Automated Lies: Ai, Fake News, and Indian Democracy

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.

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.