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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Response rates from 20.1k Canada voters.
57% Yes |
43% No |
57% Yes |
43% No |
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Unique answers from Canada voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9ZLJC9N6 days6D
they should not share unless they complete trust the regulators and think that it is best for them to share with them
@9ZLJC2B6 days6D
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
@9ZF4M8J1wk1W
How would this be enforced- as ling as consumers know there is an algorithm it should be up to then to balance it
@9ZD7HCG2wks2W
Yes, to the extent misleading information is being disseminated or algorthmically generated info turbocharges major social issues such as eating disorders and mental health
@9YL4MGJ2wks2W
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.
@iAmCodeMonkey 2wks2W
Maybe. Depends if the algorithm specifically targets users with unwanted advertising or other useless fluff.
@9WZVYVT3wks3W
Depends on how it's done. Sharing information with the government could be scary, what would the government do with that information?
@9WZ44D23wks3W
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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