Civil liability of digital platforms for algorithmic transparency in the silicon society

Abstract

Digital platforms have become central elements of contemporary life, exerting a profound influence on various aspects of society, including the way we consume information, make financial decisions, and participate in political processes. The opacity of algorithmic systems poses significant challenges for public and regulatory understanding of how automated decisions are made, which criteria are used, and what impacts these decisions may have on individuals and groups. The lack of transparency can lead to the perpetuation of discriminatory biases, the manipulation of information, and difficulties in holding platforms accountable when their algorithms produce harmful outcomes. In this context, this article adopts a bibliographic review as its methodology, based on the analysis of scholarly literature, scientific articles, institutional reports, and national and international regulatory frameworks, in order to investigate the responsibility of digital platforms to ensure greater algorithmic transparency, examining both the challenges faced and the emerging practices adopted by companies and regulators to mitigate associated risks.