The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Shaping Iraqi News: Robotic Journalism among Local Agencies and Digital Transformation

Abstract

Robotic journalism in Iraq faces obstacles related to its weak digital infrastructure. The media sector lacks high-speed internet and the modern equipment needed to operate artificial intelligence systems efficiently. Media institutions lack trained personnel to work with modern technologies, which reveals a training gap exacerbated by the absence of specialized academic programs at Iraqi universities. In addition, legislative obstacles exist, as existing laws remain insufficient to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in the media, allowing for the rise of fake news and a lack of transparency. These factors combined affect the quality of automated news production. This is consistent with the theory of gradual innovation, which calls for the gradual adoption of technology while preserving traditional journalistic values ​​and digital transformation. The task remains to achieve a balance between technological innovation and maintaining media independence in an environment of political and economic factors. The dominance of political parties directly reduces the credibility of news, which calls for comprehensive reforms in legislation and infrastructure.