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Computational Reality Theory

Tashawn Canada

Published Jan 1, 2026• 0 citations
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We propose a comprehensive framework investigating whether physical reality exhibits computational properties consistent with information-theoretic constraints. Our theory unifies quantum mechanics, consciousness, multiverse cosmology, and the simulation hypothesis through five core hypotheses: (1) Consciousness emerges from integrated information (Φ > threshold) (2) Quantum mechanics reflects computational optimization strategies (3) Multiverse structure arises from timeline branching (copy-on-write) (4) Memory anomalies (Mandela Effect) result from timeline merging (5) Physical laws emerge from simple computational rules

DOI
10.17605/osf.io/mt3e2

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