DIGITAL PLATFORMS, JOURNALISM AND REGULATION IN BRAZIL: CHALLENGES AND LEGISLATIVE DEBATES

Abstract

This article presents an in-depth analysis of the systemic impact of digital platforms (big techs) on Brazilian journalism and democracy. It begins by highlighting the global magnitude of social media and the oligopolistic nature of rhese companies, which exhibt problematic characteristics of contemporary capitalism, such as exploration and the dissemination of misinformation. The study focuses on examining legislatve and judicial responses in Brazil, with a primary focus on “PL nº 2.630/2020” and its goal of regulating platforms and combating fake news. Additionally, it discusses the complex debate on the remuneration of journalistic content by these platforms, mentioning projects such as “PL nº 2.370/2019” and the evolution of international regulations. To this end, bibliographic research is conducted in articles, books and official documents.