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Iqbal, a buzzer in Indonesia, explains how this industry operates. His work involves creating and managing fake accounts that post regular, seemingly authentic content tied to the profiles' personas. Businesses, political entities, and even individuals hire buzzers to craft posts that appear genuine, effectively creating a veneer of grassroots support or opposition. The economic incentives are substantial, with many marketing these services as part of political strategies to influence voter sentiment or discredit opponents.