The Why Files: Operation Podcast

509: DEEP DIVE: The Dead Internet Theory | It's ALL Fake

Nov 22, 2023
Discover the concept of the Dead Internet Theory, exploring fake traffic and bots on platforms like YouTube and Facebook. Uncover the prevalence of click farms, fake accounts on social media, and lawsuits against platforms. Explore the dark side of dating apps with fake profiles and legal action. Delve into AI manipulation on Twitter, AI voice cloning scams, and autonomous murder drones. Reflect on appreciation, support, and a holiday ad.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Problem of Fake Traffic and Bots
02:29 • 3min
3
The prevalence of click farms and fake accounts on social media platforms
05:18 • 4min
4
The Dark Side of Dating Apps: Fake Profiles and Legal Action
08:50 • 5min
5
Dead Internet Theory and AI Manipulation
13:25 • 15min
6
AI Voice Cloning Scams and Autonomous Murder Drones
28:15 • 5min
7
Appreciation, Support, and a Holiday Ad
32:56 • 2min