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The Chinese government published ambitious rules that should regulate internet services based on algorithmic recommendations. Among other things, companies must explain how the algorithms work and what their purpose is, offer users an 'opt-out' possibility and ensure that their algorithms are not 'addictive'. The distribution and creation of fake news will also be prohibited.
What: Legislation
Impactscore: 1 - law
For who: companies, sectoral organisations, research institutions, policymakers
URL:
Translation legislation: https://www.chinalawtranslate.com/en/algorithms/
Several online sources:
More background:
Key takeaway for Flanders:
Flemish companies that are (or wish to be) active in China must be aware that a comprehensive legislative framework is also being established there, but that it is certainly not always clear how and who will enforce the rules.
For a full summary, check out the Dutch version of this web page.
