These "net-states" are looking less and less like independent actors in the political sphere and more like arms by which nation-states can reach into the cultur

These "net-states" are looking less and less like independent actors in the political sphere and more like arms by which nation-states can reach into the cultural sphere and influence conduct and opinion as well as put their finger on the pulse of the public sentiment, even targeting the communications of individual people regardless of whose citizens they happen to be. Net-states are unique compared to traditional media companies in that they have a far easier time crossing national boundaries. Where before Hollywood or the BBC needed a dominant share in the market of foreign countries to spread the ideals of their host countries, net-states act more like portals to any region with an internet connection with little holding it back.