9ZF4M8J6mos6MO
How would this be enforced- as ling as consumers know there is an algorithm it should be up to then to balance it
@9ZD7HCG6mos6MO
Yes, to the extent misleading information is being disseminated or algorthmically generated info turbocharges major social issues such as eating disorders and mental health
@9YL4MGJ6mos6MO
If the company should tell that regulator about chemicals or more. But huge secrets should be given to government agencies and not normal day people.
@iAmCodeMonkeyLibertarian 6mos6MO
Maybe. Depends if the algorithm specifically targets users with unwanted advertising or other useless fluff.
@9WZVYVT6mos6MO
Depends on how it's done. Sharing information with the government could be scary, what would the government do with that information?
@9WZ44D26mos6MO
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.
@9WTFLNN6mos6MO
They aren't obliged to but if they were questioned by any organization or group, they should willingly share the algorithms.
@9W8GJCB6mos6MO
As long as they are approved government officials and will be tried for treason if they reveal proprietary information. But to ensure safe tech, yes.
@9VGR4J97mos7MO
They shouldn't share it but allow regulators to get a better understanding and a look over it to stop abuse of the people.
The government should ensure that large tech companies follow a strict set of regulations but do not need to be shared with the public.
@9TXCKPH7mos7MO
I Think at only for some instances and circumstances regulators should be allowed to speculate the algorithms. A full control on rugalators would also be bad for the economy.
@9TT56PC7mos7MO
Yes free speech should be allowed to a certain point to not being discriminatory and mean however there should be protections on privacy settings.
@9TQTQCWConservative7mos7MO
Yes, but only under conditions of the strictest secrecy to ensure businesses can retain their competitive advantage.
@9RZPX679mos9MO
no that is an abuse of proprietary process/resources, but the extreme legal limit should be allowed and dis/misinformation be outlawed against it
@9RVGGSKConservative9mos9MO
The government should promote a free market approach to culture and make sure that Canadians are free to use and consume what ever they want to consume.
@9RDGMWS9mos9MO
What kind of abuse is happening if a tech company doesnt share their algorithm? I don't feel aware enough to place an opinion on this issue
@9RCBSYB9mos9MO
Transparency should be expected but only so far as to ensure fair practices and the prevention of abuse. The government "watchdogs" would have to be regulated and all information considered classified and not for public viewing.
@9RBRL2Q9mos9MO
If by "tech" you"re talking about social media, then yes. That should absolutely be regulated. If you're talking about private manufacturing algorithms or communications infrastructure then I don't see the need for it.
@9QQVM6K10mos10MO
Np, I don't think it's fair. They don't owe anyone an explanation of how they developed their algorithm. Unless it poses a threat or they want to. It's their creation, and they shouldn't be forced to share with regulators.
@9MLT56X12mos12MO
Yes, and the algorithm should be public and open source.
@9MLK4C612mos12MO
Yes, and algorithms should be shared with all consumers
@9MJWSCS12mos12MO
Algorithms should be made to be more transparent. When something is directed to someone due to an algorithm, the exact route and reason for that direction should be shown to the viewer.
@9MW9BY2 11mos11MO
if the company has data from/about the local population then it should be mandatory for ensuring public safety and rights.
@9MLXWMN12mos12MO
There can be non-governmental third party auditors that can do this. NOT the government. It leads to only one thing, state directly interfering and curtailing freedom of speech.
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