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'Dead Internet Theory' Is Back Thanks to All of That AI Slop


Have you heard of the Dead Internet Theory that’s been circling online (ironically) lately? If not, brace yourself…

These agents can rapidly create posts alongside AI-generated images designed to farm engagement (clicks, likes, comments) on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.” This creates a vicious cycle of artificial engagement, one that has no clear agenda and no longer involves humans at all.” In fact, a few OpenAI researchers have even expressed their concerns about the future of artificial intelligence—and its impact on humanity.

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