Digital Platform Transparency: Mandating Data Access for Independent Research.
This law requires large digital platforms (like social media companies) to provide secure, privacy-protected access to their data for approved independent researchers. The goal is to allow experts to study the societal impact of these platforms, while strictly safeguarding user privacy by excluding sensitive information like private messages. Furthermore, platforms must publicly disclose details about their algorithms, content moderation, and advertising practices, increasing public oversight of online information.
Key points
Large platforms must share non-private data with qualified researchers to study the societal impact of digital media, under strict FTC privacy rules.
New public transparency requirements mandate platforms to disclose how their algorithms work, how content is moderated, and detailed information about targeted advertising.
A legal safe harbor is established for journalists and researchers collecting publicly available data for non-commercial purposes and public interest reporting.
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