Saudi Gazette report

JEDDAH — King Abdulaziz University (KAU), through its Faculty of Communication and Media, will host the Digital Communication Conference under the theme "Communication... Media and More" from April 29 to May 1, 2025, at the King Faisal Conference Center in Jeddah.

Bringing together 140 researchers from 56 universities across 12 countries, the conference aims to foster collaboration between academic institutions and media professionals, and to explore the rapidly evolving digital communication landscape.

KAU’s Vice President for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Dr. Amin Naaman, stated that the event highlights the university’s dedication to advancing communication and media studies in line with global digital transformations and the growing integration of technology in the field.

The three-day conference will feature 10 panel discussions covering a wide range of topics, including the future of communication and media education, the role of government communication during crises, artificial intelligence in journalism, the influence of technological innovation on content creation, and the challenges faced by media institutions in the digital age.

Sessions will also explore the impact of digital platforms on public opinion, effective communication strategies in a digital-first world, and the ethical dimensions of AI in media.