Quantum Computing
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A hair-thin gold crystal could lift quantum tech out of the deep freeze
Researchers at LSU have developed a novel quantum material, a thin gold crystal on a glass chip, capable of distinguishing quantum states of light at room temperature without cryogenic cooling. This breakthrough bypasses the need for extreme cold, which has historically limited quantum technology applications. The material, termed a quantum statistical plasmonic metacrystal, could pave the way for more practical quantum computers, communication networks, and potentially improve solar cell efficiency.
Cramer’s quantum exit call lands with a thud as bitcoin sits near $64,000
Jim Cramer announced his intention to sell all of his Bitcoin holdings, citing concerns that quantum computing advancements could compromise cryptocurrency security within three to four years. Despite Cramer's call, Bitcoin's price has remained stable around $64,000, with many in the crypto community viewing his statements as a contrarian buy signal. The article notes that the actual size of Cramer's Bitcoin position is unconfirmed and that the market's reaction is largely driven by his history of inaccurate predictions in the crypto space.
Evening Tech Bits
The article touches on advancements in quantum computing, noting that quantum computers are now outperforming classical ones with trustworthy results. It also reports that AMD has quietly integrated support for its upcoming Zen 6 CPU architecture, codenamed 'Olympic Ridge' for desktops and 'Medusa' for mobile Ryzen processors, into the Linux kernel.
Saturday Tech Bits
Nvidia's Blackwell gaming GPUs feature an accessible hotspot temperature sensor via an internal MODS tool, as reported by Tom's Hardware. The article also briefly touches upon advancements in quantum error correction.
Microsoft says 'cryptographically relevant quantum computers could arrive sooner than previously expected' as…
Microsoft is accelerating its Quantum Safe Program, now targeting 2029 for readiness against cryptanalytic attacks from quantum computers, which are expected to arrive sooner than previously anticipated. The company emphasizes the need for organizations to prepare for future cryptographic threats, including the 'harvest now, decrypt later' method, and is working on broader resilience efforts beyond just cryptography.
Sunday Tech Bits
IBM is preparing to scale its quantum computing capabilities, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. Separately, a memory crunch is posing existential threats to smaller companies, while Apple and Microsoft are also affected. The article also touches on the current state of PC hardware, particularly with an all-AMD focus.
Morning Safety Dance
The White House has significantly shortened the deadline for phasing out quantum-vulnerable cryptography. Separately, Mythos has identified a memory leak dubbed 'Squidbleed' that has been present since the Clinton era.
Evening Tech Bits
Tim Cook stated that Apple anticipates unavoidable price increases due to a memory crunch. Separately, a breakthrough in quantum error correction is expected by 2028.
Memorial Day Legal Briefs
The article discusses legal challenges surrounding prediction markets, with Kalshi and Rhode Island suing each other. It also briefly touches upon the legality of the US's significant investment in quantum computing.
Morning Tech Bits
The US government is investing $2 billion in quantum computing firms through the CHIPS and Science Act. Analysts predict Nvidia is positioned to dominate the semiconductor market, capturing two-thirds of it.
The US government is pumping $2,000,000,000 in CHIPS and Science Act money into quantum computing firms
The US Department of Commerce is allocating over $2 billion through the CHIPS and Science Act to nine quantum computing companies, including significant investments in IBM and GlobalFoundries. This initiative aims to bolster the nation's leadership in quantum technology and semiconductor manufacturing, with companies like D-Wave and Rigetti Computing also receiving substantial funding.
US is taking equity stakes in IBM and other quantum computing companies
The US government has invested $2 billion in equity stakes across several quantum computing companies. This strategic move includes investments in firms associated with the Trump family, signaling a significant push into the quantum computing sector.
Morning Tech Bits
Nvidia has denied rumors of plans to acquire a major PC manufacturer. The article also touches on the competitive landscape of quantum computing in Europe and the integration of DLSS technology into the game Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss.
Google says quantum computing will crack bitcoin cryptography sooner than expected, estimating a 10% chance of…
Google researchers predict that quantum computers could crack the cryptography protecting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies much sooner than previously estimated, potentially by 2032. A quantum computer with fewer than 500,000 qubits could be sufficient, a significant reduction from earlier projections. This poses a substantial threat to public-key cryptography, particularly for cryptocurrencies which offer less recourse against fraudulent transactions.
Google says it's preparing for the quantum apocalypse, when traditional encryption methods are broken by quantum computers, by 2029—which is much sooner than originally expected
Google is preparing for a 'quantum apocalypse' by 2029, a timeframe when quantum computers are expected to break current encryption methods. The company aims to migrate to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) and encourages the tech industry to follow suit. This proactive approach addresses concerns about data security in the face of advancing quantum computing capabilities.
Trump appoints Nvidia's Jensen Huang, AMD's Lisa Su, Meta's Mark Zuckerberg, and more to science and…
President Trump has appointed a business-heavy group to the reestablished President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST). The council includes CEOs from major tech companies like Nvidia, AMD, Meta, Oracle, and Dell, alongside venture capitalists and researchers. The stated goal is to ensure American technological dominance in fields such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
