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[[File:Popular Delusions Hype.png|thumb|'''Figure 1'''. During a new hype cycle we often act as if we have never seen hype before before.]] | [[File:Popular Delusions Hype.png|thumb|'''Figure 1'''. During a new hype cycle we often act as if we have never seen hype before before.]] | ||
'''A hype cycle describes the various stages of the adoption a | '''A hype cycle describes the various stages of the adoption a trend into popular consciousness''' (See '''Figure 1'''). The adoptions is often characterised by 5 stages: | ||
# '''Trigger''': This is the first stage, where a particular trend starts gaining momentum. It could be a new fad, belief, or behavior that triggers attention and begins to attract followers. Media and social networks often play a significant role in this phase, enhancing visibility and generating curiosity. | # '''Trigger''': This is the first stage, where a particular trend starts gaining momentum. It could be a new fad, belief, or behavior that triggers attention and begins to attract followers. Media and social networks often play a significant role in this phase, enhancing visibility and generating curiosity. |