THE BRUSSELS EFFECT ON DIGITAL PLATFORM REGULATION: ANALYZING THE BRAZILIAN REGULATORY PROCESS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR JOURNALISM

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REGULATION, PLATFORMS, BRAZIL, BRUSSELS EFFECT, JOURNALISM

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 This article compares the European Union’s digital platform regulations with Brazil’s most advanced legislative proposal, Bill No. 2630/2020, reflecting the influence of the European framework, particularly the Digital Services Act (DSA). Through a documentary analysis, the article traces the history of communication regulation in Brazil, highlighting the challenges faced in advancing the issue. Comparing the Brazilian proposal to the DSA, both similarities, especially regarding platform transparency and algorithm functioning, and differences are noted, such as the inclusion of remuneration for journalistic content. The article also analyzes the “Brussels Effect”, examining how this concept applies to the Brazilian context.

Author Biographies

  • Lizete Nobrega, University of São Paulo

    PhD candidate at University of São Paulo (USP)

  • Rodrigo Ratier, University of São Paulo

    Journalism Professor at University of São Paulo (USP)
    PhD in Education at USP

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2025-08-10

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Vol. 16 No. 31 (2025): SPECIAL ISSUE: New European Media and Platform Policy: Implications for the Political Economy of News + GENERAL SECTION

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