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Quantum 'miracle material' can store information in a single dimension thanks to newly discovered magnetic switching
By Peter Ray Allison published
Scientists have developed a method for storing quantum information in a single dimension, thereby reducing decoherence, using chromium sulfide bromide.

'Squeezing' Schrödinger's cat-inspired qubits could lead to more reliable quantum computing
By Peter Ray Allison published
A new technique improves the reliability of cat qubits by squeezing their probabilistic states. This could improve their reliability and lifetime, and pave the way for accurate quantum computing.

Scientists observe new quantum phase that could have major implications for quantum computing
By Alan Bradley published
The exotic quantum phase, predicted over half a century ago, could lead to advances in quantum computing, sensors and communication technology.

What is quantum superposition?
By Jess Thomson last updated
Quantum superposition is a phenomenon in which a tiny particle can be in two states at the same time — but only if it is not being directly observed.

Physicists create hottest Schrödinger's cat ever in quantum breakthrough
By Ben Turner published
Physicists have replicated the famous Schrödinger's cat experiment at hotter temperatures than ever before. The breakthrough is a small but significant step toward quantum computers that can work at normal temperatures.

Quantum computing breakthrough could make 'noise' — forces that disrupt calculations — a thing of the past
By Ben Turner published
Useful quantum networks are hobbled by the problem of decoherence from environmental "noise." But a new breakthrough could change that.

MIT 'remote entanglement' discovery could lead to scalable 'quantum supercomputers'
By Alan Bradley published
A new device enables remote entanglement, allowing distant quantum processors to communicate with one another with reduced error rates.

Government scientists discover new state of matter that's 'half ice, half fire'
By Alan Bradley published
U.S. government scientists have developed a new phase of matter dubbed 'half ice, half fire,' which unites opposing electron spins in a unique magnet.
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