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The Dark Nexus of Rationalism, Cult Dynamics, and Violent Extremism
A recent investigation into the underground world of radical rationalist communities has uncovered a disturbing web of violence, ideological fanaticism, and tragic loss. Anchored by the story of the Zizians—an eclectic, highly ideological group rooted in the Silicon Valley culture of rationalism—these events demonstrate how the combination of online echo chambers and radical beliefs can propel individuals toward dangerous, even deadly, actions.