A student’s physics homework might lead to the birth of large-scale quantum computing. After flipping half of the quantum switches (qubits) in some common error correcting code, Pablo Bonilla discovered that this new design was able to correct errors twice as effectively as previous designs. Because qubits are prone to external interference (and therefore, errors), this discovery of better error correction might be the breakthrough quantum researchers needed to create functional quantum computers. Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here
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January 27, 2023
