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What could quantum computing breakthrough ‘Willow’ mean for the future of Bitcoin and other cryptos

The advent of quantum computing presents both opportunities and challenges for the field of cryptography, especially in relation to cryptocurrencies. Quantum computers, leveraging the principles of quantum mechanics, have the potential to revolutionise computing by solving certain problems significantly faster than classical computers. One of the primary concerns is the impact of quantum computing on …

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Google unveils ‘mind-boggling’ quantum computing microchip

Google has unveiled a new chip which it claims takes five minutes to solve a problem that would currently take the world’s fastest super computers ten septillion or 10,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 years to complete. Google’s Quantum Leap: The Willow chip In a groundbreaking achievement, Google has unveiled its latest quantum computing chip, named Willow. This new chip …

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Microsoft’s Quantum Leap: The Majorana 1 Chip

Microsoft has unveiled a new chip called Majorana 1 that it says will enable the creation of quantum computers able to solve ‘meaningful, industrial-scale problems in years, not decades’. What is Microsoft’s Majorana 1? It is the latest development in quantum computing – tech which uses principles of particle physics to create a new type …

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U.S. tech giants are betting big on humanoid robots

U.S. tech giants are making bold strides in the development of humanoid robots, signalling a transformative shift in the robotics industry Companies like Tesla, Google, Microsoft, and Nvidia are investing heavily in this cutting-edge technology, aiming to create machines that mimic human movement and behaviour. These humanoid robots are envisioned to revolutionise industries ranging from …

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U.S. introduces new microchip-related export controls

The Biden administration is reportedly implementing new export controls on essential technologies, such as quantum computing and semiconductor materials, in response to China’s progress in the global chip market These controls encompass quantum computers and their components, sophisticated chipmaking tools, semiconductor technologies, certain metal and metal alloy components and software, and high-bandwidth chips, which are …

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Scientists create ‘world’s purest silicon’ – it has the power to change the world

Scientists have recently achieved a remarkable breakthrough by creating pure silicon, which could pave the way for quantum computing The world’s purest silicon Researchers have developed an ultra-pure form of silicon, known as silicon-28 (Si-28), which is fundamental for ‘silicon-spin qubits’ in quantum computers. This advancement addresses a major challenge in quantum computing: the ‘fragile …

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U.S. to ban some U.S. investments in China tech sector

The U.S. will ban American investment in some areas of China’s high-tech sector, including artificial intelligence, adding to strained relations between the two superpowers. U.S. firms will also be invited to disclose what investments they make in China in high-tech sectors.The much-anticipated move gives the U.S. government new power to screen foreign dealings by private …

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Trump does deals!

Trump Secures Over $1.4 Trillion in Landmark Middle East Trade Agreements President Donald Trump’s recent visit to the Middle East has resulted in a wave of economic agreements totaling over $1.4 trillion, marking one of the largest trade expansions between the region and the United States. With a focus on investment, defence, and technology, Trump’s …

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