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The rise of the ANSI scene was intrinsically linked to illegal software piracy in the 1980s and 1990s. As teenagers and young hackers pirated software, they needed a way to make their BBS sites stand out.
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Operating from 1993 to 2001, Cia (Creators of Intense Art) was one of the most active and longest-lasting groups on the artscene, producing 77 "conspiracies" (their term for art packs) alongside ACiD and iCE. Led by the artist known as Napalm, Cia’s longevity and consistent output make their work essential viewing for anyone interested in the evolution of the craft.