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This book offers a profound exploration, backed by rigorous field research on Internet, into the disruptive effects of cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, and algorithms on the political realm. With a critical lens, the book examines the emergence of meticulously orchestrated political strategies on cyber space leading to deepfake, science claims and internet populism, and their profound impact on citizen behavior. It uncovers the unsettling role of intelligent machines in political processes and exposes the artful manipulation of emotions, skillfully employed within the convergence of AI capabilities and digital communication mediums like social media.
List of contents
Chapter 1: Fake News in India; an Analysis.- Chapter 2: Fake News on Social Media; the Indian Genre.- Chapter 3: Automated Fake News in India's Conflict Zones.- Chapter 4: AI and Partisan Messaging.- Chapter 5: Populism and Political Communication on Social Media.- Chapter 6: Internet, Populism and Fake News.- Chapter 7: Internet, Fake News and Rightwing.- Chapter 8: Fake News, Caste and India's Social Media Society.- Chapter 9: Social Media, Populism and Science in Ancient India.- Chapter 10: Deepfakes in Politics.- Chapter 11: Proprietary Platforms and Fake News in India.- Chapter 12: Anti-fake News Actions in India.
About the author
Biju P R is an accomplished academic specializing in society, technology, and social change. His research covers digital technology, internet and society, ethical AI, internet pornography, and love in India. With extensive experience, he served in Board of Studies at Kannur University, and designed courses in various universities in Kerala. Biju authored several books and published in top ranked journals like AI & Society. He currently researches "Automated Society," "Urban Legends," and "Indian Way of Romance" and works as an Associate Professor of Political Science at Government Brennen College, Kerala, India.
Dr. Gayathri O is a researcher and teacher, and has published research works on women, technology, and movement. She currently works as Associate Professor of Political Science at Govt. College Madappally , Vadakara, Kerala, India.
