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Physicists May Have Found a Hard Limit on The Performance of Large Quantum Computers
For circuit-based quantum computations, the achievable circuit complexity is limited by the quality of timekeeping. That’s according to a new analysis published in the journal Physical Review Letters exploring “the effect of imperfect timekeeping on controlled quantum dynamics.” An announcement from the Vienna University of Technology explains its significance. “The Read more…
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IBM Claims Quantum Computing Research Milestone
Quantum computing is starting to fulfil its promise as a crucial scientific research tool, IBM researchers claim, as the US tech group attempts to quell fears that the technology will fail to match high hopes for it. From a report: The company is due to unveil 10 projects on Monday Read more…
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Are CAPTCHAs More Than Just Annoying?
Failing a CAPTCHA isn’t just annoying — it keeps people from navigating the internet. Older people can take considerably more time to solve different kinds of CAPTCHAs, according to the UC Irvine researchers, and other research has found that the same is true for non-native English speakers. The annoyance can Read more…
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EV Owners Report ‘Far More’ Problems Than Conventional Car Owners, Says Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports awarded a “recommended” rating to Tesla’s Modey Y this year, “with owners reporting fewer issues with its suspension, in-car electronics and general build quality than in previous years”. Tesla’s Model 3 also earned a “recommended” rating. “Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y are now the sweet spot in Read more…
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Tiny Living Robots Made From Human Cells Surprise Scientists
Scientists have created tiny living robots from human cells, the mini-bots can move around in a lab dish and may one day be able to help heal wounds or damaged tissue, according to a new study. A team at Tufts University and Harvard University’s Wyss Institute have dubbed these creations Read more…