Digital Media and Public Perception: Analysing Trust in War Reporting and Information Bias
Digital Media and Public Perception: Analysing Trust in War Reporting and Information Bias

Summary/Abstract: Digital media are crucial in shaping public perception of war reporting and media credibility. With the rise of online platforms, concerns about information bias and media trust have intensified. This study examines the impact of digital media consumption on trust in war reporting and identifies key factors that influence media scepticism. A structured survey of 255 respondents, analysed using Chi-square, ANOVA, and Pearson correlation, reveals a significant link between media exposure, education level, and perceived media manipulation. Results show that frequent news consumers exhibit more significant scepticism toward media credibility, while individuals exposed to international media express lower trust in domestic war reporting. Higher education level is associated with a stronger perception of media manipulation. This study presents the Adaptive Crisis Intelligence System (ACIS) in response to these challenges. This advanced AI-driven framework integrates real-time verification, blockchain-based fact-checking, and adaptive risk assessment. Through machine learning and decentralised verification mechanisms, ACIS aims to enhance media credibility and reduce the spread of digital misinformation. The findings of this research contribute to the broader academic discourse on media trust and crisis intelligence, underscoring the need for technological solutions to strengthen media trust during times of crisis.

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