Information Theory reveals how the universe organizes itself as a self-referential system. In the CTMU, information isn’t passive; it actively defines the structure of reality, connecting cognition and existence in profound ways.
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Exploring how Information Theory forms the foundation of Christopher Langan’s CTMU, this post reveals how the universe operates as a self-referential, informational system bridging science, cognition, and reality.
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