The Holographic Paradigm: The Physics of Information, Consciousness, and Simulation Metaphysics9/29/2025 by Alex M. Vikoulov  “It from bit. Otherwise put, every 'it'... derives its function, its meaning, its very existence entirely... from the apparatus-elicited answers to yes-or-no questions, binary choices, bits.” --John Archibald Wheeler I’ve long maintained that what we call “reality” is not some inert, mind-independent substrate but rather a dynamic, information-based process — a computational architecture of consciousness. In Theology of Digital Physics: Phenomenal Consciousness, The Cosmic Self, and The Pantheistic Interpretation of Our Holographic Reality, I explore the provocative idea that our universe may, in fact, be a form of divine code — a cosmic simulation imbued with consciousness at every level. This is not mere metaphor. Increasingly, both physicists and philosophers are recognizing that what lies beneath the physical is not “stuff” in the classical sense, but information — encoded, processed, and rendered into phenomenal experience by what I argue is a Cosmic Mind.
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by Alex M. Vikoulov  “Mathematics is the language in which God has written the universe.” — Galileo Galilei Have you ever wondered why the universe, with its sprawling galaxies and incomprehensible complexity, is so fine-tuned, structured and resolutely rule-based? Imagine for a moment that beneath the seemingly chaotic surface lies a perfect digital symmetry, a "universal operating system" (OS) underpinning all existence. This is not just a metaphor—it is the crux of what I have come to describe as the OS axiom within my broader Cybernetic Theory of Mind. Today, I’d like to explore this idea with you, especially as it relates to one of my most pivotal concepts: the Omega Singularity.
by Alex Vikoulov  "Everything that rises must converge." –Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
The Omega Point cosmo-teleology emerges from the intersection of quantum cosmology, teleology, and complex systems theory. Originally conceptualized by French philosopher Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, the Omega Point envisions the universe evolving towards a state of maximum complexity and consciousness (Teilhard de Chardin, 1955). Such a state represents the ultimate goal and culmination of cosmic evolution, wherein the convergence of mind and matter leads to a unified superintelligence. by Alex M. Vikoulov  “From the light came light, and from the dark came darkness, but from whence did they appear? Yin and Yang combine to create all things, but which is the source, and which was born from it?” ―Qu Yuan As we venture deeper into the labyrinth of cosmological mysteries, the concept of the Omega Point emerges not merely as a speculative idea but as a pivotal anchor in our quest to understand the telos of the Universe. This article introduces the Omega Point Cosmology, a framework that seeks to unravel the intricate tapestry of space, time, and consciousness. At the heart of this exploration lies the hypothesis that the cosmos is inexorably evolving towards an ultimate state of complexity and consciousness—the Omega Point where time and eternity converge, and where the multitudinous experiences of all sentient beings are integrated into a single, transcendent awareness. This journey into our forgotten future challenges the traditional notions of linear time and invites us to reconsider our role in a Universe where the future can influence the past, and where every step forward is a step into a vast, participatory cosmic evolution. by Alex Vikoulov  “Old Newtonian physics claimed that things have an objective reality separate from our perception of them. Quantum physics, and particularly Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle, reveal that, as our perception of an object changes, the object itself literally changes.” –Marianne Williamson Listen to this article ↴ In the intricate landscape of consciousness studies, an interdisciplinary confluence of scientific inquiry, philosophical speculation, and elements of techno-mysticism emerges. This exploration aims to challenge conventional paradigms and proffer a multifaceted examination of the nature of the conscious mind. Among the humongous spectrum of available first-person experiences, the act of selecting a singular manifest phenomenon for awareness yields what I call a Conscious Instant (CI). A sequence of these perceptual frames constitutes what is generally known as the "stream of consciousness," which creates your continuous flow of time and your unitary sensation of reality. Video: What is Consciousness? Consciousness: Evolution of the Mind, Part I (cc)
The Quest for Ultimate Reality: Exploring Experiential Nirvana as a Path to Self-Transcendence3/29/2023 by Alex Vikoulov  “Man suffers only because he takes seriously what the gods made for fun.” ―Alan W. Watts “What Nirvana?” you might immediately think, “there’s so much suffering in the world including ongoing problems in my own life!” According to Buddhist teachings, Nirvana is defined as a transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self, and the subject is released from the effects of karma and the cycle of death and rebirth. Nirvana is thus associated with the highest state that someone can attain, a state of enlightenment. So, can the pursuit of experience lead to true enlightenment? Are we edging towards Experiential Nirvana on a civilizational level despite certain turbulent events?
by Oberon Zell  "Evolution of consciousness is indeed a spiritual process as well as it is a never-ending process of rational discovery." ―Alex Vikoulov Following is the review of The Syntellect Hypothesis: Five Paradigms of the Mind's Evolution (2020) by Alex M. Vikoulov This is a brilliant and complex book with a vast scope, and consequently a challenge to review in a few paragraphs. It’s an entire graduate University course in 525 dense pages! I found myself taking copious notes and copying many paragraphs I may wish to quote in my own books on these topics. Indeed, I discovered herein quotations from my own writings of over 50 years ago! |
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Notable Publications SUPERALIGNMENT: The Three Approaches to the AI Alignment Problem | How to Ensure the Arrival of Benevolent Artificial Superintelligence Aligned with Human Goals and Values by Alex M.Vikoulov (2026)*: *Pre-Order eBook on Amazon Temporal Mechanics: D-Theory as a Critical Upgrade to Our Understanding of the Nature of Time by Alex M. Vikoulov (2025): eBook Audiobook The Cybernetic Theory of Mind by Alex M. Vikoulov (2025/2022): Audiobook/eBook Series The Syntellect Hypothesis: Five Paradigms of the Mind's Evolution by Alex M. Vikoulov (2020): eBook Paperback Hardcover Audiobook The Omega Singularity: Universal Mind & The Fractal Multiverse by Alex M. Vikoulov (2024/2022): Audiobook eBook THEOGENESIS: Transdimensional Propagation & Universal Expansion by Alex M. Vikoulov (2024/2021): Audiobook eBook The Cybernetic Singularity: The Syntellect Emergence by Alex M. Vikoulov (2024/2021): Audiobook eBook TECHNOCULTURE: The Rise of Man by Alex M. Vikoulov (2020): Audiobook eBook NOOGENESIS: Computational Biology by Alex M. Vikoulov (2024/2020): Audiobook eBook The Ouroboros Code: Reality's Digital Alchemy Self-Simulation Bridging Science and Spirituality by Antonin Tuynman (2025/2019): Audiobook eBook Paperback The Science and Philosophy of Information by Alex M. Vikoulov (2025/2019): Audiobook/eBook Series Theology of Digital Physics: Phenomenal Consciousness, The Cosmic Self & The Pantheistic Interpretation of Our Holographic Reality by Alex M. Vikoulov (2025/2019): Audiobook eBook The Intelligence Supernova: Essays on Cybernetic Transhumanism, The Simulation Singularity & The Syntellect Emergence by Alex M. Vikoulov (2025/2019): Audiobook eBook The Physics of Time: D-Theory of Time & Temporal Mechanics by Alex M. Vikoulov (2025/2019): Audiobook eBook The Origins of Us: Evolutionary Emergence and The Omega Point Cosmology by Alex M. Vikoulov (2025/2019): Audiobook eBook More Than An Algorithm: Exploring the gap between natural evolution and digitally computed artificial intelligence by Antonin Tuynman (2019): eBook Our Facebook Pages
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