Definition:
Content commodification is the transformation of creative expression into interchangeable units optimised for engagement and monetisation.
Usage Context:
Seen in algorithm-driven platforms that prioritise frequency, trend alignment, and virality.
Critical Note:
Commodification erodes meaning and authorship. Creativity becomes a throughput problem rather than an expressive act.
Related Terms:
Value Extraction, Creator Economy Exploitation, Art vs Content, Platform Power, Manufactured Demand