Development of Fake News Detection Method using Machine Learning Algorithm

Sandesh Kandel, Sunny Kumar | Saraswathi Priyadarshini A | SCOPE

Introduction Results
By utilizing larger and diverse datasets, employing advanced linguistic features
Below graph summarizes the accuracy achieved by each algorithm on the final
and ensemble techniques, addressing intentional manipulation, and
emphasizing transparency, we have advanced the field's understanding and dataset. It is evident that the maximum accuracy achieved on Decision Tree which
capabilities. Our work enhances the accuracy, contextual analysis, and reliability
of fake news detection systems, contributing to the effective identification and is 99.70%. The next highest accuracy is achieved on Support Vector Machine
mitigation of the detrimental impact of fake news in various domains. (SVM) which is 99.55%. The next highest accuracy is achieved on Random Forest
Motivation of 99.19%. The next highest accuracy is achieved on Logistic Regression which is
The motivation behind our project is to combat the growing threat of fake news by 98.85%. The least accuracy is achieved on Naïve Bayes which is 95.17%. Below
developing an advanced machine learning-based detection system. We aim to
protect individuals, society, and democracy from the harmful effects of Table Represents the name of the classifier and accuracy achieved by classifier.
misinformation and manipulation. By empowering users with a reliable tool to Statistica, Matlab) should be saved as JPEG or TIFF and them imported.
distinguish between genuine and fake news, we strive to promote informed
decision-making, safeguard public trust, and foster a more truthful and
responsible information ecosystem.
SCOPE of the Project
The scope of our project encompasses the development and implementation of a
robust fake news detection system using machine learning algorithms. We aim to
achieve high accuracy and reliability in identifying fake news across various
domains. The system will provide a user-friendly interface for easy access and
utilization by individuals seeking to verify the authenticity of news articles.
Furthermore, we envision the potential for future enhancements, such as
integrating real-time news monitoring and expanding the system's capabilities to
detect evolving forms of fake news. Our project seeks to make a significant impact
in combating misinformation and promoting the dissemination of reliable
information in the digital age.

Methodology
• We have selected two datasets for our experiments which contain news from
major domains like politics, entertainment, technology, and sports.

• Expanding on the current work by introducing ensemble techniques with

various linguistic feature sets to classify news articles from multiple domains as
true or fake. The ensemble techniques along with Linguistic Inquiry and Word
Count (LIWC) feature.

• We have implemented the experiment using five different algorithm and

analyzed the result on each algorithms and found out the best performing
algorithm.

Conclusion

In conclusion, our project has successfully developed a robust and efficient fake
news detection system using machine learning algorithms. By leveraging advanced
techniques, we have achieved high accuracy in distinguishing between genuine
and fake news articles across diverse domains. Our system's performance metrics,
including accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score, demonstrate its effectiveness in
combating the spread of misinformation. Through our work, we have addressed
the limitations of previous research, introduced novel approaches, and
contributed to the advancement of fake news detection technology. The
successful implementation of our project holds great potential in protecting
individuals, society, and democracy from the detrimental effects of fake news and
fostering a more informed and trustworthy information landscape.

References
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2. Memon, M. A., Khokhar, R. H., & Amin, M. B. (2020). Fake news detection on online social networks: A
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