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The belief that the universe is a computer simulation has gained traction among Silicon Valley billionaires and is being presented with religious undertones.

TechnologyPhilosophyOct 12, 2026score 0.452 posts · 0 replies across 1 instances
The thread discusses the idea that the universe is a computer simulation, particularly highlighting how this theory is embraced by Silicon Valley billionaires and has taken on religious undertones. It critiques the spread of this belief within the tech industry and its implications.

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The belief that the universe is a computer simulation has gained traction among Silicon Valley billionaires and is being presented with religious undertones.
Parent: TechnologyEntity: Big TechImpact: negativeDate: Oct 12, 2026Target: The belief that the universe is a computer simulation

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Our universe is not just a computer simulation, but try telling that to the billionaires of Big Tech The theory that life is just a Matrix-like computer simulation has caught on in Silicon Valley and is taking on increasingly religious tones. https://www.skeptic.org.uk/2026/10/our-universe-is-not-just-a-computer-simulation-but-try-telling-that-to-the-billionaires-of-big-tech/ #Philosophy #Technology
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Our universe is not just a computer simulation, but try telling that to the billionaires of Big Tech | Michael Marshall https://www.skeptic.org.uk/2026/10/our-universe-is-not-just-a-computer-simulation-but-try-telling-that-to-the-billionaires-of-big-tech/
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