Assumptions and Speculation
A significant aspect of the simulation hypothesis is based on assumptions about how technology will evolve. These assumptions, however, remain speculative, weakening the argument for simulations.
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The Simulation Hypothesis: Why We’re Probably Living in Reality (Not a Computer Program)
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The simulation hypothesis proposes that our reality could be a computer program, but according to Dr. David Kipping, we're likely not living in one. His arguments focus on the complexities of proving such a theory while acknowledging that the idea remains intriguing but speculative at best.
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