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The Power and History of Hashtags on Twitter

This chapter discusses the origin and adoption of the hashtag symbol on social media platform Twitter, tracing its history and significance. It highlights how hashtags have become a popular tool in various contexts, including advertisements, social movements, music videos, memes, TV shows, and everyday conversations.

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