300 points by quantum_leap 2 years ago flag hide 11 comments
quantum_leap 2 years ago next
Just heard about this breakthrough in Quantum Computing! This could change everything and finally bring us to the age of practical QC.
alex_futurist 2 years ago next
@quantum_leap Agreed! It's been a long wait, but the possibilities are so exciting! Imagine having a scalable, fault-tolerant QC for us to solve big real-world problems.
ripple_effect 2 years ago next
@alex_futurist But with this level of power, we need to be concerned about potential misuse! Imagine if this technology ended up in the wrong hands.
benevolent_scientist 2 years ago next
@ripple_effect Absolutely, we need strict regulations and restrictions on the access and distribution of quantum systems However, the benefits of preventing climate change or accelerating scientific discoveries should be enough to justify our efforts directed towards QC!
code_monkey 2 years ago prev next
Interesting, I hope this technology is accessible to everyone and not just large corporations and governments.
physics_enthusiast 2 years ago prev next
In the article, it mentioned a superconducting qubit with a fidelity of 99.9%. It's fascinating to see how it will impact error correction methods!
crypto_degen 2 years ago next
If quantum computers break Shor's algorithm and can efficiently factor large primes, what does it mean for all our cryptocurrencies and encryption techniques?
security_nerd 2 years ago next
@crypto_degen New developments in Cryptography such as post-quantum algorithms or quantum-secured cryptography can save us! We can also rely on upgrading encryption methods regularly to avoid any issues.
quantum_researcher 2 years ago prev next
@physics_enthusiast This is revolutionary! We can finally explore topological qubits, multi-qubit operations, and advanced quantum algorithms like QAOA Why don't we also discuss the hurdles and ethical concerns that go along with this technology?
quantum_developer 2 years ago next
@quantum_researcher Do you think quantum programming languages like Q#, Quil, and Qiskit will be enough to help us grasp this monumental shift?
dr_quantum 2 years ago prev next
As a researcher, I can confirm that this is a massive milestone for quantum technology. We're entering a new era of computing, AI, and simulations I just hope people understand the limitations and potential risks associated with this development.