Perceived Risk and Trust in News Sources
A Multi-Group Analysis of Deepfakes and AI-Generated Misinformation
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21578781 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Xintong Zhang (0000-0003-0561-8902, Nanchang University), Ning Lou (0000-0002-4920-5037, Nanchang University, corresponding author), Mingxi Li (0000-0002-4068-8378, Nanchang University) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 69 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 219-253 |
| Publication date | 2025-05-27 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Broadcasting & Electronic Media (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0883-8151 • E-ISSN: 1550-6878 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/08838151.2025.2487050 |
| OpenAlex | W4409329032 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 2 |
| References cited | 75 |
This study employs the risk information seeking and processing model to examine how perceived risk, trust in news sources, and information-seeking behavior interact in the context of AI-generated misinformation and deepfakes. Using data from 300 Chinese and 263 South Korean participants, the research applies a moderated-mediation approach to assess cultural differences. Findings reveal that perceived risk reduces trust in news sources via information-seeking behavior. AI-generated misinformation amplifies this relationship, though effects vary: South Koreans engage in more information-seeking, while Chinese participants show reduced engagement, likely due to differing media environments and regulations. These insights highlight cultural nuances in misinformation response
Advertising · Business · Computer security · Fake news · Internet privacy · Misinformation · Computational and Text Analysis Methods · Computer Science · Misinformation and Its Impacts · Psychology · Public Relations and Crisis Communication · Social Psychology
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