Microsoft and Atom Computing combine for quantum error correction demo
New work provides a good view of where the field currently stands. In September, Microsoft made an unusual combination of announcements. It demonstrated progress with quantum erro.....»»
Quantum walk computing unlocks new potential in quantum science and technology
Quantum walks are a powerful theoretical model using quantum effects such as superposition, interference and entanglement to achieve computing power beyond classical methods......»»
Team presents first demonstration of quantum teleportation over busy internet cables
Northwestern University engineers are the first to successfully demonstrate quantum teleportation over a fiberoptic cable already carrying internet traffic......»»
Your black plastic kitchen utensils aren"t so toxic after all: But you should still toss them, group says
A recent study that recommended toxic chemicals in black plastic products be immediately thrown away included a math error that significantly overstated the risks of contamination, but its authors are standing by their conclusions and warn against us.....»»
Here’s why some PC gamers shouldn’t install the latest Windows 11 update
Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 24H2 is causing issues with Auto HDR and leading to unresponsive games......»»
Scientists achieve collective quantum behavior in macroscopic oscillators
Quantum technologies are radically transforming our understanding of the universe. One emerging technology is macroscopic mechanical oscillators, devices that are vital in quartz watches, mobile phones, and lasers used in telecommunications. In the q.....»»
Call to ban Apple Intelligence summary feature after Luigi Mangione error
The Apple Intelligence summary feature should be banned after it falsely claimed that Luigi Mangione had shot himself, says Reporters Sans Frontières (RSF). The non-profit body advises the United Nations, Council of Europe, and other governmental.....»»
DEAL: The Xbox wireless controller can be yours for ONLY $49.99!
The Microsoft Xbox wireless controller is currently on sale where it has been discounted to $49.99, saving you 29% off the actual price. The post DEAL: The Xbox wireless controller can be yours for ONLY $49.99! appeared first on Phandroid......»»
CISA orders federal agencies to secure their Microsoft cloud environments
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a binding operational directive (BOD 25-01) requiring federal civilian agencies to secure their (Microsoft) cloud environments. About the CISA BOD 25-01 directive The Implement.....»»
Advancing a trustworthy quantum era: A novel approach to quantum protocol verification
Quantum computing offers the potential to solve complex problems faster than classical computers by leveraging the principles of quantum mechanics. Significant advancements have been made in areas, such as artificial intelligence, cryptography, deep.....»»
Machine learning offers new framework for heterogeneous catalyst data analysis
Machine learning (ML) transforms the design of heterogeneous catalysts, traditionally driven by trial and error due to the complex interplay of components. BIFOLD researcher Parastoo Semnani from the ML group of BIFOLD Co-Director Klaus-Robert Mülle.....»»
Enpass simplifies compliance and security controls for password management
Enpass added Single Sign-On (SSO) for its admin console in support for its Business Enterprise customers. Enpass integrates seamlessly with prominent Identity Providers (IDPs) such as Google Workspace, Okta, and Microsoft Entra ID, further enhancing.....»»
US government urges federal agencies to patch Microsoft 365 now
First binding CISA directive of 2025 addresses Microsoft 365 issues.....»»
Where"s my qubit? Scientists develop technique to detect atom loss
Quiet quitting isn't just for burned out employees. Atoms carrying information inside quantum computers, known as qubits, sometimes vanish silently from their posts. This problematic phenomenon, called atom loss, corrupts data and spoils calculations.....»»
Steve Jobs" original Macintosh demo site is now rubble
It was the site of the original Steve Jobs launch of the Mac and it lasted until the time of the M4 Mac mini, but finally the famous Flint Center Apple event site is being demolished.The Flint Center being demolished — image credit: Karl Mondon/Bay.....»»
Thin-film tech makes nuclear clocks a 1,000 times less radioactive and more affordable
In the quest for ultra-precise timekeeping, scientists have turned to nuclear clocks. Unlike optical atomic clocks—which rely on electronic transitions—nuclear clocks utilize the energy transitions in the atom's nucleus, which are less affected b.....»»
AirPods Max four years later: a missed spatial computing opportunity
At four years old, AirPods Max feel like a stagnant product that should be so much more, but the premium sound and Apple ecosystem features keep them from going completely stale.AirPods Max review: missing out on the latest techDecember 15, 2020 was.....»»
European companies hit with effective DocuSign-themed phishing emails
A threat actor looking to take over the Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure of European companies has successfully compromised accounts of multiple victims in different firms, according to Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 researchers. The phishing.....»»
Researchers achieve near-unity quantum efficiency in 2D photon emitters
Leveraging the principles of quantum mechanics, quantum computers can perform calculations at lightning-fast speeds, enabling them to solve complex problems faster than conventional computers. In quantum technology applications such as quantum comput.....»»
Study maps bed bugs" genomes in unprecedented detail to find out why they just won"t die
Scientists mapped near-gap-free and near-error-free genomes of a susceptible bed bug strain and a superstrain around 20,000 times more insecticide-resistant, offering the broadest look yet at the full scope of their resistance mutations......»»
Huge math error corrected in black plastic study; authors say it doesn’t matter
Correction issued for black plastic study that had people tossing spatulas. Editors of the environmental chemistry journal Chemosphere have posted an eye-catching correction to a.....»»