I would say that life is an emergent phenomenon, as is consciousness. I suspect that whether conscious systems can be computational is related to the question o

I would say that life is an emergent phenomenon, as is consciousness. I suspect that whether conscious systems can be computational is related to the question of weak versus strong emergence. If weak emergence pertains in physical systems then, just as physical systems are therefore entirely tractable to computation, then so is consciousness. If strong emergence pertains, then computational consciousness may not be possible. I subscribe to weak emergence. BTW thanks for the article, it's a very clear and well reasoned explanation of your position, even though I happen to disagree.