Social Media Transparency Gains Regulatory Attention

[AIcash]

Buterin’s call comes amid global scrutiny of social media platforms. The EU’s Digital Services Act requires algorithm transparency, systemic risk assessment, and researcher access to platform data. X recently faced a €120 million fine over alleged failures in ad transparency, verification practices, and compliance with these rules, highlighting the growing pressure for accountability in content-ranking systems.

[Nahid Hossen]

Increased transparency demands show regulators are taking digital platforms seriously.

[Abdul Khan]

Accountability in social media algorithms is long overdue.