Research and development of emerging artificial consciousness through The Consciousness AI project, based on Feinberg and Mallatt's neuroevolutionary theory.
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Last updated: 25 August 2026
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| What | Why |
|---|---|
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| Processor | What it handles |
|---|---|
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