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The unexpected coronation of a pop‑star as “White Boy of the Year” generated a massive, rapid spike in social‑media chatter and market‑linked sentiment data. For quantitative traders, such events are a reminder that non‑financial news can create measurable price distortions that, when modeled correctly, become exploitable signals. This article shows how to turn a meme‑driven surge into a disciplined trading edge, using the same analytical rigor taught in top‑tier finance programs. From Meme to Market Impact When a celebrity announcement spreads, it triggers a cascade of mentions across platforms that can be captured through keyword counts, sentiment scores, and engagement metrics....