Two Libyan academics, Dr. Mukhtar Al-Arishi and Professor Abdul Karim Al-Zayani, have published two international books on media and artificial intelligence through the "IGI Global" scientific publishing house. The books examine the rapid developments in media and communication, as well as the impact of artificial intelligence and digital technologies on content creation and audience interaction.
The first book, titled "Artificial Intelligence and Global Media Convergence," consists of 22 chapters spanning 450 pages. It explores the convergence of artificial intelligence and multimedia, and the reflections of smart technologies on media content production and communication methods in various media environments. The book covers topics such as artificial intelligence communications, automation, algorithmic control, content production, intellectual property rights, cultural communication, cybersecurity, digital media, and electronic news.
The second book, titled "Digital Audiences, Identities, and Participation," comprises 19 chapters and approximately 370 pages. It focuses on the impact of the digital environment on shaping individual and collective identities, the evolution of electronic public spheres, and transformations in social, cultural, and civic participation. The book discusses topics such as digital identity, electronic participation, digital audiences, content production, digital communities, and social media platforms.
The publication of these books coincides with growing academic interest in studying the relationship between artificial intelligence, media, and society. The books represent a contribution by Libyan academics to the international scientific publishing movement, in addition to research cooperation between scholars from the University of Sharjah and the University of Liwa.
The books' release highlights the increasing importance of interdisciplinary research at the intersection of media, communication, technology, and social sciences. The publications also demonstrate the growing role of Libyan academics in the UAE in advancing scientific knowledge and understanding in these fields.
Key points from the publications include the exploration of artificial intelligence's impact on media and communication, the evolution of digital audiences and identities, and the transformation of social participation and civic engagement in the digital age.
Key points
- The publication of two international books on media and artificial intelligence by Libyan academics in the UAE.
- The books explore the intersection of technology and communication, and the impact of artificial intelligence on media and society.
- The publications contribute to the growing academic interest in studying the relationship between artificial intelligence, media, and society.
