9th International Conference on ICT for Sustainable Development

Authors - Ahongsangbam Dorendro, H. Mamata Devi
Abstract - Social media platforms, notably Twitter, have emerged as pivotal arenas for the dissemination of opinions spanning diverse domains, with politics standing prominently among them. However, discerning the authenticity, honesty, and underlying intentions behind these expressed opinions poses a formidable challenge. This study delves into the multifaceted obstacles associated with gauging the credibility of opinions proliferating on Twitter, with a particular focus on the pervasive influence of social dynamics, the manipulation of narratives through the creation of new accounts, and the heightened complexities surrounding political discourse. Social dynamics wield considerable influence over the credibility of opinions expressed on Twitter. Users often engage in echo chambers, where confirmation bias amplifies certain viewpoints while stifling dissenting voices. Additionally, the phenomenon of social influence leads individuals to conform to prevailing opinions, further complicating the task of discerning genuine sentiment. Moreover, the proliferation of fake accounts designed to manipulate narratives poses a significant challenge to opinion credibility assessment. To address these challenges, novel approaches must be incorporated into Twitter data Sentiment Analysis frameworks.