The 'If I Die 1st' Contest Awards World Fame for Morbid Happenings
Cody Turner — September 2, 2012 — Pop Culture
Everyone would like to believe that they left some kind of a mark on the world after passing, and now with the ‘If I Die 1st’ website, you can leave behind a personal message that will go public once you leave this life.
Based on the question “what will you leave behind?” this website is getting a lot of traffic from those who want to be remembered. You can login to the site and record a personal message for people to see in the event of your untimely demise. The video will be made public to all your Facebook friends and whomever you have chosen to be your Trustees.
If I Die 1st is currently holding a contest of awarding the first user “world fame” if they are the first user to die, promising to broadcast their message to over 200 million people.
Based on the question “what will you leave behind?” this website is getting a lot of traffic from those who want to be remembered. You can login to the site and record a personal message for people to see in the event of your untimely demise. The video will be made public to all your Facebook friends and whomever you have chosen to be your Trustees.
If I Die 1st is currently holding a contest of awarding the first user “world fame” if they are the first user to die, promising to broadcast their message to over 200 million people.
Trend Themes
1. Personal Legacy Messaging - The trend of leaving behind personalized messages for loved ones to see after one's passing, creating an opportunity for platforms to offer secure and private digital legacy services.
2. Death-related Social Interaction - The trend of using social media platforms and websites to facilitate conversations and interactions around death and remembrance, leading to potential opportunities for online memorial services and grief support networks.
3. Digital Fame After Death - The trend of seeking posthumous recognition and fame through digital platforms, presenting opportunities for websites and apps to create immersive and interactive experiences to honor and commemorate the deceased.
Industry Implications
1. Digital Legacy Services - The industry that focuses on providing secure and comprehensive solutions for individuals to manage and pass on their digital legacies, including personal messages and data.
2. Online Memorial Services - The industry that offers digital platforms and services for people to create online memorials and commemorate their departed loved ones in a personalized and interactive manner.
3. Grief Support Networks - The industry that provides online communities, platforms, and resources to offer support, counseling, and resources for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one.
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