Dr. Muhammad Atique is a globally recognized expert in Digital Media, Technology Adoption, and Public Administration with over 15 years of combined experience in the media industry and academia. A Senior Lecturer and author of the book "Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence (2025)", he focuses on the transformative power of social media and AI on culture, communication, and society. With a background spanning broadcast journalism, digital governance, and public policy, Dr. Atique’s work emphasizes digital literacy, media ethics, and the societal impacts of emerging technologies.
Dr. Atique holds a PhD in Public Administration and has published extensively in international journals on topics ranging from e-governance to technology in public sector organizations. He’s also a member of key professional organizations like ASPA and Advance HE (UK), and contributes regularly to leading publications, including PA Times and California Business Journal. He has worked across diverse cultural landscapes, teaching and mentoring students in the Pakistan, and China, offering unique insights into global media trends and cross-cultural communication.
Passionate about shaping the future of media literacy, Dr. Atique is eager to contribute to discussions on media culture, digital transformation, and the role of AI in reshaping public policy. He is available for expert commentary and speaking engagements on how digital technologies are transforming society and governance.
🌍 Global Educator | 🎥 Digital Media & Communication Expert | 📚 Author | 💡 Public Policy EnthusiastHi, 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
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Synopsis: In 'Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence,' Dr. Muhammad Atique explores the profound influence of social media and artificial intelligence on modern society. This insightful book examines how these powerful tools are reshaping our perceptions, behaviors, and realities. With a blend of academic rigor and accessible language, Dr. Atique offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the digital landscape and practical strategies for thriving in an increasingly interconnected world. Key Highlights:
“The act of scrolling through a social media newsfeed, expecting a diverse range of stories, only to be met with an
unsettling echo of preexisting beliefs, is a defining feature of the digital age. Digital algorithms perpetuate the echo
chamber of repeated ideas and confirmation bias.”