Could the inflation epoch carry information faster than c

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The discussion centers on the possibility of information traveling faster than the speed of light (c) during the inflation epoch of the universe. Participants explore theoretical implications and definitions of information in this context.

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  • One participant asserts that the universe expanded faster than c during the inflation epoch and questions if theory permits information to travel faster than c.
  • Another participant agrees that it does allow for such information travel.
  • A different participant asks for clarification on what is meant by "information."
  • One participant reiterates the initial question about information traveling faster than c and suggests that the answer may depend on the interpretation of "information," ultimately implying that the answer could be no.

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The discussion remains unresolved, with multiple competing views on whether information can travel faster than c during the inflation epoch.

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During the inflation epoch, the universe expanded faster than c.

Does theory allow information during this time to travel faster than c?
 
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It does indeed.
 
What information?
 
ensabah6 said:
During the inflation epoch, the universe expanded faster than c.

Does theory allow information during this time to travel faster than c?

Some of it depends on what you mean by "information traveling" but if you are asking what I think you are asking then the answer is no.
 

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