Microsoft, Quantum computing

Microsoft's latest Quantum computing claims have been named 'unreliable' by scientists
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'This is essentially a fraudulent project': Some scientists are firing shots at Microsoft's recent quantum computing claims
I reported that Microsoft claims its new quantum chip is powered by an 'entirely new state of matter'. I said back then that I would leave it to the brainy big wigs to assess whether this new Majorana 1 chip actually represents the breakthrough that's been claimed.
Google, Microsoft, and others are racing to crack open quantum computing. Here's how their breakthroughs stack up.
Quantum computing is rapidly evolving, though still largely theoretical — and each of the Big Tech giants wants to be the one to make it mainstream.
Scientists Question Microsoft's Quantum Computing 'Breakthrough'
Several physicists say the lack of a peer-reviewed, detailed paper on Microsoft's work undermines its claims. The tech community is also skeptical.
How Microsoft is Shaping the Future of Quantum Computing?
Microsoft has announced a major development and upgrade in quantum computing with its new Majorana 1 chip. Scientists responsible for this development spent 17
Microsoft quantum computing ‘breakthrough’ faces fresh challenge
Analysis pokes holes in protocol that underpins Microsoft’s claim to have created the first topological qubits.
Microsoft Reveals Majorana 1: A Quantum Computing Breakthrough
Microsoft has introduced Majorana 1, a quantum chip with a "Topological Core" architecture, potentially enabling powerful quantum computers within years instead of decades. The breakthrough stems from a newly developed material called a topoconductor,
3 Reasons Why Microsoft Is the New King of Quantum Computing With Majorana 1
The opportunity for Microsoft to leverage its leadership in cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) with new enterprise-scale quantum solutions highlights a significant long-term growth potential. Here are three reasons I believe Microsoft is the new king of quantum computing.
Microsoft and Amazon quantum advancements spark questions about the future of encryption
With recent announcements of new quantum computing advancements, Microsoft, Amazon and Google have set a new countdown clock ticking on today’s encryption — now an even shorter race than expected.
Microsoft under fire for claiming it has a new quantum computer
Researchers have criticised Microsoft's new Majorana 1 quantum computer, saying it has made claims about the way it works that aren't fully backed up by scientific evidence
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Microsoft’s new computer chip excites UI researchers for future of quantum computing
Solids. Liquids. Gases. Since grade school, people have been told these classical states of matter define the universe.
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Quantum Computing Stocks Soar Wednesday as D-Wave Claims Breakthrough
D-Wave Quantum shares popped Wednesday, along with other quantum computing stocks, after the company claimed to achieve a breakthrough.
GeekWire Awards: Nuclear power, quantum computing and more Innovation of the Year finalists
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The Synergy Between Quantum Computing And Generative AI
The intersection of quantum computing and GenAI holds enormous potential, offering organizations a way to supercharge AI's ...
Could Investing in This Quantum Computing Stock Be Like Buying Nvidia Prior to the Dawn of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Revolution?
During a recent interview on CNBC, IonQ's CEO proclaimed that the company is the "800-pound gorilla" in the quantum computing ...
Amazon leaders question Microsoft's quantum-computing claims: ‘...push back on BS statements like Satya Nadella's’
Amazon executives have questioned the validity of Microsoft's quantum computing breakthrough, calling it overhyped and ...