How platforms like Netflix and YouTube fragmented audiences into "niche communities."

How "local" content becomes a global phenomenon (e.g., Squid Game or K-Pop) through digital distribution.

How popular media reflects current social values (e.g., the rise of diverse casting and social justice themes).

Reiterate that media is no longer just "background noise" but a primary architect of modern life.

The potential for AI-generated scripts, music, and deepfake performances to redefine "content." 6. Conclusion

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