Yucel, Alev2026-04-042026-04-0420251468-38491743-9663https://doi.org/10.1080/14683849.2024.2392816https://hdl.handle.net/11411/10525This article introduces the concept of hybrid digital authoritarianism, a model of digital governance that combines consolidated digital authoritarian practices with strategically limited digital freedoms to sustain a fa & ccedil;ade of democratic governance. The evolution of Turkey's digital governance, marked by the enactment of the 'censorship law/disinformation law' in October 2022, represents a deliberate shift toward more entrenched digital authoritarianism. The dissemination of pro-government AI-generated disinformation, particularly targeting opposition during the 2023 national and presidential elections and the 2024 local elections, underscores Turkey's progression towards a more consolidated form of digital authoritarianism. This study examines the impact of recent legislative changes, including the contentious Press Law and Internet Regulation Law, and the role of AI-generated disinformation in shaping Turkey's digital governance.eninfo:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccessHybrid Digital AuthoritarianismAi-Generated DisinformationCensorship LawFreedom Of ExpressionTurkish PoliticsArticle2-s2.0-8520153977310.1080/14683849.2024.239281610.1080/14683849.2024.2392816271Q1126Q1WOS:001292978600001