Tag: Quantum Computing

Quantum computing for all! Microsoft releases open source tools to help get everyone up to speed on the next-gen technology

Microsoft’s Quantum Development Kit allows developers to build and run quantum applications locallyIntegration with VS Code and...

Google says it made a breakthrough toward practical quantum computing

Enabled by the introduction of its Willow quantum chip last year, Google today claims it's conducted breakthrough...

Can engineering catch up with quantum physics and bring us useful quantum computing

As quantum computing is attracting unprecedented investment, with $3 billion flowing into the sector in just the...

Microsoft created a whole new state of matter to make its quantum chip

Microsoft has developed the world’s first quantum computing chip called Majorana 1. The company says quantum computers are now just years away, not decades.

Google says quantum computing applications are five years away

Google's head of quantum thinks we could get real-world applications of quantum computing in just five years, while Nvidia claims it's more like 20.

Here’s why everyone’s talking about room temperature superconductors

Room temperature superconductors would change the world, but they've remained in science fiction. Until now. Maybe. Here's why everyone's talking about them.

Scientists just achieved a breakthrough in quantum computing

Researchers were able to execute the world's fastest two-qubit gate operation, bringing the future of quantum computing one step closer.

Inside the U.K. lab that connects brains to quantum computers

Scientists at the University of Plymouth are in the early stages of developing tech that would allow humans to control quantum computers with their thoughts.

Inside the U.K. lab that connects brains to quantum computers

Scientists at the University of Plymouth are in the early stages of developing tech that would allow humans to control quantum computers with their thoughts.

IBM’s new 127-qubit processor is a major breakthrough in quantum computing

IBM has announced its latest quantum processor, named Eagle, which achieves a major breakthrough in the quantum computing industry.

Researchers create ‘missing jigsaw piece’ in development of quantum computing

Researchers say they have made a massive leap forward and found the "missing jigsaw piece" to improve the architecture of quantum computing chips.

This algorithm could revolutionize disease diagnosis, but we can’t use it yet

Unfortunately, existing quantum computers aren't powerful enough to run it

Meet Silq: The first intuitive programming language for quantum computers

Could this be the C programming language of quantum?

MIT predicts the 10 breakthrough technologies of 2020

Have you heard about tiny A.I. or satellite mega-constellations? You will in 2020.

Inside the weird, wild, and wondrous world of quantum video games

Scientists have long dreamed about using quantum computers to solve some of the biggest problems known to humankind. IBM researcher James Wootton wants to use them to create computer games.

Google declares quantum supremacy in its latest research paper

Google published a research paper in the scientific journal Nature stating it achieved quantum supremacy. Google's CEO compares the breakthrough to the first flight.

Digital Trends Live: Libra testimony, Google goes quantum, rats driving cars

On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest topics in tech, including Mark Zuckerberg’s Libra testimony, Google claims a quantum computer, an air taxi takes flight, rats driving tiny cars, and more.

What is quantum computing? The next era of computational evolution, explained

Quantum computing is becoming an increasingly important topic in the world of computing. But what is it really? Will it someday replace normal computers?

Quantum goes open source as Microsoft expands Q# programming language

Microsoft announced its Q# quantum computing language is going open source. In the next few months, Microsoft will release its Q# compiler and quantum simulators into the open source community to help spur development.The post Quantum goes open source as Microsoft expands Q# programming language appeared first on Digital Trends.

IBM’s Q System One is the rock star quantum computing needs

Quantum computing is intriguing. It's also confusing, distant, and unfathomable, which means people often skip right by the topic. IBM's Q System One may not be a scientific breakthrough, but it finally gives everyone a reason to stop and stare.The post IBM’s Q System One is the rock star quantum computing needs appeared first on Digital Trends.

IBM offers a peek at the future of quantum computing with the Q System One

IBM continues to invest in quantum computing for commercial applications with the unveiling of the fully integrated Q System One at CES 2019. An industry first, the Q System One is a completely integrated quantum computer.The post IBM offers a peek at the future of quantum computing with the Q System One appeared first on Digital Trends.

There’s now proof that quantum computing is superior to the classical variety

For the first time in computer science history, researchers have tangibly demonstrated how a quantum computer is better than a classical computer. A quantum computer was able to solve a math problem that a classical PC cannot.The post There’s now proof that quantum computing is superior to the classical variety appeared first on Digital Trends.

It’s alive! Scientists create ‘artificial life’ on a quantum computer

No, this isn't something from a Michael Crichton techno-thriller: Scientists really have created "artificial life" on a quantum computer for the first time ever. Here's why that matters.The post It’s alive! Scientists create ‘artificial life’ on a quantum computer appeared first on Digital Trends.

It’s alive! Scientists create ‘artificial life’ on a quantum computer

No, this isn't something from a Michael Crichton techno-thriller: Scientists really have created "artificial life" on a quantum computer for the first time ever. Here's why that matters.The post It’s alive! Scientists create ‘artificial life’ on a quantum computer appeared first on Digital Trends.

Quantum computers could break encryption, so it’s going quantum too

Quantum computers could defeat conventional encryption, but that doesn’t mean our data is doomed. Quantum encryption can be used for defense. We spoke to John Prisco, CEO of Quantum Xchange, about how quantum keys will keep us safe.The post Quantum computers could break encryption, so it’s going quantum too appeared first on Digital Trends.

With Q#, Microsoft is throwing programmers the keys to quantum

Quantum computers aren’t yet practical, but Microsoft has already developed a programming language for them. Q# works inside Visual Studio, just like most other languages, and could offer a gateway into the weird world of quantum physics.The post With Q#, Microsoft is throwing programmers the keys to quantum appeared first on Digital Trends.

The world’s first practical quantum computer has cash and a timeline

The dream of building a practical quantum computer could be closer than ever, thanks to a $15 million grant from the National Science Foundation to seven universities around the United States.The post The world’s first practical quantum computer has cash and a timeline appeared first on Digital Trends.

The world’s first practical quantum computer has cash and a timeline

The dream of building a practical quantum computer could be closer than ever, thanks to a $15 million grant from the National Science Foundation to seven universities around the United States.The post The world’s first practical quantum computer has cash and a timeline appeared first on Digital Trends.

Intel backs the U.S. government’s new bill for advancing quantum science

Intel backs the National Quantum Initiative Act, a bipartisan bill to create a federal plan to advance quantum science research. This bill aims to expand the number of researchers, facilities, and more.The post Intel backs the U.S. government’s new bill for advancing quantum science appeared first on Digital Trends.

Microsoft provides free lessons for quantum computing basics

Want to learn more about quantum computing and how to program in the Q# language? Microsoft just launched Quantum Katas, an open-source project that provides you with tutorials for learning at your own pace.The post Microsoft provides free lessons for quantum computing basics appeared first on Digital Trends.

You may never own a quantum computer, but IBM will still let you use one

The IBM Q platform allows researchers and enthusiasts to access a working quantum computer from wherever they’re located – and it’s helping to facilitate the next chapter in the development of this potentially game-changing new form of computing.The post You may never own a quantum computer, but IBM will still let you use one appeared first on Digital Trends.

We’re waiting! 7 technologies that sci-fi films promised us, but aren’t here yet

Cutting edge technology constantly makes us feel like we're living in the future, but there is still science fiction technology we'd love to see in the real world. Here are seven examples.The post We’re waiting! 7 technologies that sci-fi films promised us, but aren’t here yet appeared first on Digital Trends.