From Indymedia to Anonymous: rethinking action and identity in digital cultures (original) (raw)

The paper explores the evolution of collective action in digital cultures, contrasting the emergence of the 'experience movement' with traditional organizational identities. It examines the role of platforms like 4chan and the Anonymous collective in shaping new forms of engagement, emphasizing the tensions between individual motivations and collective identities. Through analyzing campaigns, particularly against Scientology, the research highlights the implications of anonymity and the redefinition of identity in digital activism.