September 2025 – Page 6 – PossibleThreat Articles

The quantum internet just went live on Verizon’s network

September 26, 2025 0 Comments Communications, Computer Science, Computers and Internet, Distributed Computing, encryption, Hacking, Information Technology, Spintronics Research

Penn engineers have taken quantum networking from the lab to Verizon’s live fiber network, using a silicon “Q-chip” that speaks the same Internet Protocol as the modern web. The system pairs classical and quantum signals like a train engine with sealed cargo, ensuring routing without destroying quantum states. By maintaining fidelity above 97% even under real-world noise, the approach shows that a scalable quantum internet is possible using today’s infrastructure.

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Scientists unveil breakthrough pixel that could put holograms on your smartphone

September 26, 2025 0 Comments Computer Modeling, Computers and Internet, encryption, Hacking, Information Technology, Mobile Computing, video games, Virtual Reality

A team at the University of St Andrews has unlocked a major step toward true holographic displays by combining OLEDs with holographic metasurfaces. Unlike traditional laser-based holograms, this compact and affordable method could transform smart devices, entertainment, and even virtual reality. The breakthrough allows entire images to be generated from a single OLED pixel, removing long-standing barriers and pointing to a future of lightweight, miniaturized holographic technology.

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The surprising new particle that could finally explain dark matter

September 25, 2025 0 Comments Albert Einstein, Black Holes, Physics, Quantum Physics, Space Exploration, Space Telescopes, Spintronics, Uranus

Physicists are eyeing charged gravitinos—ultra-heavy, stable particles from supergravity theory—as possible Dark Matter candidates. Unlike axions or WIMPs, these particles carry electric charge but remain undetectable due to their scarcity. With detectors like JUNO and DUNE, researchers now have a chance to spot their unique signal, a breakthrough that could link particle physics with gravity.

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Cambridge scientists created a gel that could end arthritis pain

September 25, 2025 0 Comments #039, Allergy, amp, Diseases and Conditions, Healthy Aging, Joint Health, Patient Education and Counseling, Personalized Medicine, Pharmacology, s Healthcare, Today&amp

Cambridge scientists have created a breakthrough material that can sense tiny chemical changes in the body, such as the increased acidity during an arthritis flare-up, and release drugs exactly when and where they’re needed. By mimicking cartilage while delivering medication, this smart gel could ease pain, reduce side effects, and provide continuous treatment for millions of arthritis sufferers.

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This high-sugar fruit may actually lower diabetes risk

September 25, 2025 0 Comments Chronic Illness, Diabetes, Diet and Weight Loss, Insomnia Research, Nutrition, Personalized Medicine, Sleep Disorder Research, Workplace Health

Mangos, often dismissed as too sugary, may hold hidden benefits for those at risk of diabetes. A George Mason University study found that daily mango eaters showed better blood sugar control and less body fat than those eating a lower-sugar snack. The results suggest that it’s not just sugar levels, but how the sugar is packaged in whole foods, that matters.

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Scientists brew “quantum ink” to power next-gen night vision

September 25, 2025 0 Comments Artificial intelligence, Chemistry, Detectors, Energy and Resources, Neural Interfaces, Photography, Spintronics Research, Vehicles

Toxic metals are pushing infrared detector makers into a corner, but NYU Tandon researchers have developed a cleaner solution using colloidal quantum dots. These detectors are made like “inks,” allowing scalable, low-cost production while showing impressive infrared sensitivity. Combined with transparent electrodes, the innovation tackles major barriers in imaging systems and could bring infrared technology to cars, medicine, and consumer devices.

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Caltech’s massive 6,100-qubit array brings the quantum future closer

September 25, 2025 0 Comments Artificial intelligence, Communications, Computer Modeling, Computer Science, Computers and Internet, Distributed Computing, Information Technology, Math Puzzles

Caltech scientists have built a record-breaking array of 6,100 neutral-atom qubits, a critical step toward powerful error-corrected quantum computers. The qubits maintained long-lasting superposition and exceptional accuracy, even while being moved within the array. This balance of scale and stability points toward the next milestone: linking qubits through entanglement to unlock true quantum computation.

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Hidden bacterial molecules in the brain reveal new secrets of sleep

September 25, 2025 0 Comments Behavioral Science, Child Development, Diet and Weight Loss, Dieting and Weight Control, Diseases and Conditions, mice, New Species, Obesity, Social Psychology

New studies show that a bacterial molecule, peptidoglycan, is present in the brain and fluctuates with sleep patterns. This challenges the idea that sleep is solely brain-driven, instead suggesting it’s a collaborative process between our bodies and microbiomes. The theory links microbes not only to sleep but also to cognition, appetite, and behavior, pointing to a profound evolutionary relationship.

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Breakthrough wetsuits slash shark attack injuries and save lives

September 25, 2025 0 Comments animals, Biology, Ecology Research, Endangered Animals, Fish, Marine Biology, Nature, New Species

Shark experts tested four innovative wetsuit materials to measure how well they reduce shark-bite injuries. The results show they can lessen major trauma, blood loss, and even save lives when compared to standard neoprene. While not a perfect shield, these suits represent a leap forward in personal protection.

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This flower smells like dying ants, and flies can’t resist it

September 25, 2025 0 Comments animals, Botany, Endangered Plants, Evolutionary Biology, Food, Insects (including Butterflies), Invasive Species, New Species

Vincetoxicum nakaianum tricks flies into pollinating it by imitating the smell of ants attacked by spiders. Ko Mochizuki stumbled upon this finding when he noticed flies clustering around the flowers and later confirmed their unusual preference. The study reveals the first known case of ant odor mimicry in plants, expanding our understanding of how diverse floral deception can be.