Technology8/17/2025β€’The Guardian

AI has created a new breed of cat video: addictive, disturbing and nauseatingly quick soap operas

AI has created a new breed of cat video: addictive, disturbing and nauseatingly quick soap operas

The article discusses the emergence of a new genre of AI-generated cat videos that have become a viral sensation on the internet. These videos feature cats engaging in dramatic storylines, often set to the soundtrack of Billie Eilish's song "What Was I Made For?". The videos depict themes of cheating, revenge, and violence, and are characterized as being "addictive, disturbing and nauseatingly quick soap operas". The article notes that these videos have attracted millions of views, with Billie Eilish herself acknowledging the phenomenon by miaowing on stage during a performance. The article is part of the "Internet wormhole" series, which explores the impact of technology on popular culture.

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