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I don't know either, but I imagine it's the same reason they debase themselves by valuing the fake internet points the memes earn them.

• zem 5y ago
  what would you consider "real" internet points?
  • wila 5y ago
    hacker news karma points (ducks)
    • msrenee 5y ago
      Wait, what's the conversion rate of HN karma to ducks? I haven't received any ducks at this point. When should I start to expect them? I'm fond of mallards and mandarins. Do I get a choice?
• wy35 5y ago
  A successful meme page with thousands of followers can generate substantial income. “Fake internet points” sometimes correlates directly with real cash.