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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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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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Boosting the popularity of social media posts

October 23, 2019 0 Comments Computer Programming, Computers and Internet, Hacking, Information Technology, Media and Entertainment, Popular Culture, Social Issues, STEM Education

Computer scientists created a new algorithm to recommend tags for social media posts which should boost the popularity of the post in question. This algorithm takes into account more kinds of information than previous algorithms with a similar goal. The result is a measurably improved view count for posts which use the tags recommended by this new algorithm. Such research could be useful commercially and for other researchers who study online behavior.

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Natural language interface for data visualization debuts

October 23, 2019 0 Comments Brain-Computer Interfaces, Child Development, Computer Modeling, Computers and Internet, Hacking, Information Technology, K-12 Education, Language Acquisition

A team has developed FlowSense, which lets those who may not be experts in machine learning create highly flexible visualizations from almost any data.

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Extending Wi-Fi range for smart-home devices

October 23, 2019 0 Comments Computers and Internet, Detectors, Electronics, encryption, Hacking, Information Technology, technology, Telecommunications

A group of researchers has created a protocol that significantly extends the distance a Wi-Fi enabled device can send and receive signals. The engineering innovation requires no new hardware to enhance the signal range for 'Internet of things' devices, like a door sensor or motion detector, but can extend the distance these devices can be installed from a Wi-Fi access point by more than 60 meters, according to test results.

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Study warns of security gaps in smart light bulbs

October 23, 2019 0 Comments Chemistry, Computers and Internet, encryption, Hacking, Information Technology, Optics, Telecommunications, Textiles and Clothing

Smart bulbs are expected to be a popular purchase this holiday season. But could lighting your home open up your personal information to hackers? Now researchers have conducted a review of the security holes that exist in popular smart-light brands. According to the analysis, the next prime target could be that smart bulb that shoppers buy this coming holiday season.

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Paving the way for sensor interfaces that are 30 times smaller

October 22, 2019 0 Comments Computer Modeling, Computers and Internet, Electronics, Energy Technology, Information Technology, Neural Interfaces, technology, Telecommunications

Researchers have invented a novel class of Digital-to-Analog (DAC) and Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC) that can be entirely designed with a fully-automated digital design methodology.

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Computer science classes break down cultural barriers, study shows

October 21, 2019 0 Comments Artificial intelligence, Computer Modeling, Computer Science, Computers and Internet, Distributed Computing, Educational Technology, Information Technology, video games

Computational education can break down and expose cultural barriers in unexpected ways, a new study has found.

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Preventing cyber security attacks lies in strategic, third-party investments

October 21, 2019 0 Comments Computers and Internet, encryption, Hacking, Information Technology, Markets and Finance, Mobile Computing

Companies interested in protecting themselves and their customers from cyber-attacks need to invest in themselves and the vendors that handle their data, according to new research.

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