Daniel Kleppner, a highly honored physicist whose work paved the way for the Global Positioning System and quantum computing, died on June 16 at the age of 92. His foundational discoveries in atomic physics have left an enduring impact on modern technology.
The UK government has unveiled a historic £500 million investment in quantum computing over the next four years. This bold initiative marks Britain’s most ambitious technology endeavor to date, aiming to secure technological sovereignty amid global digital fragmentation.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang announced at the GTC Paris developer conference that quantum computing is “reaching an inflection point,” signaling a shift towards real-world applications in the near future. His optimistic outlook marks a significant change from his earlier predictions, reflecting rapid advancements in the field.
Florida State University researchers have uncovered new exotic states of matter in graphene, potentially revolutionizing quantum computing. Led by Assistant Professor Zhengguang Lu, this breakthrough offers fresh avenues in quantum technology.
Rigetti stock investors have received great news that could have lasting impacts on shareholder value. Despite a significant stock price decrease, the future looks promising for the quantum computing company.
