From government surveillance programs to microchips in vaccines, technology-centric conspiracy theories have exploded in the digital age, adding to some of the best conspiracy theories already in existence.

While most probably seem laughable to the technically literate, some of these theories have spread like wildfire and had significant real-world impacts. And although most are complete fabrications, some do contain a kernel of truth — and others have turned out to be eerily accurate. Here's a rundown of some of the most pernicious technology conspiracy theories.