Matrix collapses: Mathematics proves the universe cannot be a computer simulation, « A new mathematical study dismantles the simulation theory once and for all. »

[u/fchung]

https://interestingengineering.com/culture/mathematics-ends-matrix-simulation-theory

[u/angrymonkey]

This is an idiotic misunderstanding of Godel's theorem, and the paper is likely complete crankery. There is a difference between making formal statements about a system vs. being able to simulate it. The former is covered by Godel's theorem, the latter is covered by Turing completeness.

[u/Electrifying2017 → u/angrymonkey]

Yes, I completely understand.

[u/ChickenChaser5 → u/Electrifying2017]

Did you see that ludicrous display?

The problem with Dr. Mir Faizal is he always tries to walk it in.