MANIPULATION THROUGH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
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This article explores the multifaceted phenomenon of manipulation via information technologies in contemporary society. It examines how digital platforms, social media, artificial intelligence, and big data are utilized to influence public opinion, behavior, and decision-making processes. The study delves into historical contexts, psychological mechanisms, ethical implications, and real-world examples such as fake news dissemination, algorithmic biases, and cyber propaganda. Strategies for countering such manipulation, including digital literacy education, regulatory frameworks, and technological safeguards, are proposed. The article underscores the need for interdisciplinary approaches involving sociology, psychology, and law to mitigate the risks posed by these technologies while preserving their benefits for societal progress. By analyzing case studies from global events, it highlights the urgency of addressing manipulation to safeguard democratic institutions and individual autonomy.
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