A University of Portsmouth researcher says he has evidence supporting the theory that we live in a computer simulation. Melvin Vopson, who published a book titled *Reality Reloaded*, argues that his Second Law of Information Dynamics (Infodynamics) could prove the universe is a digital construct.

Vopson's theory builds on the idea that information systems show decreasing entropy over time, contradicting traditional physics. He claims this points to a built-in data optimization mechanism in the universe, similar to how digital simulations compress data to reduce computational load. His research examined genetic mutations in the SARS-CoV-2 virus, finding patterns that suggest information entropy minimization rather than random mutation.

While Vopson's claims are provocative, they remain highly controversial in the scientific community. His work draws comparisons to *The Matrix* and has sparked debate about the nature of reality. The researcher acknowledges that his theories require extensive further testing and verification before gaining broader acceptance among physicists and cosmologists.