IFCO 5020 - The Law of Platforms – Freedom and Justice in the Regulation of New Technologies

This course explores how laws and policies are adapting to challenges posed by digital platforms, artificial intelligence, and global connectivity. Through real-life case studies, films, and debates, we'll examine topics such as content moderation, fake news, privacy / surveillance, intellectual property in the digital age, and the role of artificial intelligence in criminal justice. By blending theory and practical insights, students will be able to critically analyze how technology shapes access to justice and fairness, addressing topics such as ethical, legal, and social issues in a tech-driven world.

Lucas COSTA DOS ANJOS,Sergio BRANCO

Cours magistral seul

English

Weekly readings of academic papers, court decisions and news. Alternatively, videos can be suggested as working materials.

This is an introductory course.

Spring 2024-2025

Midterm assessment (group work): Critical analysis of a text or a film, drawing on the theoretical content of the course (40%) Final assessment (individual): Essay based on a press article, drawing on the theoretical content of the course (60%)

Each session will feature a primary lecture delivered by the professor, followed by student discussions and in-depth analyses of real-world cases