Bangladesh, Nov. 13 -- In the recent US elections, one of the biggest losers-aside from the Democratic Party-was the mainstream media, often referred to as “corporate media,” encompassing traditional news channels, newspapers, and magazines. Once seen as the dominant force in shaping public opinion, this sector now faces a credibility crisis, grappling with the aftermath of election outcomes that its pollsters and pundits completely misread. The elections unexpected results not only highlighted the deep disconnect between mainstream media and the public but also underscored the rise of new media platforms as influential players in political discourse.

Leading up to the election, nearly every major news outlet, from CNN and MS...