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First real-time quantum jumps of sound observed in Stanford breakthrough
Mindbytes Sep 23, 2026

First real-time quantum jumps of sound observed in Stanford breakthrough

Stanford physicists observed a phonon jumping between energy states in a mechanical resonator, proving sound can behave quantum mechanically and opening a path to phonon-based quantum computing.
Linsey Smith 1 min read
Quantum Computers Achieve "Unconditional" Advantage in Landmark Test
Mindbytes Sep 7, 2026

Quantum Computers Achieve "Unconditional" Advantage in Landmark Test

Quantum computers have passed a mathematically proven test that no classical computer can ever pass, demonstrating an unconditional quantum advantage for the first time.

gizmo guru 2 min read
Japan Activates First Functional Neutral-Atom Quantum Computer
Mindbytes Aug 25, 2026

Japan Activates First Functional Neutral-Atom Quantum Computer

Japan switched on its first full-stack neutral-atom quantum computer. Shunkai starts with 50 qubits, plans 500, and targets 10,000 by 2031.

gizmo guru 2 min read
Quantum Computers Can Survive Worst-Case Noise, Three Theorists Prove
Mindbytes Aug 18, 2026

Quantum Computers Can Survive Worst-Case Noise, Three Theorists Prove

Breuckmann, Golowich and Vazirani prove quantum circuits can survive an adversary corrupting an almost-linear number of qudits at every time step.

gizmo guru 1 min read
DOE Breakthrough in Domestic Silicon and Germanium Isotope Supply Chains
Mindbytes Jul 17, 2026

DOE Breakthrough in Domestic Silicon and Germanium Isotope Supply Chains

DOE, Oak Ridge produce ultra-enriched silane for quantum computers. Silicon-28, germanium-74 isotopes boost qubit coherence, securing domestic quantum supply chain.

Linsey Smith 1 min read
Silicon Gets a Quantum Upgrade: The Microchip Revolution That Could Change Computing Forever
Mindbytes Jul 31, 2026

Silicon Gets a Quantum Upgrade: The Microchip Revolution That Could Change Computing Forever

Two Nature studies unveiled silicon quantum processors using spin-shuttling and CMOS control, bringing practical quantum computing closer than ever before.

Linsey Smith 1 min read
Quantum vs. Bitcoin: The New Crypto FUD?
Article Dec 14, 2024

Quantum vs. Bitcoin: The New Crypto FUD?

Google's Willow quantum chip has reignited concerns about cryptocurrency security. Here's what quantum computing means for Bitcoin's future. How soon will quantum threats become real?

Werner Vermaak 5 min read