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The proposal expands liability for damages occurring in digital environments, creating clearer parameters for how individuals and companies must conduct themselves online. It also reinforces the importance of preventing harmful behavior, encouraging stronger compliance practices and risk‑management frameworks.

Another relevant innovation is the recognition of Neurorights, intended to safeguard mental integrity in the face of invasive technologies, and Animal Sentience, which acknowledges animals as beings capable of feeling and therefore deserving of legal protection. These developments represent a true paradigm shift, bringing Brazil closer to some of the world’s most modern legal systems.

By incorporating principles of ethics, sustainability, and social responsibility, the proposed new Civil Code reinforces the need for updated and robust corporate governance, capable of responding to the challenges of the digital era and protecting both companies and individuals in an increasingly interconnected environment.