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What ancient money tells us about the future of computers

The way that some of the first coins were viewed 2500 years ago is similar to how we regard computers today, writes Annalee Newitz

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Why it might be impossible to build a practical quantum computer

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Why it might be impossible to build a practical quantum computer

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Q1: Photograph of the silicon quantum circuit being connected to a circuit board in preparation for measurement. (credit: Serwan Asaad)

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Using microwave beams could let quantum computers be small but mighty

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Google researchers made a time crystal inside a quantum computer

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Google researchers made a time crystal inside a quantum computer

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Flexible computer processor is the most powerful plastic chip yet

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Flexible computer processor is the most powerful plastic chip yet

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Google demonstrates vital step towards large-scale quantum computers

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China beats Google to claim the world's most powerful quantum computer

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China beats Google to claim the world's most powerful quantum computer

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Quantum data link established between two distant Chinese cities

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Quantum data link established between two distant Chinese cities

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The essential guide to the algorithms that run your life

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The essential guide to the algorithms that run your life

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An unhackable quantum internet comes with tough privacy questions

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An unhackable quantum internet comes with tough privacy questions

The quantum internet will keep bank details secure but also let people plot crimes in complete secrecy unless democratic leaders swiftly improve their record on policing digital privacy

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Quantum internet: The race is on to build an unhackable online world

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Virtual computer chip tests expose flaws and protect against hackers

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Quantum Computing with Michelle Simmons and John Martinis

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Quantum hyperchaos could help build better quantum computers

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