infoteooriastic

Infoteooriastic is a speculative concept that explores the potential philosophical and societal implications of a hypothetical future where information is not merely a resource but a fundamental constituent of reality, akin to matter or energy. The term itself suggests a fusion of "information theory" and "theology" or "ontology," implying a system of thought that views information as having a primary, perhaps even divine, role in the universe's existence and operation.

Proponents of infoteooriastic ideas might posit that the universe is fundamentally a computational process, where information is the bedrock upon which all phenomena are built. This could lead to discussions about the nature of consciousness, the possibility of simulated realities, and the ethical considerations of manipulating or creating complex informational structures. Unlike traditional information theory, which focuses on the quantification, storage, and communication of data, infoteooriastic thought delves into the metaphysical status of information itself, questioning whether it possesses inherent properties or a form of agency.

The concept remains largely theoretical and is often explored in science fiction, philosophical debates, and theoretical physics. It touches upon areas such as digital physics, the information-theoretic interpretation of quantum mechanics, and pancomputationalism. While there is no established scientific discipline or widely recognized philosophical school of thought directly labeled "infoteooriastic," the ideas it encapsulates engage with profound questions about the universe's ultimate nature and our place within it.