The benefits and harms of algorithms: a shared perspective from the four digital regulators 2022 (DRCF)

A research paper from the DRCF

• From: Competition and Markets Authority
• Published: 22 September 2022

• Category: Ad hoc research
• Original publisher: Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum
• Research area: Advertising and marketing, Future connectivity and internet, Technology
• Research topic: Artificial intelligence, Data and AI, Data privacy, access and control, Digital economy, Personalisation algorithm, Safety and harms
• Research publish date: 28 April 2022

Abstract

This paper is one of 2 initial publications by the DRCF on algorithmic processing. In this paper we set out 6 common areas of focus among the DRCF members: transparency, fairness, access to information, resilience of infrastructure, individual autonomy and healthy competition. These areas were developed by DRCF members in conjunction with stakeholders from academia, civil society, government, industry, public sector and consumer groups.

We then outline the current and potential harms and some of the current and future benefits of algorithmic processing that relate to our focus areas. Finally, we explore possible roles for UK regulators, the DRCF in particular, and outline suggestions for future work.

Citation

DRCF, The benefits and harms of algorithms: a shared perspective from the four digital regulators, 2022

Link

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/findings-from-the-drcf-algorithmic-processing-workstream-spring-2022/the-benefits-and-harms-of-algorithms-a-shared-perspective-from-the-four-digital-regulators

Published 22 September 2022