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Dec 15, 2023

U.S. and China race to shield secrets from quantum computers

Posted by in categories: cybercrime/malcode, encryption, mathematics, quantum physics

No one knows who might get there first. The United States and China are considered the leaders in the field; many experts believe America still holds an edge.

As the race to master quantum computing continues, a scramble is on to protect critical data. Washington and its allies are working on new encryption standards known as post-quantum cryptography – essentially codes that are much harder to crack, even for a quantum computer. Beijing is trying to pioneer quantum communications networks, a technology theoretically impossible to hack, according to researchers. The scientist spearheading Beijing’s efforts has become a minor celebrity in China.

Quantum computing is radically different. Conventional computers process information as bits – either 1 or 0, and just one number at a time. Quantum computers process in quantum bits, or “qubits,” which can be 1, 0 or any number in between, all at the same time, which physicists say is an approximate way of describing a complex mathematical concept.

Dec 15, 2023

Eric Schmidt has a 6-point plan for fighting election misinformation

Posted by in category: government

The former Google CEO hopes that companies, Congress, and regulators will take his advice on board—before it’s too late.

The coming year will be one of seismic political shifts.

Dec 15, 2023

AI Takes Over The Classroom: Alpha Helping Solve The Teacher Shortage

Posted by in categories: climatology, education, mathematics, robotics/AI

The teacher shortage crisis is a major concern, casting a shadow on educational quality across the globe. In this academic climate, the rise of AI in the classroom sparks both hope and skepticism. Alpha school is leading the way, devoid of traditional teachers and reliant on its AI-powered curriculum and “guide” system. This innovative approach offers a glimpse of a promising future where technology and human ingenuity merge to redefine education.

AI has become a game-changer in education by customizing learning experiences according to students’ individual learning styles and paces. Alpha’s app-based tutoring system is a prime example of this. It is personalized for each student’s strengths and weaknesses, a significant departure from the traditional “one-size-fits-all” classroom approach. For instance, consider a child who struggles with math concepts. AI can modify the exercises and explanations to suit their learning style, enabling them to understand the material better.

Moreover, this AI-driven education system offers instant and detailed feedback, which may be lacking in some schools. Such immediate response fosters a deeper understanding and encourages a more engaged learning process. This level of individualized attention is a powerful tool for enhancing knowledge and engagement.

Dec 15, 2023

AI-Powered Van Gogh Clone Wants To Talk With You About Life, And Death

Posted by in category: futurism

At the end of a Vincent van Gogh exhibit at Musée D’Orsay, the artist himself awaits visitors, dressed in a dapper blue jacket and ready to answer their questions.


At the Musée D’Orsay, a digital version of the legendary painter has answers to your questions. Including why he committed suicide.

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Dec 15, 2023

China’s Air Force simulates warplane maintenance with Microsoft headsets

Posted by in categories: augmented reality, holograms, military

A video released by a Chinese state broadcaster shows the use of Microsoft Hololens 2 to simulate maintenance on a warplane.


The Chinese military is reported to be utilizing mixed-reality goggles manufactured by Microsoft for equipment maintenance, as shown in a video released by a state broadcaster.

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Dec 15, 2023

Google’s DeepMind AI decodes age-old math equation, stumping humans

Posted by in categories: information science, mathematics, robotics/AI

DeepMind’s FunSearch discovers new mathematical knowledge and algorithms.


Google DeepMind has triumphantly cracked an age-old mathematical mystery using a method called FunSearch.

The math problem that FunSearch has solved is the famous cap set problem in pure mathematics, which has stumped even the brightest human mathematicians.

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Dec 15, 2023

Amazon tests space laser to transmit internet, aims 3,236 satellite web

Posted by in categories: internet, satellites

Project Kuiper seeks to deploy a swarm of small satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO) to enhance global broadband access, particularly to remote locations of the planet.


Amazon’s Project Kuiper initiative has marked a significant achievement with the successful in-orbit testing of a critical technology known as optical inter-satellite links (OISL).

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Dec 15, 2023

Intel’s new chip Gaudi3 competes with Nvidia and AMD

Posted by in category: robotics/AI

Intel launched a range of new products, including Gaudi3, a chip for generative AI software, Core Ultra, a chip for Windows laptops and PCs, and Xeon, a chip for servers.

Dec 15, 2023

SITA report anticipates 97% AI integration in aviation landscape

Posted by in categories: robotics/AI, transportation

SITA’s report uncovers the changing landscape of travel including the rise of Generative AI and Urban Air Mobility, shaping a dynamic industry landscape by 2033.


Embark on a transformative journey into the future of travel with SITA’s groundbreaking report, unveiling trends like Generative AI and Urban Air Mobility.

Dec 15, 2023

World’s first Generation IV nuclear reactor gets operational in China

Posted by in categories: engineering, nuclear energy

The reactor uses tiny balls of fuel and heats gas to generate electricity.


In what can be termed a significant achievement in the development of next-generation nuclear reactor technology, China claims to have successfully commissioned the world’s first Generation IV commercial nuclear reactor.

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