افاق للعلوم
Volume 10, Numéro 1, Pages 146-159
2025-01-08

Rumor In The Digital Media Age: Concepts And Functions

Authors : Bouamama Larbi .

Abstract

Rumor is a social phenomenon deeply rooted in history, pervading human existence across various epochs. It intertwines with societal dynamics, manifesting amidst conflicts, disagreements, and societal transitions, influencing political, economic, social, and military landscapes on local, regional, and global scales. Rumors are characterized by their ability to circulate fabricated news, appealing to the public through methods like exaggeration, sensationalism, distortion, or manipulation of facts, aiming to sway political, economic, social, or military outcomes. These tactics subtly shape public consciousness, a process increasingly expedited by both traditional and contemporary media platforms.

Keywords

Rumor ; Course of Rumor ; Evolution of Media ; Digital Rumor ; User Audience.