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The media landscape is also heavily involved, with outlets seemingly exploiting these conflicts for clicks and ad revenue. Historical examples, such as Gamergate, are echoed here—where media outlets revisit old controversies to generate interest and traffic, especially as venture capital funding for media begins to dry up.
Insiders speculate that some media outlets are deliberately stirring trouble to keep audience engagement high, reviving old conflicts or creating new ones to sustain interest. This cycle benefits insiders and journalists but can further destabilize creators and fans who feel caught in the crossfire.