Fake news and the requirement to achieve media security in the Algerian cyberspace- Analytical and critical vision

Abstract

This study addresses the issue of fake news that is published and circulated through electronic media and social networking sites, and the potential risks associated with it, especially as it is increasingly being used to mislead public opinion and achieve political, social, or economic gains. Fake news poses a danger to media security and democracy, which is why the study calls for developing mechanisms to detect fake news and monitor the content published online to achieve media security. Responsibility for achieving this falls on journalists, bloggers, and even users of online spaces, and there is a need to expand a culture of constructive criticism and ensure the accuracy of the information and search for safe sources to avoid the danger of fake news.