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'This moves the timeline forward significantly': Quantum computing breakthrough could slash pesky errors by up to 100 times
By Owen Hughes published
Researchers used a new technique called algorithmic fault tolerance (AFT) to cut the time and computational cost of quantum error correction by up to 100 times in simulations of neutral-atom architecture.

Quantum record smashed as scientists build mammoth 6,000-qubit system — and it works at room temperature
By Tristan Greene published
A new system, made by splitting a laser beam into 12,000 tweezers and trapping 6,100 neutral atom qubits, hit new heights for coherence times.

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.

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.

Japan launches its first homegrown quantum computer
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet published
Japan's first entirely homegrown quantum computer uses superconducting qubits and components made entirely domestically.

Meet the 'neglectons': Previously overlooked particles that could revolutionize quantum computing
By Larissa G. Capella published
When mathematicians revived ignored mathematical structures, they found that overlooked particles, called "neglectons," could complete the quantum computing puzzle.

IBM and Moderna have simulated the longest mRNA pattern without AI — they used a quantum computer instead
By Tristan Greene published
Scientists used IBM's R2 Heron quantum processor to predict the secondary protein structure of a 60-nucleotide-long mRNA sequence.

'Like a master Tetris player': Scientists invent quantum virtual machines — they'll slash turnaround times from days to hours
By Tristan Greene published
New quantum computing system allows multiple users to run programs simultaneously using virtual machines.

Scientists hit quantum computer error rate of 0.000015% — a world record achievement that could lead to smaller and faster machines
By Tristan Greene published
The record-breaking achievement could lead to practical, utility-scale quantum computers that are both smaller and faster.
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