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Satellite Technologies in Data-Driven Journalism: Newsroom Practices in Türkiye

Murad Karaduman(AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY)0000-0002-6700-8547
Elif Pınar Aciyan Şen0000-0002-2162-5830
Sibel Karaduman(AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY)0000-0001-6237-9624
Nusret Demir(AKDENIZ UNIVERSITY)0000-0002-8756-7127
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2026-03-30
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This study advocates for the integration of “satellite-supported journalism” courses into communication curricula and the establishment of comprehensive verification protocols within media organizations, thereby strengthening the credibility, transparency, and social responsibility of the profession.

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Amaç & Hipotez:This study explores the role of satellite technologies in data-driven journalism and their impact on professional practices.
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Temel Bulgular & Veri:Drawing on in-depth interviews with 15 journalists from national and local media outlets in Türkiye, the research employs thematic analysis to examine how these technologies are integrated into news production.
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Sonuç & Katkı:This study advocates for the integration of “satellite-supported journalism” courses into communication curricula and the establishment of comprehensive verification protocols within media organizations, thereby strengthening the credibility, transparency, and social responsibility of the profession.
🔬Tür:Research Article
📍Kapsam:Genişletilmiş Akademik Örneklem
⚙️Değişkenler:Satellite Technologies · Data-Driven Journalism · Ethics

Abstract

This study explores the role of satellite technologies in data-driven journalism and their impact on professional practices. Drawing on in-depth interviews with 15 journalists from national and local media outlets in Türkiye, the research employs thematic analysis to examine how these technologies are integrated into news production. Findings indicate that satellite data significantly enhance accuracy, speed, and reliability, particularly in covering natural disasters, environmental issues, and conflict zones. However, due to limited institutional training and technical infrastructure, most journalists rely on open-source platforms such as Google Earth and NASA. Ethical concerns raised by participants emphasize accuracy, reliability, and national security. This study advocates for the integration of “satellite-supported journalism” courses into communication curricula and the establishment of comprehensive verification protocols within media organizations, thereby strengthening the credibility, transparency, and social responsibility of the profession.

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Karaduman, M., Şen, E. P. A., Karaduman, S., Demir, N. (2026). Satellite Technologies in Data-Driven Journalism: Newsroom Practices in Türkiye. Journal of Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Economics and Administrative Sciences Faculty, Volume: 13 Issue: 1. https://doi.org/10.30798/makuiibf.1792170

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