# Crowdfunding pledges used to manufacture early momentum | Dead Internet Theory

Dead Internet Theory: Early crowdfunding pledges can function as social proof, so staged or self-funded support may create the appearance that independent backers have already validated a campaign.

https://switchboardtechservices.com/articles/dit-crowdfunding-pledges-used-to-manufacture-early-momentum/

By Switchboard Tech Services · Originally published 2026-06-09

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