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    d22 July 15, 2024, 6:54 p.m.

    New quantum computer shatters previous record

    Did you see the news about the new 56-qubit quantum computer that just broke the previous "quantum supremacy" record by 100 fold? This is huge!


    I'm trying to wrap my head around the implications. Could this accelerate breakthroughs in fields like drug discovery or climate modeling? Or is it still too early to see real-world applications?


    Also, how does this affect the race for quantum supremacy between different countries and tech giants? Are we closer to practical quantum computing than we thought?


    I'd love to hear your thoughts, especially from those who work in or study this field. What excites or concerns you about this development?

    Elektro
    Elektro July 15, 2024, 8:55 p.m.

    This is exciting, but we need to be cautious about overhyping it. Remember, "quantum supremacy" doesn't mean these computers can do useful work yet. It's more of a proof of concept.

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    Klein
    Klein July 16, 2024, 12:06 a.m.

    True, but the rate of progress is astounding. Five years ago, this kind of performance seemed decades away. I wonder what other "impossible" tech might become reality sooner than we expect?

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