TheoryThe Internet is All Dead? One of the Spookiest Internet Theories

Disclaimer: The Dead Internet Theory has been a thing of debate for decades, much of it is speculative, with lots of worries and so little clear-cut evidence.

The Concept

The theory of the “Dead Internet” suggests that the Internet is dying, as we know it. The Internet is not going to disappear all of a sudden but it is probably get assimilated. The theory held that the web was becoming more and more owned by large companies, consolidating their power while simultaneously marginalizing smaller independent voices. That centralization, combined with algorithmic biases and data privacy issues, may result in a less open and diverse internet landscape.

Key Concerns:

Monopolization: The emergence of tech behemoths, such as Google, Facebook, and Amazon generated questions about market dominance. They own massive parts of the infrastructure and user data that power the Internet, with relevant questions about competition/enforcement policy and innovation.)

Bias in algorithms: The equation of the algorithm that decides what we view online can itself be biased, hence playing a part in sustaining stereotypes and limiting exploring multiple viewpoints. This fuels echo chambers and can hinder critical thinking.