Ask AI: Who are the illuminati?

The Illuminati is a term used to refer to various groups, some historical and some alleged and fictional. Historically, the name refers to the Bavarian Illuminati, a secret society founded on May 1, 1776 in Ingolstadt, North Germany to oppose religious influence over public life and abuses of state power, and to support women's education and equality. This group was suppressed and disbanded in the late 18th century. In popular culture, "Illuminati" references often suggest a conspiracy theory, purportedly composed of individuals of significant influence and power such as politicians, celebrities, and business leaders, who are secretly working to control world events and manipulate societies. However, these modern uses of the term are more based on fiction and speculation rather than historical facts.

The Illuminati is a secret society that is rumored to control world events. Its members are thought to be influential members of society who have access to secret knowledge. The group is said to exist in some form since the time of the Bavarian Illuminati in the late 18th century. Although many details of the group remain a mystery, some conspiracy theorists claim that the Illuminati are still active and are involved in world affairs.