Learning hidden cascades via classification

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2505.11228v2
• Date: Thu, 12 Jun 2025 13:37:57 GMT
• Title: Learning hidden cascades via classification
• Authors: Derrick Gilchrist Edward Manoharan, Anubha Goel, Alexandros Iosifidis, Henri Hansen, Juho Kanniainen,
• Abstract summary: We propose a partial observability-aware Machine Learning framework to learn the characteristics of the spreading model.<n>We evaluate our method on two types of synthetic networks and extend the study to a real-world insider trading network.
• Score: 64.51931908932421
• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: The spreading dynamics in social networks are often studied under the assumption that individuals' statuses, whether informed or infected, are fully observable. However, in many real-world situations, such statuses remain unobservable, which is crucial for determining an individual's potential to further spread the infection. While this final status is hidden, intermediate indicators such as symptoms of infection are observable and provide important insights into the spread process. We propose a partial observability-aware Machine Learning framework to learn the characteristics of the spreading model. We term the method Distribution Classification, which utilizes the power of classifiers to infer the underlying transmission dynamics. We evaluate our method on two types of synthetic networks and extend the study to a real-world insider trading network. Results show that the method performs well, especially on complex networks with high cyclic connectivity, supporting its utility in analyzing real-world spreading phenomena where direct observation of individual statuses is not possible.

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