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Here is the arxiv link. I'd be interested to hear comments from people more expert than I. The claim is that both dark energy and dark matter can be understood as consequences of gravity as an entropic force.
Verlinde's new entropic gravity paper proposes a new theory that suggests gravity is not a fundamental force, but rather emerges from the entanglement of microscopic particles.
This theory differs from Einstein's theory of general relativity in that it does not require the existence of dark matter to explain the behavior of galaxies and the expansion of the universe. Instead, it suggests that gravity is a result of the information encoded in the entanglement of particles.
Verlinde's theory is supported by various observations, such as the flat rotation curves of galaxies and the cosmic microwave background radiation, which have been traditionally explained by the existence of dark matter. It also offers a theoretical explanation for the phenomenon of gravity, which has been a mystery in physics for centuries.
This theory has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of the universe by providing a new perspective on gravity and its role in the universe. It also has the potential to help us better understand the nature of space, time, and the fundamental laws of physics.
This theory opens up new avenues for research in the field of theoretical physics, particularly in the study of gravity and its relationship to other fundamental forces. It also has the potential to shed light on the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy, which are still major areas of research in cosmology.