The 'Has Science Gone Too Far?' meme originated from sensationalist internet banner ads in the early 2010s, which often featured poorly photoshopped images to entice users into clicking. The most iconic iteration showcased a bizarre 'merman' or a hand with extra fingers, accompanied by the binary choice of 'Real' or 'Fake.' This template is now used ironically to highlight 'cursed' images, absurd technological advancements, or weird food combinations. It parodies the desperate, click-driven nature of early web advertising while serving as a perfect vehicle for surreal humor and internet skepticism.