Scary fact: Half of the internet isn't human btw.

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Why it worked

The video taps into a prevalent and unsettling conspiracy theory about the nature of the internet, using visually striking and somewhat surreal imagery to capture attention and provoke thought, making it highly shareable.

Summary

The video discusses the "Dead Internet theory," a conspiracy theory suggesting that the internet is largely composed of bot activity and automated content, manipulating human users. It presents various visuals and text snippets to illustrate the concept.

Structure

1Introduction of the "Dead Internet theory" concept.
2Explanation of the theory's core tenets: bot activity and automated content.
3Visuals depicting non-human or manipulated digital representations.
4Further elaboration on the theory's origins and perceived impact.
5Concluding with unsettling imagery related to the theory.

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