With the rapid development of digital technology and new media technology, virtual culture has received widespread attention. As an emerging cultural phenomenon, virtual idols are changing the pattern of the traditional entertainment industry. However, the development of the virtual industry is still unstable, and there are still many shortcomings. This article explores the rise of virtual idols in the new media environment and their impact on communication mechanisms, providing a new perspective for understanding cultural communication in the new media era and guiding the healthy development of the virtual idol industry. The study analyzed the definition, development process, and dissemination characteristics of virtual idols in the new media environment, revealing the challenges faced by the virtual idol industry, such as infringement, content homogenization, single market operation mode, privacy protection, and technological bottlenecks. Corresponding countermeasures and suggestions were proposed to strengthen industry norms and protection, innovate content and technology, enhance supervision and protection, and seek more profitable models.
Xinyan Li (Tue,) studied this question.