BETA
Chapter 1
The psychology of instant sharing
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Chapter 2
Global highways of digital culture
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Chapter 3
The algorithmic fast lane
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Chapter 4
Real world impact of viral ideas
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YOUR GOAL
Master of How memes outrun the news
Ch 2 · Global highways of digital culture
andy Digital Culture Highways
No edit, no vetting, just hit share and send, We're racing through the ocean to the other end.
andy Short-form video algorithms push identical visual trends to users across different continents.
andy Private messaging apps like WhatsApp and WeChat drive massive peer-to-peer meme sharing.
Fun Fact
Global reach: The viral 2020 'Coffin Dance' video helped Ghanaian leader Benjamin Aidoo raise money for local charity and global awareness.
Glossary
submarine cable (noun)
An insulated cable laid on the ocean floor to transmit telecommunication signals. These undersea wires carry ninety-nine percent of transoceanic data, allowing viral jokes to outpace traditional news broadcasts.
An insulated cable laid on the ocean floor to transmit telecommunication signals. These undersea wires carry ninety-nine percent of transoceanic data, allowing viral jokes to outpace traditional news broadcasts.
Quiz
What is the primary purpose of localizing a global meme template during political protests?
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Which country did the famous 'Coffin Dance' meme, featuring Benjamin Aidoo, originate from?
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Why did the 'Coffin Dance' meme spread globally in 2020 without needing any translation?
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What unique feature of TikTok's algorithm allows trends to jump between continents so quickly?