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In an article about bitcoin a phto of gold bitcoins

Harnessing Innovation: Cryptocurrencies and the Internet of Things (IoT)

Cryptocurrencies and the Internet of Things (IoT) are two groundbreaking technologies that have the potential to revolutionize the way we live and do business.…

September 14, 2023

In an article about an Internet Shutdown, a parchment contains hieroglyphic symbolizations of post-apocalyptic civilization.

Internet Shutdown: Is a Digital Apocalypse Imminent?

Isabelle Brookshire, Whittier College

A major solar storm capable of cracking our online infrastructure creates concern for users everywhere.…

August 10, 2023

Tumblr Introduces the ‘Important Blue Internet Checkmark’

Shawna Smith, University of Phoenix

Yes, you can buy this one too.…

January 30, 2023

Microplastics Are Both a Scary New Threat and the Latest Internet Meme

Kaitlyn Anderson, Cornell University

The industrial byproduct is making its way into our environment, bodies and, surprisingly, meme culture.…

August 11, 2022

An illustration of shoes on or shoes off in the house.

The Debate Over Wearing Shoes in the House Takes Another Stroll Around the Internet

Joy Young, Chapman University

The question of whether to wear shoes in the house or not is a debate that spans decades, so can its 2022 revival reveal deeper truths about our cultures?…

May 9, 2022

Girl (Lain) staring directly at audience a serious exppression on her face.

A World Connected: ‘Serial Experiments Lain’ Predicted the Internet Age

Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez, Florida Atlantic University

The abstract anime mini-series painted a scarily accurate image of the modern internet and its impact on society.…

April 27, 2022

Image depicts young girl struggling with mental illness online.

Mental Illness in the Internet Age: A Community Commodified

Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio

The battle to be seen online has morphed disorders into trends.…

April 5, 2022

The Crochet Trend Is the Sweet Solution to Internet ‘Doomscrolling’

Joy Young, Chapman University

It's easy to pick up your phone and endlessly scroll for hours until your eyes sting, but there might be something more fulfilling to do with your downtime.…

April 4, 2022

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The Internet Responds to the Invasion of Ukraine With a Mix of Satire and Seriousness

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

News spreads faster than ever before, and it’s never been easier to gauge the public’s reaction. However, the responses to what's happening in Ukraine range from the serious to the weird. …

March 10, 2022

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Disney’s Eerily Abandoned Discovery Island Has the Internet Hooked

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

The once-popular attraction has now become practically a legend for urban explorers and dedicated parkgoers.…

January 21, 2022

Illustration of an empty building as an example of liminal spaces

Liminal Spaces: The Creepy and Weird Places That Fascinate the Internet

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

Chances are you know the feeling of encountering an environment that feels a bit off, even if you can’t quite put your finger on why.…

December 15, 2021

Screenshot from My Life is Boring video from Lael

Lael’s ‘My Life is Boring’ Fails To Impress After Its Internet Drama

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

After weeks of guilt trips and manipulation, fans have decided the artist's new single isn’t worth all the trouble it caused online.…

October 1, 2021

uQuiz Reveals the Endless Allure of Internet Quizzes

Study Breaks Staff

The quiz-making platform, noticeably different from the Buzzfeed quizzes loved by millennials, ultimately tells us something about Gen Z and how they use the internet.…

September 28, 2021

JoJo Siwa Ditches Her Signature Hair Bow and the Internet Is Here For It

Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

The social media star has decided to alter a key facet of her 'childlike' image. Does this mean her haters will finally leave her alone? …

August 1, 2021

Bentellect, Internet Fame and the Issue of Viral Reposting

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

Viral TikTok user Ben Tarrolly is one of the many social media accounts that recycle content from other creators without giving them their due credit.…

June 14, 2021

In an article about stan culture, a photo of a phone's screen with social media apps on it

Stan Culture Is Nothing More Than Crazed Internet Bullying

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

The world of social media is often full of indignity. It offers an oasis of cruelty just as much as it offers an oasis of opportunity and information-seeking. It perpetuates the rise of bullies.…

February 10, 2021

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Pretty Hurts, or Let’s End the Toxic Internet Culture That Bullies Women for Plastic Surgery

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

Stop dragging, dissecting, and negatively obsessing over women who have surgically altered their bodies. Let them be.…

January 31, 2021

Internet ‘Stan’ Culture Needs To Get Rid of Its Cult Mentality

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The increased presence of celebrities on social media sometimes makes people think they are closer to their favorites than they are. This can have serious consequences.…

October 13, 2020

WeChat, one of the potential victims of Trump's Clean Network plan

Trump’s Clean Network Is Set to Fracture the Internet

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

The plan will rid Americans of apps, telecommunications carriers and cloud-based services connected to Chinese companies.…

August 29, 2020

AAVE is often used by white people on popular social media apps

Dear Non-Black People, AAVE Is Not ‘Stan’ or ‘Internet Culture’

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

The use of African American Vernacular English has become increasingly popular on social media, but ultimately, it exploits Black expression.…

August 24, 2020

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Why the Internet Is Trying to Cancel Ellen DeGeneres

Audrey Martin, Boston University

She has been a staple of daytime television for nearly two decades, but that might be coming to an end after the publication of reports alleging her ‘be kind’ mantra is just an act.…

August 17, 2020

Illustration of three The Ordinary glass serum bottles.

The Ordinary Skincare Brand Is Sweeping the Internet, and I Tried It Out

Lauren Buchko, Michigan State University

Their incredibly affordable products have inspired cultlike devotion. The question is: Do they actually live up to the hype?…

June 3, 2020

Image of a person looking at their phone as they go online

Internet Habits: How Do We Spend Our Time Online?

Daniel Reed

What are people actually doing when they're on their computers or smartphones?…

May 5, 2020

In a digital storm, it has become easier than ever for artists to release music and create beats without the need for a recording studio.

Internet Beats Are Changing the Way Music Is Created

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Because of the web, aspiring producers and musicians can go from making beats in their bedroom to featuring on tracks by big name artists.…

April 30, 2020

Illustration by Francesca Mahaney of a the Mima from Perfect Blue

‘Perfect Blue’ Perfectly Captures the Loss of Identity in the Internet Age

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

Originally released over 23 years ago, the anime horror film feels remarkably prescient in the era of social media.…

April 26, 2020

Britney Spears Is the Internet’s New Communist Queen

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

After an Instagram post sparked some serious political discussion — and considering all the pop icon has been through — she certainly deserves the title.…

April 11, 2020