Authentic Digital Identity in the Current Digital Media Landscape
Credibility, self-representation, and authenticity in platform-driven media.
Main Theme
Digital Media Transformation, Mutations and Innovation
The specialization of digital media is undergoing massive structural shifts driven by the accelerated rise of communication technologies and the profound impact of software ecosystems. As the media industry becomes digitally native and increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, workflows, production pipelines, and content standards demand new competencies—ranging from programming proficiency to advanced computational literacy.
The Fourth International Conference on Digital Journalism and Innovative Media Industry (MIDIL 2026) adopts this transformative momentum as its core theme. The conference positions itself as an intellectual and professional hub where researchers, innovators, technologists, and media-industry pioneers showcase how software development and intelligent technologies actively reshape journalistic practices and digital media systems.
Held on July 03 & 04, 2026, the conference invites scholars and practitioners to contribute high-quality, original research addressing the fast-evolving intersections of AI, digital transformation, and media innovation.
The conference can be attended in person or virtually.
The sub-themes are, but not limited to:
Digital Identities on Social Media Platforms
Visibility, algorithmic influence, and identity performance online.
Identity Construction in Digital Media
Theoretical and applied perspectives on mediated identity.
The Professional Identity of Journalists on Social Media
Professionalism, branding, and public engagement.
Digital Fourth Estate Journalism
Journalism’s watchdog role in networked public spheres.
Characteristics of a Good Graduate in Journalism and Media Studies
Skills, ethics, and competencies for contemporary careers.
Robot and Automated Journalism
Algorithms, automation, and editorial transformation.
Innovative Newsroom: From Digitalisation to AI
AI-driven workflows and newsroom evolution.
Multi-Agent Systems in Media
Collaborative AI systems in content production.
Chatbots in Journalism and Media Industries
Conversational AI for news delivery and engagement.
AI Assistive Tools for Media Content Translation
Automation, multilingualism, and accessibility.
Authentic Sentiment Analysis on Digital Media Platforms
Understanding audiences through AI-driven analysis.
AI, Misinformation, Disinformation and Visinformation
AI’s role in creating and spreading false content.
AI Fact-Checking Labs
Automated verification and media accountability.
Ethical Considerations in AI Content & Deepfakes
Trust, consent, and media integrity.
AI Detection of Disinformation in Conflict Zones
Mitigating weaponized narratives using AI.
AI-Driven Crisis Communication Strategies
Managing information during emergencies.
AI and Political Power
Influence, governance, and democratic implications.
AI and Curriculums in Journalism and Media Studies
Preparing future media professionals for AI-driven environments.
AI Personalization in Advertising & Public Relations
Targeting, ethics, and strategic communication.
Blockchain Technology in Journalism and Media Industry
Transparency, trust, and decentralized media systems.
Publications
Overview
MIDIL’s publication series compiles peer-reviewed research from each conference edition, documenting cutting-edge developments in journalism, digital media, and technological innovation.
First Edition
8 / Publications
- 20 Participant
- 12 Countries
Second Edition
10 / Publications
- 36 Participant
- 16 Countries
Third Edition
10 / Publications
- 38 Participant
- 12 Countries
Fourth Edition
Upcoming
- Inprogress
- In progress
News
Announcments
This section features official MIDIL announcements, including calls for papers, schedule updates, keynote reveals, and essential information for participants and researchers.
Call for Papers Now Open for MIDIL 2026
The Fourth International Conference on Digital Journalism and Innovative Media Industry is now accepting research submissions. Scholars and practitioners are invited to submit work on AI-driven media practices, digital transformation, and emerging communication technologies.
Keynote Speakers for MIDIL 2026 Announced
MIDIL is pleased to reveal its lineup of distinguished keynote speakers, featuring leading experts in artificial intelligence, data-driven journalism, immersive storytelling, and media ethics. Full biographies and talk titles will be posted soon.
Workshops on AI Tools, Newsroom Automation, and Digital Identity
This year’s conference will include a series of hands-on workshops exploring AI-assisted content production, automated verification, digital identity management, and emerging newsroom technologies. Registration opens next month.
Contact
Get in touch
If you have questions regarding the conference program, publication guidelines, participation formats, or general logistics, please contact the MIDIL organizing committee for support.
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