SMRTR TechJul 29, 2025Ars Technica

The case for memes as a new form of comics

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Memes are evolving into a new form of digital comics, according to Ohio State professor Michelle Ann Abate. Both rely on the interplay of visual and verbal elements for humor, with memes offering infinite possibilities for remixing and repurposing images. Abate argues that memes represent the next stage in the evolution of comics, adapting to online culture while maintaining core elements of the genre.

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