Tom Bridges@blogs.surrey.ac.uk
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Recent breakthroughs are pushing the boundaries of quantum theory and quantum randomness, paving the way for commercial applications and more reliable quantum technologies. A paper by Dorje Brody, along with collaborators Eva-Maria Graefe and Rishindra Melanathuru, has been published in Physical Review Letters, exploring decoherence resulting from phase-space measurements. Their work addresses the question of decoherence resulting from a monitoring of position and momentum, i.e., a phase-space measurement, by the environment.
Researchers have also made strides in protecting quantum information from environmental disruptions, offering hope for more stable quantum computers and networks. Scientists have demonstrated how certain quantum states can maintain their critical information even when disturbed by environmental noise. This could lead to more reliable quantum technology, enhanced medical imaging techniques, improved AI-driven diagnostics, and stronger data security.
Simultaneously, a joint research team consisting of members from JPMorgan Chase, Quantinuum, multiple national labs, and UT Austin, has achieved certified quantum randomness, turning once theoretical experiments into first commercial applications for quantum computing. The team demonstrated a certified randomness protocol using Quantinuum's 56-qubit H2 trapped-ion system, showcasing a quantum computer's ability to generate entropy beyond classical reach. Furthermore, the high cost of quantum randomness is dropping due to advancements in pseudorandomness techniques, which may open new doors for quantum computing and cryptography research.
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- blogs.surrey.ac.uk: Paper of Dorje Brody on quantum theory is published in Physical Review Letters
- The Quantum Insider: Joint Research Team Achieves Certified Quantum Randomness, Turns Once Theoretical Experiments Into First Commercial Applications For Quantum Computing
- Quanta Magazine: The High Cost of Quantum Randomness Is Dropping
Webb Wright@Quanta Magazine
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Researchers are making significant strides in reducing the costs associated with quantum randomness, a crucial element for cryptography and simulations. Traditionally, obtaining true quantum randomness has been complex and expensive. However, the exploration of "pseudorandomness" offers a practical alternative, allowing researchers to utilize computational algorithms that mimic randomness, thus sidestepping the high costs of pure quantum randomness. This development broadens the accessibility of randomness, enabling researchers to pursue new scientific investigations.
The team from JPMorganChase, Quantinuum, multiple national labs, and UT Austin demonstrated a certified quantum randomness protocol. They showcased the first successful demonstration of a quantum computing method to generate certified randomness. Using a 56-qubit quantum machine, they output more randomness than they initially put in. What makes this truly remarkable is that this feat is considered impossible for even the most powerful classical supercomputers. This groundbreaking achievement could open new doors for quantum computing and cryptography research.
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- The Quantum Insider: Joint Research Team Achieves Certified Quantum Randomness, Turns Once Theoretical Experiments Into First Commercial Applications For Quantum Computing
- Quanta Magazine: The High Cost of Quantum Randomness Is Dropping
- hetarahulpatel.medium.com: Random Numbers Just Got Real, Thanks to Quantum Magic!
Dean Takahashi@AI News | VentureBeat
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Recent breakthroughs are accelerating the progress in quantum computing. Researchers have experimentally recreated a fundamental theoretical model from quantum physics using nanographene molecules, paving the way for versatile research in quantum technologies. In another development, Irish startup Equal1 has unveiled the world's first silicon-based quantum computer, named Bell-1, which utilizes a hybrid quantum-classical silicon chip for accelerated quantum computing.
Meanwhile, Nvidia is constructing an accelerated quantum computing research center in Boston to integrate quantum hardware with AI supercomputers, aiming to tackle challenges like qubit noise and transform experimental processors into practical devices. Delft Circuits has also launched a turnkey High-Density Input/Output (HD I/O) system to address scalability bottlenecks in quantum computing connectivity. This system boasts 256 channels per module and modular expandability, offering a streamlined solution for connecting control electronics to Quantum Processing Units.
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- www.sciencedaily.com: Researchers have experimentally recreated another fundamental theoretical model from quantum physics, which goes back to the Nobel Prize laureate Werner Heisenberg. The basis for the successful experiment is made of tiny carbon molecules known as nanographenes.
- The Next Web: Irish startup Equal1 unveils world’s first silicon-based quantum computer
- Quanta Magazine: Quantum Speedup Found for Huge Class of Hard Problems
- The Quantum Insider: NVIDIA’s Quantum Strategy: Not Building the Computer, But the World That Enables It
- The Quantum Insider: Article on Singapore investing $24.5 million in quantum and supercomputing integration initiative.
Alyssa Hughes (2ADAPTIVE LLC dba 2A Consulting)@Microsoft Research
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Microsoft has announced two major advancements in both quantum computing and artificial intelligence. The company unveiled Majorana 1, a new chip containing topological qubits, representing a key milestone in its pursuit of stable, scalable quantum computers. This approach uses topological qubits, which are less susceptible to environmental noise, aiming to overcome the long-standing instability issues that have challenged the development of reliable quantum processors. The company says it is on track to build a new kind of quantum computer based on topological qubits.
Microsoft is also introducing Muse, a generative AI model designed for gameplay ideation. Described as a first-of-its-kind World and Human Action Model (WHAM), Muse can generate game visuals and controller actions. The company says it is on track to build a new kind of quantum computer based on topological qubits. Microsoft’s team is developing research insights to support creative uses of generative AI models.
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- blogs.microsoft.com: Microsoft unveils Majorana 1
- Microsoft Research: Introducing Muse: Our first generative AI model designed for gameplay ideation
- www.technologyreview.com: Microsoft announced today that it has made significant progress in its 20-year quest to make topological quantum bits, or qubits—a special approach to building quantum computers that could make them more stable and easier to scale up.
- blogs.microsoft.com: Microsoft unveils Majorana 1
- The Quantum Insider: Microsoft's Majorana topological chip is an advance 17 years in the making.
- Microsoft Research: Microsoft announced the creation of the first topoconductor and first QPU architecture with a topological core. Dr. Chetan Nayak, a technical fellow of Quantum Hardware at the company, discusses how the breakthroughs are redefining the field of quantum computing.
- www.theguardian.com: Chip is powered by world’s first topoconductor, which can create new state of matter that is not solid, liquid or gas Quantum computers could be built within years rather than decades, according to Microsoft, which has unveiled a breakthrough that it said could pave the way for faster development.
- www.microsoft.com: Introducing Muse: Our first generative AI model designed for gameplay ideation
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Majorana Topological Chip — An Advance 17 Years in The Making
- www.analyticsvidhya.com: Microsoft’s Majorana 1: Satya Nadella’s Bold Bet on Quantum Computing
- PCMag Middle East ai: Microsoft: Our 'Muse' Generative AI Can Simulate Video Games
- arstechnica.com: Microsoft builds its first qubits lays out roadmap for quantum computing
- WebProNews: Microsoft unveils quantum computing breakthrough with Majorana 1 chip.
- Analytics Vidhya: Microsoft’s Majorana 1: Satya Nadella’s Bold Bet on Quantum Computing
- venturebeat.com: Microsoft’s Muse AI can design video game worlds after watching you play
- THE DECODER: Microsoft's new AI model Muse can generate gameplay and might preserve classic games.
- Source Asia: Microsoft unveiled Majorana 1, the world's first quantum processor powered by topological qubits.
- the-decoder.com: Microsoft's new AI model "Muse" can generate gameplay and might preserve classic games
- Source: A couple reflections on the quantum computing breakthrough we just announced…
- www.it-daily.net: Microsoft presents Majorana 1 quantum chip
- techinformed.com: Microsoft announces quantum computing chip it says will bring quantum sooner
- cyberinsider.com: Microsoft Unveils First Quantum Processor With Topological Qubits
- Daily CyberSecurity: Microsoft's Quantum Breakthrough: Majorana 1 and the Future of Computing
- heise online English: Microsoft calls new Majorana chip a breakthrough for quantum computing Microsoft claims that Majorana 1 is the first quantum processor based on topological qubits. It is designed to enable extremely powerful quantum computers.
- www.eweek.com: On Wednesday, Microsoft introduced Muse, a generative AI model designed to transform how games are conceptualized, developed, and preserved.
- www.verdict.co.uk: Microsoft debuts Majorana 1 chip for quantum computing
- singularityhub.com: The company believes devices with a million topological qubits are possible.
- techvro.com: This article discusses Microsoft’s quantum computing chip and its potential to revolutionize computing.
- Talkback Resources: Microsoft claims quantum breakthrough with Majorana 1 computer chip [crypto]
- TechInformed: Microsoft has unveiled its new quantum chip, Majorana 1, which it claims will enable quantum computers to solve meaningful, industrial-scale problems within years rather than… The post appeared first on .
- shellypalmer.com: Quantum Leap Forward: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 Chip Debuts
- Runtime: Article from Runtime News discussing Microsoft's quantum 'breakthrough'.
- CyberInsider: Microsoft Unveils First Quantum Processor With Topological Qubits
- Shelly Palmer: This article discusses Microsoft's quantum computing breakthrough with the Majorana 1 chip.
- securityonline.info: Microsoft’s Quantum Breakthrough: Majorana 1 and the Future of Computing
- www.heise.de: Microsoft calls new Majorana chip a breakthrough for quantum computing
- SingularityHub: The company believes devices with a million topological qubits are possible.
- www.sciencedaily.com: Microsoft's Majorana 1 is a quantum processor that is based on a new material called Topoconductor.
- Popular Science: New state of matter powers Microsoft quantum computing chip
- eWEEK: Microsoft's announcement of Muse, a generative AI model to help game developers, not replace them.
- Verdict: Microsoft debuts Majorana 1 chip for quantum computing
- The Register: Microsoft says it has developed a quantum-computing chip made with novel materials that is expected to enable the development of quantum computers for meaningful, real-world applications within – you guessed it – years rather than decades.
- news.microsoft.com: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 chip carves new path for quantum computing
- The Microsoft Cloud Blog: News article reporting on Microsoft's Majorana 1 chip.
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Topological Qubit Claim Faces Quantum Community Scrutiny
- bsky.app: After 17 years of research, Microsoft unveiled its first quantum chip using topoconductors, a new material enabling a million qubits. Current quantum computers only have dozens or hundreds of qubits. This breakthrough could revolutionize AI, cryptography, and other computation-heavy fields.
- medium.com: Meet Majorana 1: The Quantum Chip That’s Too Cool for Classical Computers
- chatgptiseatingtheworld.com: Microsoft announces Majorana 1 quantum chip
- NextBigFuture.com: Microsoft Majorana 1 Chip Has 8 Qubits Right Now with a Roadmap to 1 Million Raw Qubits
- Dataconomy: Microsoft unveiled its Majorana 1 chip on Wednesday, claiming it demonstrates that quantum computing is "years, not decades" away from practical application, aligning with similar forecasts from Google and IBM regarding advancements in computing technology.
- thequantuminsider.com: Microsoft’s Majorana 1 Chip Carves New Path for Quantum Computing
- Anonymous ???????? :af:: Quantum computing may be just years away, with new chips from Microsoft and Google sparking big possibilities.
- www.sciencedaily.com: Topological quantum processor marks breakthrough in computing
- thequantuminsider.com: The Conversation: Microsoft Just Claimed a Quantum Breakthrough. A Quantum Physicist Explains What it Means
- www.sciencedaily.com: Breakthrough may clear major hurdle for quantum computers
- The Quantum Insider: Microsoft Just Claimed a Quantum Breakthrough. A Quantum Physicist Explains What it Means
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