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B3ta is a British website and online community launched in 2001. It is centered around user-generated content, primarily involving digital image manipulation, animations, and other forms of media. The site features message boards where users share their creations, often incorporating humor, satire, or references to current events and popular culture.
A weekly newsletter compiles notable user contributions, site updates, and competitions. Regular image challenges set specific themes for participants to follow. In addition to visual content, B3ta has hosted Q&A sessions with various guests and facilitated discussions on a range of topics.
The website gained recognition for its role in early internet meme culture in the UK, with some of its content spreading beyond the community. Some contributors have gone on to work in media and advertising. As internet culture evolved, engagement on B3ta declined, though the site continues to operate with a dedicated user base.
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