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Science history: Invention of the transistor ushers in the computing era — Oct. 3, 1950
By Tia Ghose published
On Oct. 3, 1950, three Bell Labs scientists received a patent for a "three-electrode circuit element" that would usher in the transistor age and the era of modern computing.

Microsoft unveils new liquid-cooled computer chips — they could prevent AI data centers from massively overheating
By Owen Hughes published
Microsoft engineers have developed a microfluidics chip-cooling technique that removes heat more efficiently and could ratchet down heat generated by AI workloads.

Scientists unveil world's first quantum computer built with regular silicon chips
By Alan Bradley published
A London-based startup has created the world's first full-stack quantum computer using a standard silicon CMOS chip fabrication process

Quantum internet inches closer thanks to new chip — it helps beam quantum signals over real-world fiber optic cables
By Owen Hughes published
Researchers used the Q‑Chip to send quantum data over standard fiber using Internet Protocol (IP), showing that future quantum networks could run on today’s internet infrastructure.

Farewell to the computer mouse? Bizarre new designs could reduce wrist injuries, scientists say.
By Owen Hughes published
Researchers built two prototype mice, one with a squeezable body and another with a hinged A-frame, in an ergonomic overhaul of the desktop PC staple.

Tiny cryogenic device cuts quantum computer heat emissions by 10,000 times — and it could be launched in 2026
By Owen Hughes published
Scientists invent a new device that aims to solve thermal interference from electronic components — one of the biggest barriers to commercial quantum computing.

Microsoft's new light-based computer is inspired by 80-year-old technology — it could make AI 100 times more efficient
By Skyler Ware published
Microsoft's latest computing system uses micro-LEDs and camera sensors to perform calculations.

Scientists cram an entire computer into a single fiber of clothing — and you can even put it through your washing machine
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
A new fiber computer contains eight devices that work together as a single computing entity, and scientists want to weave many of them so they can work together as cohesive smart garments.
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