Why and how to become big: Analysis of hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days
In the era of information explosion, countless topics emerge every day, but there are only a few "big hot spots" that can really trigger widespread discussions. This article will sort out the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days, analyze "why certain topics have become bigger" through structured data, and explore the communication logic behind them.
1. Top 5 hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days

| Ranking | topic | heat index | Main platform | duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A celebrity’s divorce | 9,850,000 | Weibo/Douyin | 7 days |
| 2 | New AI model released | 6,200,000 | Zhihu/professional forum | 5 days |
| 3 | New trends in the international situation | 5,800,000 | news client | Ongoing |
| 4 | Internet celebrity food review | 4,500,000 | Xiaohongshu/Station B | 3 days |
| 5 | College Entrance Examination Reform Discussion | 3,900,000 | WeChat/Education Platform | 4 days |
2. Three core elements for making the topic “bigger”
Through analysis of popular topics, we found that content with the following characteristics is more likely to spread widely:
| elements | Description | Typical cases | influence weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| emotional resonance | Can arouse strong emotional reactions from the public | Celebrity Divorce Events | 35% |
| Practical value | Provide information that can be directly applied | AI new model | 30% |
| contested space | There is room for discussion of opposing viewpoints | College Entrance Examination Reform | 25% |
| Timeliness | Highly relevant to current social focus | international situation | 10% |
3. Analysis of the “bigger” path of content dissemination
Observing the propagation trajectory of these hot topics, we can summarize the typical amplification paths:
1.detonation stage: Usually the initial content is released by authoritative media or leading KOLs, forming the first wave of communication peak within 2-4 hours.
2.diffusion stage: Small and medium V and ordinary users join the discussion to generate UGC content, and the topic grows exponentially.
3.precipitation stage: The media began to produce in-depth interpretation content, and the topic entered a period of rational discussion.
| stage | duration | key players | Content form |
|---|---|---|---|
| detonation period | 0-6 hours | Media/Big V | News/short comments |
| diffusion period | 6-48 hours | Small and medium V/users | Jokes/Second creations |
| Precipitation period | 2-7 days | Experts/Institutions | In-depth analysis |
4. How platform algorithms help topics “grow bigger”
The content recommendation mechanisms of different platforms have a decisive impact on topic dissemination:
| platform | Recommendation logic | amplification effect | Typical cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot search list + social communication | 3-5 times | celebrity event | |
| Douyin | Decentralized recommendation | 10-50 times | Internet celebrity food |
| Zhihu | Weighted by professionalism | 2-3 times | technical topics |
5. How to create sustainable “big topics”
Based on data analysis, we summarized three key strategies for creating lasting hot spots:
1.multi-layered narrative structure: It has both superficial attraction points and leaves space for in-depth interpretation. For example, AI topics include both the hard-core content of technological breakthroughs and the social value of ethical discussions.
2.participatory design: Actively set up interactive discussion nodes. In the topic of college entrance examination reform, the voting design of "Do you support the subject selection model?" significantly increased participation.
3.Cross-platform adaptation: Customize content forms according to different platform characteristics. For the same international event, a quick news summary is made on Weibo, an in-depth analysis video is made on Station B, and a professional discussion is launched on Zhihu.
From the above analysis, it can be seen that the "bigger" topic is not accidental, but the result of the joint action of content attributes, communication mechanisms and social psychology. Understanding these laws will help us create and disseminate valuable content more effectively.
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