First, I don’t understand why IIT is still popular
Imho comment #41 from SA last post on the topic (link above) explains the appeal, plus the smart/sneaky move of forever saying this theory is not finished yet.
It seems to [Darrell Burgan] the IIT theorists should be applauded for even attempting to come up with a mathematical definition of consciousness. Their current theory is flawed but early models of the atom were similarly naive. Here’s hoping that IIT leads to a much more effective model of consciousness. It certainly seems like an important field of study.
Imho comment #41 from SA last post on the topic (link above) explains the appeal, plus the smart/sneaky move of forever saying this theory is not finished yet.