My Work
Books
Online Content Moderation: Context, Brazilian Scenario and its Regulatory Perspectives
Ivar Hartmann, Yasmin Curzi, Nicolo Zingales and Carla Almeida (orgs.)
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Abstract: From the approval of the Civil Rights Framework, to investigations carried out by Executive Branch agencies against incidents of fraud and harmful speech online, to the prominent role of the Judiciary in resolving rights disputes, there are multiple initiatives to review mechanisms and criteria for online content moderation. This book aims to present the results of research conducted by CTS-FGV with relevant actors from the three branches of government, the press, and academia about their roles in this context, as well as the most recent international debates on the subject.
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Publisher: Editora Alameda
Year: 2022
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Glossary of Platform Law and Policy Terms
Luca Belli, Nicolo Zingales and Yasmin Curzi (orgs.)
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Abstract: This Glossary is a living document and was prepared by the “Glossary Working Group” of the IGF Coalition on Platform Responsibility, a multistakeholder group under the auspices of the UN Internet Governance Forum. The views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the United Nations Secretariat. The designations and terminology employed may not conform to United Nations practice and do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the Organization. The members of the working group are (in alphabetical order): Luca Belli, Vittorio Bertola, Yasmin Curzi de Mendonça, Giovanni De Gregorio, Rossana Ducato, Luã Fergus Oliveira da Cruz, Catalina Goanta, Tamara Gojkovic, Terri Harel, Cynthia Khoo, Stefan Kulk, Paddy Leerssen, Laila Neves Lorenzon, Chris Marsden, Enguerrand Marique, Michael Oghia, Milica Pesic, Courtney Radsch, Roxana Radu, Konstantinos Stylianou, Rolf H. Weber, Chris Wiersma, Richard Wingfield, Monika Zalnieriute and Nicolo Zingales.
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Publisher: Editora FGV
Year: 2021
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Journal Articles
Plataformas no Marco Civil da Internet: a necessidade de uma responsabilidade progressiva baseada em riscos
In: ​Revista Civilística. Qualis A1; SJR: Q4.
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Resumo: O regime de responsabilidade civil de provedores de aplicações na internet no Brasil é predominantemente regulado pelo Marco Civil da Internet. Este marco legal reflete um contexto específico, social, tecnológico e econômico, estabilizando uma visão particular sobre o papel das plataformas digitais na sociedade. Consequentemente, ele influencia o julgamento sobre o equilíbrio de direitos fundamentais em questão. Uma década após a promulgação do Marco Civil, seu regime geral de responsabilidade encontra-se em discussão no Supremo Tribunal Federal brasileiro, em meio a um cenário de concentração de mercado, uso ubíquo de serviços de plataformas em relações públicas e privadas, e aplicação de tecnologias algorítmicas sofisticadas. Este panorama desenha um quadro de aprofundamento de problemáticas urgentes, como a radicalização política e formas diversas de violência e ódio na internet. Este artigo baseia-se em uma revisão bibliográfica, jurisprudencial e documental, com o objetivo de responder à seguinte questão de pesquisa: é necessária uma adequação do sistema de responsabilidade estabelecido pelo Marco Civil da Internet aos ditames constitucionais e à manutenção do Estado Democrático de Direito? Propõe-se a hipótese de que as condições conjunturais e estruturais que determinam a inserção de alguns desses provedores em processos econômicos, políticos e sociais sofreram transformações tão radicais que uma releitura do regime de responsabilidade se faz necessária para preservar o equilíbrio desejado. Por fim, o artigo visa fornecer recomendações de política pública que reflitam a complexidade do cenário atual, a partir de uma proposta de responsabilidade progressiva baseada em riscos.
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Online Content Regulation in the BRICS Countries
In:​ Responsible Behaviour in Cyberspace: Global Narratives and Practice, 2023. Brussels: Publication Office of the European Union.
Coauthored by Luca Belli and Walter Gaspar.
Language: EN
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Abstract: This article aims to evaluate recent events regarding social media governance in the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) countries, focusing on recent developments and highlighting common trends. Through documental and literature review, we aim to analyse the most recent policies and institutional arrangements directly affecting what could be deemed a responsible social media platform. Furthermore, by looking at the selected developments in these countries, we aim to identify convergence and divergence between the BRICS country approaches, providing clarity on the existing and proposed regimes and contributing to identifying viable paths forward that balance all interests involved.
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AI regulation in Brazil: Advancements, flows, and need to learn from the data protection experience
In: Computer Law and Security Review, 2022.
SJR: Q1.
Coauthored by Luca Belli and Walter Gaspar.
Language: EN
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Abstract: Brazil has recently moved forward on two important developments in its regulatory framework for artificial intelligence: the creation of a national AI strategy and parliamentary discussions on an overarching AI law. These efforts follow considerable advances in AI regulation in foreign jurisdictions, and the country might be able to learn important lessons from these previous experiences. This article presents and analyses the nascent Brazilian AI regulatory framework, demonstrating its positive aspects and shortcomings.
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Grey Literature
2023
In: ​Feminist perspectives on social media governance. ITFC, 2023.
Language: EN
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Abstract: This essay aims to present the partial results of the author’s doctoral research at the State University of Rio de Janeiro. It contains analyses of interviews with Brazilian activists, politicians, and journalists who have experienced situations of online gender-based violence (OGBV). The essay tries to analyze their strategies of resistance, the insufficiencies in the current Brazilian legal framework, and the obstacles social media platforms pose in properly addressing OGBV.​
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