This AI Theory Is Sweeping the Internet. Here's What You Need to Know
CNETSunday, June 15, 2025 at 12:00:00 PM
Ever feel like the internet's getting...weird? A buzzy idea called the "Dead Internet Theory" suggests that a huge chunk of online content—comments, articles, even viral trends—might actually be generated by AI bots, not humans. The theory ties into growing concerns about AI’s role in shaping (or distorting) what we see online. Some folks think it explains why the web feels increasingly hollow or repetitive, while skeptics call it an overblown conspiracy. Either way, it’s sparking big conversations about authenticity in the digital age.
Editor’s Note: Whether you buy the theory or not, it taps into real anxieties about how AI could quietly reshape our online world. If bots are flooding the internet with synthetic content, it could warp everything from public discourse to product reviews—making it harder to trust what we read. This isn’t just sci-fi speculation; it’s a lens for examining how tech might be changing human connection without us even noticing.
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