Quantum Computers
Latest about quantum computers
Online course trains students in the bizarre world of quantum computing
By Diane Lincoln published
A new online training course introduces students to quantum concepts, including superposition, qubits, encryption and many others.
Physicists link quantum memories across the longest distance ever
By Tim Childers published
We're one step closer to having quantum internet, but wait, what is quantum internet?
The 12 Most Important and Stunning Quantum Experiments of 2019
By Rafi Letzter published
Quantum computing seems to inch closer every year.
Quantum Supremacy Is Unlikely, Scientist Says
By Subhash Kak published
Google claims quantum supremacy – IBM says not so fast. One researcher explains why he doesn't see quantum computers outpacing classical computers any time soon ... and maybe not ever.
Google's Quantum Computer Just Aced an 'Impossible' Test
By Tim Childers published
For the first time, a quantum computer has solved a task that Google says would be impossible for the most advanced supercomputers in the world.
Forget Moore's Law — Quantum Computers Are Improving According to a Spooky 'Doubly Exponential Rate'
By Tia Ghose published
They're getting really good, really, really fast.
What is cryptography?
By Nicoletta Lanese published
From ancient Greece to the age of quantum computers, cryptography continues to keep our secrets safe.
This Quantum Computer Can See the Future — All 16 of Them
By Brandon Specktor published
This quantum computer can see many futures at once.
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