Quantum Physics
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![Physicists take steps toward a quantum internet with a new way to link light particles.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fMzfFLuQrmY6WnB4tcMNbX-320-80.jpg)
Physicists link 'quantum memories' in early step toward quantum internet
By Charlie Wood published
Two novel demonstrations bring the backbone of the quantum internet, quantum repeaters, a little closer.
![An artist's illustration of quantum entanglement.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XXvNg65B8odU3wbAi5J44D-320-80.jpg)
What is quantum entanglement?
By Paul Sutter published
Quantum entanglement is one of the uber-bizarre phenomena seen when things get itty-bitty. Here's a look at how entanglement works and why it's so weird.
![The researchers established the network using a complex system of lasers.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e7WqaeJhvsThEp2BWdzTBj-320-80.jpg)
World's 1st multinode quantum network is a breakthrough for the quantum internet
By Ben Turner published
Researchers say the new network will be unhackable and able to coordinate systems to unprecedented levels. Many of the deeper implications, however, cannot be foreseen.
![Abstract image of quantum computer.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/24zeyUXRA7ckkf8bj2SMcc-320-80.jpg)
A student's physics project could make quantum computers twice as reliable
By Stephanie Pappas published
A remarkably simple change in the codes used to correct errors in quantum computers could half the number of destabilizing mistakes in these systems.
![An illustration shows the Micius satellite and the three ground stations with which it communicates.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fp7pUGPAaNcGEwtgbsY2Ef-320-80.jpg)
Chinese researchers to send an 'uncrackable' quantum message to space
By Rafi Letzter published
It's now possible to send uncrackable quantum messages through thin air, and the people who figured out how to do it are getting ready to send the messages into space.
![Abstract illustration of quantum computing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wSxE5K9uCmkPwDCPnT7UVC-320-80.jpg)
China claims fastest quantum computer in the world
By Rafi Letzter published
"Jiuzhang" would be the most powerful quantum computer in the world, capable of performing some tasks 100 trillion times faster than the world's fastest supercomputers.
![conceptual image of bubbles in a foam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xEAhaNwvKj5JUxKZAsHN78-320-80.jpg)
Physicists discover the 'Kings and Queens of Quantumness'
By Adam Mann published
A new mathematical framework helps physicists define the degree of quantumness of a system
![abstract quantum particle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dQQ3FZ8bFBFDr2htWiCswh-320-80.jpg)
New quantum paradox throws the foundations of observed reality into question
By Eric Cavalcanti published
Physicists have found a new paradox in quantum mechanics that throws doubt on some common-sense ideas about physical reality.
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