• Tue, December 17, 2024

by: ZDNet

Why Google's quantum breakthrough is 'truly remarkable' - and what happens next

Google's quantum computing scientists this month demonstrated breakthroughs in the field that reinforce the sense that quantum computing is for real and will be able to find its place among other kinds of computers as a valuable resource.

by: Executive Gov

NASA Issues Final Strategy for Sustained Human Activities in LEO

NASA has published its finalized low Earth orbit microgravity strategy that outlines key goals and objectives to support a sustained human presence in LEO and launch future space explorations.

by: WFAE

FBI warns Americans to keep their text messages secure: What to know

by: The Punch Newspapers

Ododo signs law establishing teaching hospital

Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has signed a bill converting the state-of-the-art Reference Hospital, Okene, into the Confluence University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital.

by: Island

Sri Lanka triumphs at 2024 International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO)

by: The Hans India

Madanapalle: Int'l faculty devpt programme on Nanotechnology

Madanapalle: Madanapalle Institute of Technology and Science (MITS) successfully conducted a five-day International Faculty Development Program (IFDP) titled 'IEEE Summer School on

by: Yahoo

Top science stories of 2024

This record-setting year for heat saw stunning auroras, a map of a brain, a Dengue epidemic, the first look at rocks from the far side of the Moon, an AI energy scramble and more

by: MSN

Humanoid robots take centre stage at IIT-Bombay's annual Techfest

The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) commenced the 28th edition of Techfest 2024, the institute`s annual science and technology extravaganza, on Tuesday. The three-day celebration of innovation,

by: Scientific American

We May Be on the Brink of Finding the Real Planet Nine

If Brown's hidden world is real, Rubin will almost certainly find it or strong indirect evidence that it exists. "In the first year or two, we're going to answer that question," says Megan Schwamb, a planetary astronomer at Queen's University Belfast in Northern Ireland—and, just maybe, the solar system will once again have a ninth planet.

by: MSN

Cyber defence key for India's security: DRDO chairman

The DRDO chairman said all future battles would be network-centric and technologies like satellite communication and software-defined radios would play a pivotal role in ensuring a decisive edge

by: MSN

Local event introduces hundreds of Council Bluffs students to computer coding

AIM Institute said computer coding-related activities spark creativity and problem-solving skills and will help introduce students to a rewarding tech career

by: MSN

NASA's 2 stuck astronauts face more time in space with return delayed until at least late March

NASA's two stuck astronauts just got their space mission extended again. That means they won't be back on Earth until spring, 10 months after rocketing into orbit on Boeing's Starliner capsule. NASA announced the latest delay in Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams' homecoming on Tuesday.
  • Wed, December 18, 2024

by: Malaysiakini

Musa returns to Kota Kinabalu after being appointed Sabah governor

Musa Aman returned to the state capital today after attending a ceremony to appoint him Sabah governor at Istana Negara yesterday. He arrived at Terminal 2 of the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) in an aircraft at 12.02pm and was greeted by Sabah Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif.

by: Forbes

How GE HealthCare Is Using AI To Revolutionize Every Aspect Of Patient Care

CTO Taha Kass-Hout reveals how their ambitious AI strategy aims to touch a billion patient lives annually while addressing critical healthcare challenges.

by: news10nbc

Japanese space startup aborts 2nd satellite launch attempt minutes after liftoff

A Japanese space startup said its second attempt to launch a rocket carrying satellites into orbit had been aborted minutes after liftoff Wednesday and destroyed itself again, nine months after the company's first launch attempt ended in an explosion.

by: TellyChakkar

China Focus: Xinjiang firms fight back US sanctions to protect local jobs

Xinjiang Tianshan Wool Tex Stock Co Ltd, a globally recognized high-end brand in the apparel industry, has reduced its workforce by 17 percent. The company was added to the US sanctions list in September 2023 and saw its export sales plummeted 95.7 percent last year.

by: autoevolution

China releases report on global engineering frontiers

BEIJING -- The Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) on Wednesday released a report on the global frontiers of engineering science and technology, which includes analyses of development trends and characteristics.

by: NDTV

NCHM JEE 2025: Application Begins For Admission To Hospitality And Hotel Administration

Admission to BSc HHA programme is conducted on the merit of All India Rank in NCHM JEE. Following this, a centralised web based online counseling is held on all India basis and seat/Institute is allotted on merit cum choice basis.

by: Business Insider

Verily's plan for 2025: Raise money, pivot to AI, and break up with Google

As Verily looks to mature, it's raising money, cutting ties with Google, and taking on a bolder AI strategy, employees told BI.

by: BBC

The controversial machine sending CO2 to the ocean and making hydrogen

Equatic is among a wave of start-ups exploring how the ocean could be harnessed to capture and store carbon. But not everyone is sure it's such a good idea.

by: Daily Express

This Garmin Epix price is unmissable - and it's a brilliant choice for after Christmas

Fitness enthusiasts on the hunt for a fantastic Garmin watch deal might just be in luck - H Samuel is currently selling the Garmin Epix at a discounted price. The 2nd gen Garmin Epix watch can be yours - down from its original price of £649.99. This means ...

by: Computer Weekly

Top 10 IT careers and skills stories of 2024

Looking back at the skills and hiring landscape in 2024, Computer Weekly shares the key moments for IT careers and skills over the past 12 months

by: India Today

IIT Bombay's Techfest 2024 showcases 'Sustainnovative Sentience' theme

IIT Bombay's Techfest 2024 brings innovation and sustainability under one roof. The three-day event features cutting-edge technology, cultural performances, and thrilling competitions.

by: Singularity Hub

The Tech World Is 'Disrupting' Book Publishing. But Do We Want Effortless Art?

As tech makes publishing faster and more accessible, it may also threaten jobs and force us to reconsider the status and role of books as cultural objects.

by: WAVY-TV

ECSU and COA sign pathway agreement for criminal justice majors

A new agreement can help students in Elizabeth City who are pursuing criminal justice careers. Elizabeth City State University and College of The Albemarle have

by: Government Technology

Applications Open for Syracuse's New STEAM High School

After years of delays and $74.1 million in renovations, a new high school in Syracuse will offer concentrations including media technology, robotics automation, data analytics and semiconductor microchip technology.

by: KPBS

Immune systems can stop cancer if their cells have the right diet

Post doctoral fellow Shixin Ma was the lead author of a paper on the research published in the journal Science. She said in humans this process could help attack and control tumors or stop them before they happen. "I think this could be not only curative ...

by: bnnbloomberg

Saudi Arabia Taps Aramco Oil Field Brine in Lithium Battery Push

Saudi Arabia is exploring projects that can produce lithium for batteries in an effort to ramp up production in the Middle Eastern oil exporter.

by: Live Science

Stuck on gift ideas? These excellent noise-canceling headphones are still 43% off

You can still buy the top-quality Bose QuietComfort headphones at their Black Friday price, saving you a massive $150 — but hurry, the stocks are running out.

by: MLive

Grand Rapids healthcare company to open Detroit center

BAMF Health, which uses advanced imaging technology to detect and treat cancer, expects construction to begin next year.

by: KGOU

These were the top animal stories on NPR in 2024, including a boy's pregnant octopus

This year, the animal kingdom was filled with triumph, loss and new discoveries. Here is a look at NPR's top animal stories of 2024.

by: SHINE

Leading Macao to greater success of 'one country, two systems'

For Hong Kong and Macau, "one country, two systems" is the biggest strength; China's reform and opening up has set the broadest stage for their development; and the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area present new and significant opportunities, Xi has said.

by: Daily Express

Your Fitbit is getting a surprise free upgrade but only if it's on this list

Google is improving several older Fitbits dating back to 2019 with features previously reserved for the Pixel Watch 3

by: India Today

IIT Delhi - Abu Dhabi introduces PhD programme focused on energy, sustainability

The Indian Institute of Technology, IIT Delhi has launched a PhD programme at its new international campus in Abu Dhabi. The programme focuses on cutting-edge research, enabling students to explore critical global challenges in technology,

by: Daily Express

BMW confirms exclusive free upgrade for UK owners - is your car on this list?

BMW says that 50,000 of its vehicles on the road in the UK support the new BBC Sounds in-car app, with this figure expected to rise to around 150,000 by the end of 2025.

by: Daily Express

Hyperoptic launches cheaper broadband deals for Christmas - but you'll need to be quick

Hyperoptic have relaunched its cheap broadband deals for Brits looking for a bargain Christmas contract before 2025

by: Daily Express

Give your old Ring Doorbell to Amazon and get something better for an unmissable price

For those not in the know, the new Ring offers improved features such as 'Head-To-Toe View' which lets you see exactly what's going on outside your front door and there's 'Colour Night Vision' technology for better images when the sun goes down.

by: Daily Express

Hyperoptic launch cheaper broadband deals for Christmas - but you'll need to be quick

Hyperoptic have relaunched its cheap broadband deals for Brits looking for a bargain Christmas contract before 2025

by: MSN

What's the next step in smarter AI? Teaching AI how to "forget", researchers suggest

New research out of the Tokyo University of Science suggests that a "forgetful" AI could be advantageous for privacy and environmental concerns

by: MSN

Taiwan in talks to tap Amazon's Project Kuiper space broadband

In case of submarine cable failure, call Jeff Bezos Taiwan has started talks with Amazon regarding access to its Kuiper satellite broadband service.… Cheng-Wen Wu, the minister responsible for Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council,

by: MSN

National Museum of Nuclear Science and History holds 'Science is Everywhere Camps'

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) -The National Museum of Nuclear Science and History is working to help kids learn about the exciting world of science, technology, and engineering. If you're a parent and looking for a program to sign your kids up for,

by: MSN

Pioneering approach expands possibilities for measuring quantum geometry in solids

Understanding and reliably measuring the geometric properties of quantum states can shed new light on the intricate underpinning of various physical phenomena. The quantum geometric tensor (QGT) is a mathematical object that provides a detailed description of how quantum states change in response to perturbations,

by: MSN

From mental health to Viking graves: ATU students break new ground with SURF grants

ATU's Hannah Cherb and Emily Stolp earn SURF grants for innovative research in mental health tech and Viking history.

by: MSN

Want to keep raw eggs fresh longer? Food scientists say they've found a way

LSU food scientists claim they've developed a coating that can keep raw eggs safe and edible for up to seven weeks at room temperature. Fox News Digital spoke to one of the scientists.

by: MSN

NASA finalizes strategy for sustaining human presence in low Earth orbit

As part of the agency's efforts to enable broader use of space, NASA has released its final goals and objectives for low Earth orbit, defining the long-term approach toward advancing microgravity science,

by: MSN

KCUE recognizes six universities for advancing academic flexibility

The Korean Council for University Education (KCUE) highlighted six universities with unique systems promoting greater academic flexibility for students, while pledging to support other universities in adopting similar changes.

by: MSN

Elon Musk's Montessori preschool reimagining education closer to fruition

Multi-billionaire Elon Musk has begun funding a Montessori private preschool located on approximately 40 acres of land outside Bastrop, Texas.

by: MSN

Drone-Powered Approach to Microplastic Removal

KIST's advanced microplastic removal technique combines hydrophilic features and surface tension, ensuring clog-free operation in water treatment applications.

Why Google's quantum breakthrough is 'truly remarkable' - and what happens next

Google's quantum computing scientists this month demonstrated breakthroughs in the field that reinforce the sense that quantum computing is for real and will be able to find its place among other kinds of computers as a valuable resource.
Google's quantum computing breakthrough, as detailed in a ZDNET article, involves achieving "quantum supremacy" with its 53-qubit Sycamore processor. This milestone signifies that the quantum computer performed a specific task in 200 seconds that would take the world's fastest supercomputer, Summit, approximately 10,000 years to complete. The task involved generating random numbers in a way that classical computers struggle to replicate efficiently. This achievement is remarkable not only for its computational speed but also for its implications in fields like cryptography, material science, and drug discovery. However, the article also discusses the challenges ahead, including error rates, scaling up the technology, and the need for error correction to make quantum computers practical for real-world applications. Google plans to continue refining its quantum hardware and software, aiming to reduce errors and increase the number of qubits, while the scientific community debates the true extent of this "supremacy" and its practical implications.

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https://www.zdnet.com/article/why-googles-quantum-breakthrough-is-truly-remarkable-and-what-happens-next/