# Muhammad Atique ## Posts - [Book Introduction: Algorithmic Saga: Understanding Media, Culture, and Transformation in the AI Age](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2026/02/21/676/): How AI and Digital Media Are Rewriting Our Reality and What It Means for the Future of Human Experience? - [New Book Announcement: Algorithmic Saga: Understanding Media, Culture, and Transformation in the AI Age](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2025/11/14/new-book-announcement-algorithmic-saga-understanding-media-culture-and-transformation-in-the-ai-age/): Algorithmic Saga: Understanding Media, Culture, and Transformation in the AI Age Genre: Technology and Society (Nonfiction) We’re no longer just living with technology—we’re living through it. Driverless cars ferry passengers, drones deliver packages, robots serve guests in hotels, and even our most intimate choices—like finding a life partner—are now influenced by artificial intelligence. Welcome to the Algorithmic Saga—a world where media, machines, and algorithms don’t just reflect our lives, they rewrite them. In this timely and eye-opening book, Dr. Muhammad Atique explores how technology has shifted from being a backdrop to becoming the architect of our values, choices, and realities. […] - [Dr. Muhammad Atique Launches Groundbreaking Book: "Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence: How Social Media and AI Are Reshaping Our Reality"](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2025/02/05/dr-muhammad-atique-launches-groundbreaking-book-digitally-hijacked-the-age-of-influence-how-social-media-and-ai-are-reshaping-our-reality/): "Understanding the profound impact of social media and AI is the first step toward reclaiming control over our digital lives. This book is my attempt to spark a conversation about conscious media consumption." — Dr. Muhammad Atique - [My BOOK LAUNCH “Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence “](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/12/31/my-book-launch-digitally-hijacked-the-age-of-influence-2/): Did you know that AI algorithms control what news we see on social media? In my forthcoming book, Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence (Wipf and Stock Publishers) I examine how these algorithms are subtly reshaping our views on everything—from politics to social justice. I’m excited to share these insights and more very soon! - [My BOOK LAUNCH "Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence "](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/12/31/my-book-launch-digitally-hijacked-the-age-of-influence/): Did you know that AI algorithms control what news we see on social media? In my forthcoming book, Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence (Wipf and Stock Publishers) I examine how these algorithms are subtly reshaping our views on everything—from politics to social justice. I’m excited to share these insights and more very soon! - [Hidden Biases in Bytes: The Algorithmic Impact of Digital News Aggregation on Public Perceptions](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/07/28/hidden-biases-in-bytes-the-algorithmic-impact-of-digital-news-aggregation-on-public-perceptions/): From social opinions to political ideologies, biased news can facilitate or reinforce distorted ideas in the minds of the readers. Unfortunately, establishing bias isn’t solely attributed to humans. Digital news sources like news websites, apps, and search engines use algorithms to collect news stories and offer them to readers. Though generally believed to be neutral, these algorithms can also promote bias and therefore have the potential to influence public perceptions. The study by (Head et al., 2020) The age of ambient information is upon us. With the daily deluge of social media news, memes, opinion, propaganda, and advertising, worries about […] - [Digital Media and Its Overarching Influence on Our Lives](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/07/12/digital-media-and-its-overarching-influence-on-our-lives/): Summary: The digital revolution has a mixed bag of socio-cultural implications. We must understand its pros and cons to coexist in harmony. If you’re reading this article in 2024, possibly on your PC, tablet, or mobile, you are living in the age of digital revolution. We are all a part of a digitally connected global economy that’s far more complex than we give it credit for. From how we work to how we interact with those in our social circles, there is hardly an aspect of our lives exempt from the influence of digital media. Naturally, we’re also experiencing a […] - [An analysis of E-governance in Pakistan from the lens of the Chinese governance model](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/03/15/an-analysis-of-e-governance-in-pakistan-from-the-lens-of-the-chinese-governance-model/): Atique, M., Htay, S. S., Mumtaz, M., Khan, N. U., & Altalbe, A. (2024). An analysis of E-governance in Pakistan from the lens of the Chinese governance model. Heliyon. - [Algorithmic Bias in Digital News Aggregation](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/21/algorithmic-bias-in-digital-news-aggregation/): Investigate how algorithms used in news aggregation platforms may introduce bias and shape public perceptions) - [Project E-Residency Program for Ease of Remote Businesses (Project under process)](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/17/project-e-residency-program-for-ease-of-remote-businesses-project-under-process/): Project E-Residency Program for Ease of Remote Businesses (Project under process) - [Infrastructure and Sectoral FDI in China: an Empirical Analysis](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/14/infrastructure-and-sectoral-fdi-in-china-an-empirical-analysis/): Mehmood, F., Atique, M., Bing, W., Khan, H., & Henna, H. (2021). Infrastructure and sectoral FDI in China: an empirical analysis. Insights into Regional Development, 3(2), 160-175. - [Bangladesh's Experience with Social Media Adoption in Public Organizations](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/14/bangladeshs-experience-with-social-media-adoption-in-public-organizations/): Guohua, W., Atique, M., Biswas, B., & Islam, S. (2022). Bangladesh’s Experience with Social Media Adoption in Public Organizations. International Journal of E-Adoption (IJEA), 14(1), 1-19. - [An Empirical Analysis of the Adoption of New Media Technologies in Public Sector Organizations](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/14/an-empirical-analysis-of-the-adoption-of-new-media-technologies-in-public-sector-organizations/): Atique, M., Khan, S., Thomas, G. - [Unveiling Tomorrow's Tales: A Journey into Interactive Storytelling](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/14/unveiling-tomorrows-tales-a-journey-into-interactive-storytelling/): Step into a world where readers shape the narrative, and every choice has consequences. Interactive storytelling is rewriting the rules of fiction, inviting readers to become co-creators of their own adventures. - [Unraveling the Digital Revolution: Blockchain's Journey Through the Media Maze](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/14/unraveling-the-digital-revolution-blockchains-journey-through-the-media-maze/): In the early days of digital media, centralized intermediaries reigned supreme. Content creators relied on platforms controlled by a select few, who dictated the terms of distribution and monetization. - [The Rise of Virtual Influencers: Navigating the Landscape of AI-Driven Personalities](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/14/the-rise-of-virtual-influencers-navigating-the-landscape-of-ai-driven-personalities/): In the ever-evolving world of social media and digital marketing, a new phenomenon has emerged: virtual influencers. These AI-driven personalities, who exist solely in the digital realm, are rapidly gaining popularity and influencing consumer behavior in unprecedented ways. - [Exploring the Impact of Augmented Reality in Marketing Campaigns](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/14/exploring-the-impact-of-augmented-reality-in-marketing-campaigns/): In today's digital age, marketers are constantly seeking innovative ways to captivate audiences and create memorable brand experiences. One technology that has emerged as a game-changer in the realm of marketing is augmented reality (AR). Augmented reality, often abbreviated as AR, seamlessly blends the digital and physical worlds by overlaying computer-generated imagery onto the user's real-world environment. This technology has revolutionized marketing campaigns, offering brands the opportunity to engage consumers in immersive and interactive experiences like never before. - [A study of impacting factors on technology adoption in the public sector of Pakistan](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/13/validation-of-parent-reported-gestational-age-categories-for-children-less-than-6-years-of-age/): Atique, M., Safeer, A. A., Ullah, A., & Iftikhar, H. - [From Analog to Algorithm: Tracing the Overarching Influence of Digital Media](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/13/practical-implementation-of-new-media-technologies/): Coming Soon… - [Infrastructure And Sectoral Fdi Inflows In China: An Empirical Analysis](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/2024/02/13/infrastructure-and-sectoral-fdi-inflows-in-china-an-empirical-analysis/): Once upon a time in the vast landscape of China, where ancient traditions meld seamlessly with modern innovation, there existed a thriving economy pulsating with the rhythm of growth and development. ## Pages - [Contact](https://explorewithdratique.com/index.php/contact/): Want to Chat? Please send email at atique.muhammad@outlook.com Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Please fill out the form below and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. 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Specializing in Digital Media and Culture, Digital Transformation, Digital Governance, and Technology Adoption, Dr. Atique brings over 12 years of combined expertise in both the media industry and academia. His valuable experience enriches the academic environment, providing students with insights into contemporary media trends and fostering a comprehensive understanding of digital technologies. As a dedicated professional, Dr. Atique contributes significantly to the field, shaping the next generation’s knowledge and skills in the dynamic realm of digital […] - [Home](https://explorewithdratique.com/): 🌍 Global Educator | 🎥 Digital Media & Communication Expert | 📚 Author | 💡 Public Policy Enthusiast Hi, I’m Dr. Muhammad Atique – a passionate academic, researcher, and media professional with over a decade of experience in teaching, research, and the media industry. I hold a PhD in Public Administration from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China, and a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Communication Studies.  I am also author of my new BOOK : Algorithmic Saga: Understanding Media, Culture, and Transformation in the AI Age by (Atique Mindscape Publishing, 2025) Recent Publications View All Recent Post View All [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)