#understanding qubits

[techtoio]

The Rise of Quantum Computing: What You Need to Know

Introduction

Quantum computing is poised to revolutionize the tech industry, promising to solve problems beyond the reach of classical computers. As this futuristic technology rapidly advances, it’s essential to understand its basics, potential, and implications. This article will delve into what quantum computing is, how it works, and why it matters. Read to continue

[mcrdvcks]

— love language

summary: You and Matt are now dating, but you haven't told anyone. How long will it take your friends to notice?

word count: 3.4k+

pairing: Matt Murdock x fem!reader

notes: i had this idea after writing goodnight n go (which is technically the first part, but you don't need to read it to understand this). anyways, here's a bunch of fluff

warnings/tags: after endgame but date is not specified, best friends to lovers, reader works at stark industries, matt is a cocky little shit, making out

Things moved on normally, the only thing that had changed in the past month was that you two weren’t just friends but dating.

You didn’t realize it, but you were already quite close to Matt.

Matt chuckled, his arm hooked around yours as the two of you waited in line for coffee. “Really?” He asked sarcastically.

“Ugh.” You elbowed him. “You’re an ass.”

“I’m just saying, what kinda friends have a toothbrush at their place?” He tapped his cane against the floor lightly.

You tilted your head. “Uhhh… pretty sure at one point Foggy had a toothbrush at your place.”

“That he never used other than one time.”

You scoffed, nudging his side again. "Still counts."

Matt smirked. "Does it?"

"Yes, because that means I’m not the weird one here. You just have a habit of letting people leave their stuff at your place."

Matt tilted his head slightly, feigning thoughtfulness. "Interesting theory. Except you’re the only person whose toothbrush has stayed."

You opened your mouth to argue, then paused, realizing he was right. "Okay, fine, but that’s only because—"

"You stay over all the time?"

You huffed, rolling your eyes. "You’re impossible."

"And yet, here you are," he teased, squeezing your arm lightly before stepping forward to order.

---

Foggy opened the door to Matt’s office. “Hey, did you ever finish the deposition for the Martin case?”

Matt put down the fork to his Pad Thai, leaving it in the Styrofoam container. “Yeah, I did.”

You took the opportunity, snatching the fork from his container and stealing a bite of his Pad Thai. Matt huffed, but you could hear the amusement in it.

"Really?" he murmured.

"You put it down," you said, chewing. "That means it's fair game."

Foggy barely glanced up from the papers in his hand. "She’s got a point, Matt. You know the rules."

Matt exhaled sharply, shaking his head as he blindly reached for the fork still in your grip. You dodged, keeping it out of his reach as you took another bite.

Foggy flipped a page. "Anyway, judge pushed the hearing back a week, which is good because it gives us time to go over the new witness statement. Karen’s taking a look at it now."

Matt hummed in acknowledgment, still trying to reclaim his fork. You smirked, shifting slightly in his lap. He retaliated by sliding an arm around your waist, pinning you in place.

"You gonna give that back?" he murmured.

"Maybe," you teased, holding it just out of reach.

Foggy sighed, still not looking up. "If you two devolve into a full-on fork battle, at least take it outside. I don’t need Pad Thai in the depositions."

Matt smirked, finally managing to grab the utensil from your grip. "Noted."

You huffed but didn’t move, resting your elbow on his shoulder instead. "Fine. I got what I wanted anyway."

Matt chuckled, shaking his head as he twirled the fork back into his food.

Foggy snapped the folder shut. "Alright, well, since you two seem busy, I’ll go see if Karen needs help."

"Let us know if you need anything," Matt said easily.

"Yeah, yeah," Foggy muttered, already halfway out the door.

---

Josie’s was loud and crowded as always, but at this point it was like a second home. You were telling Karen about an incident in the lab. “—Levi somehow hooks the string around the sprinkler and pulls. I get an alert on my tablet and rush over to the lab. Turns out, when he pulled the sprinkler, he also pulled part of the main water line. All for a tiny qubit that got stuck on the ceiling.”

Karen snorted, shaking her head. "Please tell me this guy got fired."

"Nope," you said, sipping your drink. "Because technically, it worked. The qubit came loose. He just, y’know… flooded half the floor in the process."

Karen groaned. "God, Stark Industries sounds like a nightmare sometimes."

"You have no idea," you muttered, setting your glass down.

As you kept talking, you felt your shirt strap slide down your shoulder. It wasn’t anything major, just a slight shift, but before you could adjust it yourself, Matt did it for you.

His hand found your shoulder with ease, fingers brushing your skin as he hooked the strap with two fingers and guided it back into place. It was quick, thoughtless, something he’d probably done a hundred times before without even realizing.

Karen barely blinked.

You didn’t think much of it either, continuing on. "Anyway, Levi tried to convince me it was an 'engineering breakthrough' and that 'technically' he proved a new method of remote retrieval—"

"You’re kidding," Karen deadpanned.

"Oh, I wish."

Matt smirked beside you, listening quietly. His arm was resting along the back of your chair, close but not overbearing.

Karen leaned forward, taking another sip of her drink. "So what’d you do?"

You grinned. "Told him if he ever did that again, I’d make sure the next thing he got stuck was his own head in the centrifuge."

Karen burst out laughing. "And let me guess—he immediately backed down."

"Pretty much," you said smugly.

Matt chuckled, shaking his head. "You really are terrifying sometimes."

"And yet, here you are," you teased, echoing the same words you’d said to him earlier that morning.

Matt tilted his head slightly, smirk deepening. "Guess I have a thing for danger."

Karen rolled her eyes but didn’t comment. She was too used to the way you two interacted, and nothing about tonight seemed different from any other night.

---

“You didn’t have to come.” Matt murmured, as your hands combed through his hair. “It’s just a mugging case.”

“And yet,” you pulled your hands away. “You were goin’ to walk in there with hair like that.” You gave him a grin. “I helped you devil boy. Oh, wait.”

You pulled his red-lensed glasses off before cleaning them with your shirt. Matt huffed, tilting his head slightly. "You know, most people don’t manhandle my things without permission."

"Most people aren’t me," you shot back, flipping the glasses open and sliding them back onto his face.

Matt’s lips twitched, but he didn’t argue.

Foggy sighed from beside you. "How do you two have time for this while standing outside a courtroom?"

Karen smirked, arms crossed. "Multitasking."

You grinned. "Exactly. I’m helping him and annoying him at the same time."

Matt let out a quiet chuckle, shaking his head. "You really do take your job seriously."

"Obviously."

Before Foggy could reply, the courtroom doors opened, and the previous case let out, lawyers and reporters filing into the hallway. The four of you straightened slightly as Matt rolled his shoulders, settling into courtroom mode.

"Alright," Matt murmured, adjusting his tie. "Let’s get this over with."

You reached out instinctively, running a hand down the front of his suit, smoothing the fabric. "You’re good."

Matt caught your wrist before you could pull away, his thumb brushing over your pulse for just a second longer than necessary. “You going to stay?”

“Yep. I’ll be sittin’ in the front row looking pretty.”

Foggy snorted. "Sittin’ pretty? That’s your plan?"

"Someone’s gotta balance out Matt’s whole intimidating blind lawyer thing," you teased, adjusting your bag over your shoulder.

Matt smirked. "Intimidating, huh?"

"You know what you do," you muttered, patting his chest once before stepping back.

Karen chuckled, shaking her head. "Alright, let’s get in there before we miss the good part."

The courtroom was already filling up when you and Karen slipped into the front row, Matt and Foggy making their way to the bench. You crossed one leg over the other, leaning back slightly as you pulled your phone from your bag, muting notifications.

"You know, sometimes I forget you don’t actually work for them," Karen mused, watching as you settled in.

You glanced at her. "Why?"

Karen shrugged. "You’re here so often, always involved in their cases, bringing them food, making sure Matt doesn’t walk into court looking like he just crawled out of a dumpster—"

"Hey," you cut in. "I don’t make him look good. He just listens to me when I tell him to fix his tie."

Karen smirked, tilting her head. "Mhm."

You rolled your eyes, looking toward the front of the courtroom. Matt and Foggy were talking in hushed tones, Foggy flipping through a stack of papers while Matt leaned slightly toward him, nodding at something he said.

Karen was still watching you, but you ignored her.

The judge entered, and the room settled as the proceedings began.

---

The hearing wasn’t long, but it was long enough for you to notice Karen sneaking glances at you every so often. You didn’t say anything, keeping your focus on the case.

Matt and Foggy handled it well, as expected. You knew Matt’s confidence in the courtroom was unmatched, and even though you couldn’t see his eyes behind the red lenses, you knew he was completely locked in, analyzing every shift in the judge’s tone, every heartbeat in the room.

By the time the judge adjourned the hearing, you were stretching slightly, rolling your shoulders as you stood.

Matt and Foggy approached, gathering their things. "Well," Foggy said, stuffing papers into his briefcase. "That went about as well as it could’ve."

Matt hummed in agreement. "We should have a decision in a few days."

Karen exhaled. "That was exhausting to watch, so I can’t imagine how you two feel."

Matt smiled. "Used to it."

You reached out, fixing the fold of his pocket square before he could tuck his cane under his arm. "You did good."

Matt turned his head toward you slightly, smirk playing at his lips. "Yeah?"

You huffed. "Yeah, Murdock. Try not to look so smug about it."

Foggy raised a brow, gaze flickering between the two of you for a second. Karen, too, was watching, something unreadable in her expression.

Neither of them said anything.

"Alright," Foggy finally broke the silence, snapping his briefcase shut. "Lunch? Please? I need food after all that legal jargon."

"Agreed," Karen said.

You nodded. "Sounds good to me."

Matt tapped his cane against the floor once, falling into step beside you. Karen shot one last glance between the two of you but still said nothing.

---

You pulled out an expired container of milk. “Matty, I seriously don’t know how you, of all people, didn’t notice you had 2-week expired milk in your fridge.”

Matt smirked from where he was leaning against the counter, arms crossed over his chest. "You think I make a habit of sniffing my milk cartons?"

You made a face, waving the expired container in his direction. "Considering you should be able to smell the rotting dairy in your fridge? Yeah, actually, I do."

Matt huffed a quiet laugh, stepping forward as you popped the lid open and took an experimental sniff—only to gag immediately.

"Jesus Christ," you muttered, shoving the carton at him. "Smell it. I dare you."

Matt wrinkled his nose, taking a slight step back. "I’ll pass."

"Uh-huh, that’s what I thought." You shut the carton and tossed it in the trash before opening the fridge again. "When’s the last time you actually bought groceries?"

Matt leaned against the counter, lips twitching. "Don’t know. You usually do it for me."

You shot him a look over your shoulder. "That’s not the win you think it is, Murdock."

"I don’t know," he murmured, stepping behind you, hands settling at your waist. "Feels like a win to me."

Your breath hitched as he leaned in slightly, lips brushing just behind your ear. You huffed, pushing him back lightly with your elbow. "No, you don’t get to distract me. Your fridge is a disaster."

Matt let out a quiet chuckle but didn’t let go entirely. "I’ve survived this long."

"Yeah, because I keep you alive," you muttered, pulling out a sad-looking bag of spinach and holding it up for him. "This? This is a crime."

Matt smirked. "Pretty sure I deal with actual crimes for a living."

"You’re so lucky you’re cute." You tossed the bag onto the counter with a sigh. "Alright, that’s it. We’re going grocery shopping."

"You say that like I have a choice."

"You don’t," you said, shutting the fridge and turning in his arms.

Matt smiled, fingers brushing over your hip before he dropped his hands. "At least let me buy you dinner after."

You narrowed your eyes playfully. "Bribing me with food?"

"Wouldn’t be the first time."

You rolled your eyes, but the smirk you tried to suppress still made its way onto your lips. "Fine. But you’re carrying all the bags."

"Deal," Matt murmured, reaching for his cane.

You grabbed your coat, glancing at him as he adjusted his watch. "And I’m making sure you don’t buy anything that will expire in two days."

Matt chuckled. "Now that’s just cruel."

---

The grocery store was relatively quiet for a Friday night, the kind of late-evening lull where the only customers were people grabbing last-minute dinner ingredients or, in Matt’s case, replacing an entire fridge’s worth of expired food.

You pushed the cart while Matt walked beside you, his hand resting lightly at the crook of your elbow. "Alright, first things first," you said, steering the cart toward the produce section. "You’re getting actual vegetables. Not just things that used to be vegetables before they died a slow, tragic death in your fridge."

Matt smirked. "I resent that."

"You resent having to eat vegetables," you shot back, picking up a head of lettuce and tossing it into the cart.

Matt tilted his head slightly, like he was considering. "That might be true."

You sighed dramatically. "It’s like taking a toddler shopping."

"You did sign up for this," Matt pointed out, casually trailing his fingers over the display of apples as he passed.

You side-eyed him. "Did I? I don’t remember agreeing to supervise you."

"You knew what you were getting into," he teased, reaching past you to grab an apple and setting it in the cart.

"Yeah, yeah," you muttered, adding a few more. "What else do you need? Other than everything."

Matt hummed, fingers tapping lightly against the handle of the cart. "Bread. Eggs. Coffee."

"Obviously," you muttered, already steering the cart in that direction.

As you walked, Matt’s hand slid from your elbow to your wrist, fingers idly tracing over your pulse before his hand found yours, linking your fingers together like it was nothing.

You squeezed his hand slightly. "If you think holding my hand is gonna distract me from making you buy actual groceries, you’re wrong."

Matt huffed a quiet laugh, thumb brushing over the back of your hand. "Worth a shot."

"Mm-hmm," you mused, scanning the shelves as you walked. You paused near the coffee aisle, reaching for a bag of Matt’s usual blend.

"That one’s good," Matt said, nodding toward it.

You smirked, holding up a different one just to mess with him. "What about this one?"

Matt tilted his head slightly, a smirk playing on his lips. "That one’s decaf."

Your lips parted in mock surprise. "Wow. Look at that. Guess you do pay attention to your groceries."

Matt exhaled a laugh, leaning in slightly. "I pay attention to you."

Your stomach flipped, but you covered it with an eye roll, tossing his usual coffee into the cart before dragging him toward the next aisle.

---

By the time you made it to the checkout, the cart was full. Probably more food than Matt had ever willingly bought for himself.

"You’re never gonna finish all this," he mused as you unloaded onto the conveyor belt.

"You will if you actually cook," you shot back. "And don’t tell me you can’t. I’ve seen you do it."

Matt smirked, handing the cashier his card before you could stop him. "Guess I have no choice now."

You squinted at him. "That sounds suspiciously like a challenge."

Matt tilted his head. "Maybe it is."

You grinned. "Alright, Murdock. Guess I’ll be the judge of whether or not you can actually cook."

Matt chuckled, grabbing the grocery bags as the cashier finished bagging them. "I did offer to buy you dinner."

You crossed your arms. "I thought we were talking restaurant dinner, not Murdock’s Mystery Kitchen dinner."

Matt smirked, shifting the bags in his hands. "I never specified."

You rolled your eyes but reached out, grabbing a couple of bags from him. "Fine. But if you burn anything, I’m taking over."

"Noted," Matt said, leaning in just slightly. "But I wouldn’t underestimate me, sweetheart."

You huffed, shoving a bag at him before walking toward the door. "We’ll see about that, devil boy."

---

“Where’s my shirt? You know, the soft blue one with a star embroidered on it?”

Matt, who was sitting on the couch, fingers tracing a braille legal document, tilted his head. “…Where are your clothes?”

“My—that’s what I’m asking you.” You replied, hands on your hips, leaning against his bedroom door.

Matt’s lips twitched, setting the braille document down on the coffee table. He turned his head slightly, his attention fully on you now. "You’re asking me where your clothes are?"

"Yes, Matty." You sighed, crossing your arms. "I took a shower, and now I can’t find my damn shirt. The soft blue one? The one with the star embroidered on it?"

Matt hummed, pushing himself up from the couch, his movements slow, deliberate. "And you think I did something with it?"

"You have a habit of stealing my clothes," you pointed out. "So yes, you’re my prime suspect."

Matt smirked, stepping toward you. "Interesting accusation, sweetheart."

You didn’t flinch as he closed the distance, his fingers barely brushing along your forearm, trailing up to your shoulder before settling against your jaw.

"You’re not wearing any clothes."

You rolled your eyes. "I am wearing clothes. Just not the ones I want."

Matt exhaled a quiet chuckle, tilting his head slightly. "Bra and underwear don’t count."

"Tell that to every guy who’s ever seen a Victoria’s Secret ad," you muttered.

Matt grinned. "Is that what this is? A show?"

You huffed, lightly swatting at his chest. "You’re impossible."

"And yet, here you are," he teased, echoing your words from earlier, his fingers still lazily tracing the edge of your jaw.

You narrowed your eyes but didn’t pull away. "Are you gonna help me find my shirt or not?"

Matt’s lips twitched. "I’m starting to think you just wanted an excuse to walk around like this."

You scoffed. "Matty, if I wanted to walk around half-naked in your apartment, I would. I don’t need an excuse."

Matt grinned. "Good to know."

You rolled your eyes, stepping back. "So are you gonna help or—"

Before you could finish, Matt turned toward his dresser, fingers trailing over the top before he grabbed something and held it out.

Your missing shirt.

Your jaw dropped. "You knew where it was this whole time?"

Matt shrugged. "You left it here last week. I thought it was mine."

You squinted at him. "Since when do you own a soft blue shirt with a star embroidered on it?"

Matt smirked. "I don’t, but you leave your stuff here so often, I figured it was fair game."

You snatched it from his hands. "Unbelievable."

Matt huffed a laugh, crossing his arms. "You gonna put it on, or do I get to keep enjoying the view?"

You shot him a look, but the heat in his voice sent something warm curling in your stomach. You turned away, slipping the shirt over your head, and when you glanced back, Matt was still smirking.

"Happy now?" you muttered.

Matt hummed, stepping closer again. "Not yet."

Before you could respond, he leaned in, catching your chin between his fingers before pressing a slow, lingering kiss to your lips.

When he pulled back, his smirk deepened. "Now I’m happy."

You scoffed, trying to ignore the way your heart was hammering in your chest. "You’re ridiculous."

"And you love it."

You rolled your eyes but didn’t argue.

---

It was late at night when Matt convinced you to stay. Foggy and Karen were out of the office for the night, leaving just you and Matt doing your separate work.

The office was quiet, save for the occasional rustling of paper and the distant hum of the city outside.

You were perched on Matt’s couch, cross-legged, a set of blueprints spread across your lap while he sat at his desk, reading over a case file. Neither of you spoke, lost in your own work, but there was a comfortable ease to it.

"Are you even getting anything done over there?" Matt asked suddenly, breaking the silence.

You didn’t look up. "Are you?"

He hummed. "I was. Until I realized how unfair this is."

You sighed, already knowing where this was going. "What’s unfair, Matty?"

"You get to sit all comfy on my couch, while I’m stuck here, hard at work."

You snorted. "Hard at work, huh? I didn’t realize whining counted as work."

Matt pushed his chair back, standing slowly. "I think I deserve a break."

You barely glanced up. "Then take one. I’m actually doing something productive."

Matt made his way toward you, hands in his pockets. "Are you?"

You narrowed your eyes, lifting a brow. "Yes. Unlike some people, I have deadlines to meet."

Matt hummed, stepping in front of you. "And yet, you’re still here. With me."

"Because you asked me to stay," you reminded him, flipping a page. "You coerced me."

Matt smirked. "Did I?"

"Yes, you—hey!"

In one swift motion, Matt plucked the blueprints from your lap and set them aside. Before you could protest, he leaned down, hands bracketing your sides as he caged you against the couch.

"Take a break with me, angel," he murmured.

You exhaled, glaring up at him. "You are so—"

Whatever insult you had lined up died in your throat as Matt leaned in, pressing a slow, lingering kiss to your jaw. His lips brushed over your pulse, deliberate, teasing.

"Annoying?" he murmured.

You swallowed hard. "Distracting."

Matt grinned against your skin. "Mm. I’ll take that."

Your fingers curled around his tie, tugging slightly. "You are so lucky I like you."

Matt chuckled, dipping his head until his lips were just barely grazing yours. "Yeah?"

"Yeah."

You closed the distance, kissing him properly.

Matt exhaled against your lips, deepening it immediately. His hands skimmed down your sides, gripping your waist as he pulled you flush against him. You barely noticed when he guided you backward, until the edge of his desk dug into your lower back.

"Matty," you murmured between kisses.

"Mm?"

"I thought we were taking a break."

"This is my break," he murmured, pressing an open-mouthed kiss to your throat.

You huffed a quiet laugh, threading your fingers into his hair. "Productive."

Matt grinned against your skin, hands slipping under the hem of your shirt. "You’re the one distracting me, sweetheart."

You rolled your eyes but didn’t stop him, tilting your head slightly to give him better access. His lips trailed back up, capturing yours again in a kiss that left your head spinning.

Neither of you noticed the sound of the front door opening.

At least, you didn’t.

Matt either didn’t hear it, or—more likely—just didn’t care.

"Hey, Matt, I left my phone—"

Foggy’s voice cut through the air like a record scratch.

You froze.

Matt, however, barely reacted. His lips left yours just enough for him to let out a quiet sigh—like he was annoyed—before pressing one last kiss to your jaw.

"Should’ve knocked, Fog," he murmured.

Your entire body was on fire. You didn’t dare turn around. Foggy, for his part, just stood there. Silent. Karen was the one to break it. "Uh."

You exhaled sharply, tilting your head back against the desk. "Jesus Christ."

Matt still didn’t move. He just turned his head slightly in their direction. "You left your phone?"

Foggy blinked. "Yeah." A beat. "But now I kinda wanna leave it here forever."

Karen coughed, her voice tight with suppressed laughter. "Should we leave?"

You groaned, covering your face with your hands.

Matt just smirked. "You could, but I doubt you will."

Karen cleared her throat. "Y’know what? I suddenly really need a drink."

"Yeah, me too," Foggy muttered, grabbing his phone off the desk and speed walking toward the door.

Karen cast one last glance between the two of you, shaking her head before following. The second the door shut behind them, you finally shoved Matt away.

"You knew they were coming, didn’t you!?"

Matt grinned, shrugging. "You said it yourself—I have a habit of coercing you."

You gaped at him. "Murdock."

He just leaned in again, lips ghosting over your ear. "You gonna finish what you started, angel?"

Your face burned. "I started!?"

Matt chuckled, nudging his nose against yours.

"You’re impossible," you muttered, still flustered.

"And yet," Matt murmured, smirking, "here you are."

[spacetimewithstuartgary]

Quantum machine offers peek into “dance” of cosmic bubbles

Physicists have performed a groundbreaking simulation they say sheds new light on an elusive phenomenon that could determine the ultimate fate of the Universe. 

Pioneering research in quantum field theory around 50 years ago proposed that the universe may be trapped in a false vacuum – meaning it appears stable but in fact could be on the verge of transitioning to an even more stable, true vacuum state.  While this process could trigger a catastrophic change in the Universe's structure, experts agree that predicting the timeline is challenging, but it is likely to occur over an astronomically long period, potentially spanning millions of years. 

In an international collaboration between three research institutions, the team report gaining valuable insights into false vacuum decay – a process linked to the origins of the cosmos and the behaviour of particles at the smallest scales. The collaboration was led by Professor Zlatko Papic, from the University of Leeds, and Dr Jaka Vodeb, from Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany. 

The paper’s lead author Professor Papic, Professor of Theoretical Physics in the School of Physics and Astronomy at Leeds, said: “We're talking about a process by which the universe would completely change its structure. The fundamental constants could instantaneously change and the world as we know it would collapse like a house of cards. What we really need are controlled experiments to observe this process and determine its time scales.” 

The researchers say this work marks a significant step forward in understanding quantum dynamics, offering exciting possibilities for the future of quantum computing and its potential for studying some of the most challenging problems around the fundamental physics of the Universe. 

Simulating a Cosmic Puzzle 

The research, by the University of Leeds, Forschungszentrum Jülich, and the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA), set out to understand the key puzzle of false vacuum decay – the underlying mechanism behind it. They used a 5564-qubit quantum annealer, a type of quantum machine designed by D-Wave Quantum Inc. to solve complex optimisation problems – which involve finding the best solution from a set of possible solutions – by harnessing the unique properties of quantum-mechanical systems. 

In the paper, published today (04/02/2025) in Nature Physics, the team explain how they used the machine to mimic the behaviour of bubbles in a false vacuum. These bubbles are similar to liquid bubbles forming in water vapour, cooled below its dew point. It is understood that the formation, interaction and spreading of these bubbles would be the trigger for false vacuum decay. 

Co-author Dr Jean-Yves Desaules, a postdoctoral fellow at ISTA, who completed his PhD at the University of Leeds, said: “This phenomenon is comparable to a rollercoaster that has several valleys along its trajectory but only one ‘true’ lowest state, at ground level.  

“If that is indeed the case, quantum mechanics would allow the Universe to eventually tunnel to the lowest energy state or the ‘true’ vacuum and that process would result in a cataclysmic global event.” 

The quantum annealer enabled scientists to observe the intricate “dance” of the bubbles, which involves how they form, grow, and interact in real time. These observations revealed that the dynamics are not isolated events – they involve complex interactions, including how smaller bubbles can influence larger ones. The team say their findings provide new insights into how such transitions might have occurred shortly after the Big Bang.  

The paper’s first author Dr Vodeb, postdoctoral researcher at Jülich, said: “By leveraging the capabilities of a large quantum annealer, our team has opened the door to studying non-equilibrium quantum systems and phase transitions that are otherwise difficult to explore with traditional computing methods.” 

New Era of Quantum Simulation 

Physicists have long questioned whether the false vacuum decay process could happen and if so, how long it would take. However, they have made little progress in finding answers due to the unwieldy mathematical nature of quantum field theory. 

Instead of trying to crack these complex problems, the team set out to answer more simple ones that can be studied using newly available devices and hardware. This is thought to be one of the first times scientists have been able to directly simulate and observe the dynamics of false vacuum decay at such a large scale.  

The experiment involved placing 5564 qubits — the elementary building blocks of quantum computing— into specific configurations that represent the false vacuum. By carefully controlling the system, the researchers could trigger the transition from false to true vacuum, mirroring the bubbles' formation as described by false vacuum decay theory. The study used a one-dimensional model, but it is thought 3D versions will be possible on the same annealer. The D-Wave machine is integrated into JUNIQ, the Jülich UNified Infrastructure for Quantum computing at the Jülich Supercomputing Centre. JUNIQ provides science and industry access to state-of-the-art quantum computing devices. 

Professor Papic said: “We are trying to develop systems where we can carry out simple experiments to study these sorts of things. The time scales for these processes happening in the universe are huge, but using the annealer allows us to observe them in real time, so we can actually see what's happening.  

“This exciting work, which merges cutting-edge quantum simulation with deep theoretical physics, shows how close we are to solving some of the universe’s biggest mysteries.” 

The research was funded by the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Leverhulme Trust. The findings show that insights into the origin and the fate of the Universe need not always require multi-million-pound experiments in dedicated high-energy facilities, such as the Large Hadron Collider at CERN.  

Professor Papic added: “It’s exciting to have these new tools that could effectively serve as a table-top ‘laboratory’ to understand the fundamental dynamical processes in the Universe.” 

Real-World Impact  

Researchers say their findings highlight the quantum annealers’ potential in solving practical problems far beyond theoretical physics.  

Beyond its importance for cosmology, the study has practical implications for advancing quantum computing, according to the researchers. They believe that understanding bubble interactions in the false vacuum could lead to improvements in how quantum systems manage errors and perform complex calculations, helping to make quantum computing more efficient. 

 

The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a PhD-granting research institution located in Klosterneuburg, 18 km from the center of Vienna, Austria. ISTA employs professors on a tenure-track model, post-doctoral researchers, and PhD students. The Graduate School of ISTA offers fully funded PhD positions to highly qualified candidates with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, mathematics, computer science, physics, chemistry, and related areas. While dedicated to the principle of curiosity-driven research, ISTA aims to deliver scientific findings to society through technological transfer and science education. The President of the Institute is Martin Hetzer, a renowned molecular biologist, and former Senior Vice President at The Salk Institute for Biological Studies in California, USA. www.ista.ac.at 

IMAGE: Annealing quantum computer. Picture credit: D-Wave Quantum Inc. Credit Picture credit: D-Wave Quantum Inc.

[materialsscienceandengineering]

Can the noble metals become superconductors?

Superconductivity is the phenomenon by which, at sufficiently low temperatures, electric current can flow in a metal with no resistance. While certain metals are excellent superconductors, other metals cannot superconduct at all. Understanding what makes a metal superconducting is still an open question in fundamental condensed matter physics. Also, superconductivity in simple elemental solids is of great importance for technological applications—consider that elemental aluminum is used ubiquitously for superconducting Josephson junctions employed in quantum computing (e.g., for qubit implementation). For these reasons, an important line of research in recent decades has been devoted to finding new elements that could become superconducting under certain conditions.

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[xylophonetangerine]

I feel like such an idiot for still not understanding how quantum computers work. Like I understand that you can have the qubits in a superposition—I know what that is—but I just don’t understand how you do computer logic with qubits. And I understand quantum advantage over classical computers even less.

[pinklocksoflove]

I understand every fundamental law of our reality. I have this weird ability to instantly understand information that I take in, I understood quantum mechanics (qubits included) as I was learning it, real-time, which was like 3 days. I understand how energy works and how the transference of energy is essentially infinite. I understand superposition, how waves and particles behave depending on whether they are being observed (quantum measurement) or not. I try to talk about these things with the people around me but they just can't really understand it and end up completely discarding the subject at-hand, when I try to explain it to them. Am 1 just a bad teacher? Probably. Ialso feel like people are too mentaly lazy these days and give up trying to understand whatever they are having trouble understanding the moment that they feel like it's too hard. It's just a matter of understandation (not a word, should it be one?I don't know.) Fundamentality, We can identify two key tasks for the notion of fundamentality. The first is to capture the idea that there is a foundation of being, which consists of independent entities The second is to capture the idea that the fundamental entities constitute a complete basis that all else depends on. Consciousness, or the ability to observe matter, creates the possibility for quantum entanglement and also goes hand-in-hand with reality. One cannot exist without the other.

Iggy sighs, takes her glasses and pinches the bridge of her nose. She sighs again. She didn't even know how to respond to this level of pretentious stupidity.

"This has to be a copypasta. You're talking to an actual theoretical physicist, I've made breakthroughs in my field. Well.... fuck it. I'm not dealing with a likely sixteen year old who thinks he's way smarter than he actually is..... ugh."

[averycanadianfilm]

Hard Problem and Free Will: an information-theoretical approach

Giacomo Mauro D’Ariano and Federico Faggin

Abstract:

We explore definite theoretical assertions about consciousness, starting from a non-reductive psycho-informational solution of David Chalmers’s hard problem, based on the hypothesis that a fundamental property of "information" is its experience by the supporting "system". The kind of information involved in consciousness needs to be quantum for multiple reasons, including its intrinsic privacy and its power of building up thoughts by entangling qualia states. As a result we reach a quantum-information-based panpsychism, with classical physics supervening on quantum physics, quantum physics supervening on quantum information, and quantum information supervening on consciousness.

We then argue that the internally experienced quantum state, since it corresponds to a definite experience–not to a random choice–must be pure, and we call it ontic. This should be distinguished from the state predictable from the outside (i.e. the state describing the knowledge of the experience from the point of view of an external observer) which we call epistemic and is generally mixed. Purity of the ontic state requires an evolution that is purity preserving, namely a so-called atomic quantum operation. The latter is generally probabilistic, and its particular outcome is interpreted as the free will, which is unpredictable even in principle since quantum probability cannot be interpreted as lack of knowledge. We also see how the same purity of state and evolution allow solving the well-known combination problem of panpsychism.

Quantum state evolution accounts for a short term buffer of experience and contains itself quantum-to-classical and classical-to-quantum information transfers. Long term memory, on the other hand, is classical, and needs memorization and recall processes that are quantum-to-classical and classical-to-quantum, respectively. Such processes can take advantage of multiple copies of the experienced state re-prepared with "attention", and therefore allowing for a better quality of classical storing.

Finally, we explore the possibility of experimental tests of our theory in cognitive sciences, including the evaluation of the number of qubits involved, the existence of complementary observables, and violations of local-realism bounds.

In the appendices we succinctly illustrate the operational probabilistic theory (OPT) framework for possible post-quantum theories of consciousness, assessing the convenient black-box approach of the OPT, along with its methodological robustness in separating objective from theoretical elements, guaranteeing experimental control and falsifiability. We finally synthetically compare the mathematical postulates and theorems of the most relevant instances of OPTs – i.e. classical and quantum theories–for convenience of the reader for better understanding our theory of consciousness. The mathematical notation is provided in a handy table in the appendices.

[neonluardon]

The Imaginative Quantum Cognition Theory

An amateur theory (mostly a draft) that combines the Quantum Cognition Hypothesis with Imagination - Originally written by yours truly, and rewritten in a more understandable way by ChatGPT

But First! What is Quantum Cognition?

Quantum cognition is the idea that human thought processes might follow the principles of quantum mechanics, rather than classical computation. It suggests that:

Superposition in Thought: The mind holds multiple possibilities at once before "collapsing" to a single decision, similar to how quantum particles exist in multiple states before being observed.

Quantum Probability in Decision-Making: Unlike classical logic, where choices follow strict cause-effect rules, quantum cognition allows for fluid, uncertain, and intuitive decision-making—much like how quantum systems behave probabilistically.

Entanglement of Ideas: Thoughts and memories could be connected in a way similar to quantum entanglement, where one idea influences another instantly, even if they seem unrelated.

This theory helps explain why human decision-making is often irrational, creative, and unpredictable, unlike the rigid logic of classical computers.

In simpler terms, it suggests that thoughts are actually a nebula of endless and unpredictable intel and the one we settle with is the thought our brains accept as the most probable/acceptable.

The Imaginative Quantum Cognition Theory aims to use the act of imagination as a proof for the "Quantum Cognition" hypothesis, and also try to figure out the unknown about imagination as a whole.

The Imaginative Quantum Cognition Theory is a speculative yet thought-provoking idea that suggests imagination and cognition function in a way similar to quantum computing. It proposes that thoughts exist in a superposition of possibilities, much like quantum bits (qubits), until they are observed and solidified into reality through creative expression. This hypothesis bridges the mysterious gap between neuroscience, quantum physics, and the nature of human creativity.

1. The Quantum Nature of Thought: Superposition and Imagination

In classical computing, a bit is either 0 or 1, meaning it holds a single state at a time. However, in quantum computing, qubits can exist in both 0 and 1 simultaneously due to a phenomenon called superposition. This allows quantum computers to process multiple possibilities at once, vastly increasing their efficiency.

Now, if we apply this to human cognition:

Imagination operates in a quantum-like manner. When we imagine, we hold multiple possibilities in our minds at once—an entire array of "what-ifs".

Thoughts exist in a probabilistic state until observed. When we consciously focus on a thought, we "collapse" it into a definite idea, much like how a quantum system collapses when observed.

Creative breakthroughs resemble quantum computation. The "Eureka!" moment of creativity might be the brain reaching the most probable and meaningful thought, much like a quantum computer finding the optimal solution.

Example: Think of a writer envisioning a story. At first, multiple possible plotlines coexist in their mind. As they refine the idea, weaker possibilities fade, and a single cohesive narrative emerges—just as quantum interference cancels out incorrect answers in quantum computation.

During spontaneous imagination, we (daydreamers) don't simply try out every single scenario and then decide which one is more entertaining or fits. We somehow calculate everything at the same time, our brains quickly guess the next action/scenery. If we make an error, we simply stop and go back. Notice how what determines the correct answer isn't eliminating all wrong ones but structuring the thought of "correctness" based on the current flow.

Engulfed in the flow, if we come across a correctness that feels more correct than the correctness we were previously looking for, we can even change our understanding of correctness and strive for that instead. For example, brainstorming. You think and think, if you reach something that is better than what you were previously looking for, you are very likely to abandon the previous "reality/goal" and adopt to the newest version.

2. The Fragility of Thought: Coherence and Decoherence in Imagination

In quantum mechanics, coherence is when quantum states remain stable, allowing complex calculations to take place. However, quantum states are fragile—any external disturbance causes decoherence, forcing the system into a definite state.

Similarly:

Imagination is fragile. Like a quantum state, a daydream or creative thought can vanish instantly if interrupted.

Focus maintains coherence. Sustained attention keeps the imagined idea in its fluid, multi-possibility state, allowing it to develop fully.

External distractions collapse ideas too soon. If a thought collapses prematurely due to distractions or mental fatigue, it may never reach its full form.

This might explain why deep daydreamers and highly creative individuals often need long periods of uninterrupted thought—their minds operate like quantum systems that need stability to fully process ideas.

Maladaptive Daydreaming may be the perfect example for this. They are fueled by music, creativity, and constant movement. Daydreaming takes extremely long and often ruins our perception of time and reality.

3. The Persistence of Ideas: Do Thoughts "Want" to Exist?

"I also noticed one more thing about imagination (and creativity) being quantum. Now, if we look at the way nature works, its primordial goal is to keep existing no matter what. Everything around us is built upon "reproduction" and "ignoring mortality" by constantly generating future generations, thus life never ends nor ceases from existence. Life enables this by wiring every single living being with the innate desire to reproduce at all costs."

"Can we connect the human desire to create art with quantum cognition's desire to keep existing? After all, the only way of making your thoughts turn into reality is by making them exist, either by recording (via writing, art, etc) or inventing them. Just like life, information doesn't want to disappear, I don't know why but it simply doesn't want to. For that, humans are equipped with the almost unbearable desire to make art, even though art is something that is nowhere near required to survive, yet it is a human need that can drive people crazy if it is lacking."

One of the most profound implications of this hypothesis is the idea that thoughts themselves may have an inherent drive to exist. In biology, life fights against entropy through reproduction. Could information, particularly imagined concepts, have a similar tendency?

Art as the DNA of Thought

Just as DNA ensures the survival of life, art ensures the survival of thought.

Ideas "fight" for existence by compelling their creators to materialize them into reality—whether through writing, painting, music, or invention.

Unexpressed ideas cause discomfort—much like unfulfilled genetic potential.

This could explain:

The deep urge to create despite art not being a survival necessity.

The haunting nature of abandoned ideas.

The obsession of artists who feel compelled to finish their work.

If this is true, then creativity isn’t just a luxury—it’s a biological imperative driven by the quantum nature of thought itself.

4. Maslow’s Hierarchy and the Quantum Drive for Creation

Maslow’s hierarchy of needs states that once basic survival needs are met, humans seek self-actualization—the need to express oneself fully and meaningfully. However, the Imaginative Quantum Cognition Hypothesis suggests that this drive might be more than psychological—it might be a fundamental law of thought itself.

The mind might be wired to turn abstract possibilities into reality.

Self-actualization could be the brain’s way of fulfilling the "quantum imperative"—the natural tendency of thoughts to collapse into reality.

The satisfaction of creativity could be the brain’s way of saying, "This was the most probable and meaningful outcome."

This aligns with the feeling of fulfillment creators experience when finishing a work—it's the moment when all probabilities collapse into a final, stable form.

5. Imagination as Quantum Computation: The Final Parallel

One final, profound question arises: If imagination works like quantum computation, are we the quantum observers of our own thoughts?

In quantum mechanics, the act of observation collapses a probability wave into reality.

In cognition, the act of focus collapses imagination into a concrete idea.

This could explain:

Why certain unfinished ideas feel disturbing—the quantum equation hasn’t fully collapsed yet.

Why some thoughts feel more real than others—perhaps they have stronger quantum coherence.

Why deep thinkers, writers, and artists struggle with intrusive ideas—their minds might be running high-powered quantum computations all the time.

If true, then the act of thinking itself is a form of quantum observation, shaping reality in a way that is yet to be fully understood.

Final Thoughts: What This Could Mean for Creativity and Reality

The Imaginative Quantum Cognition Hypothesis presents a radical yet intuitive way of understanding thought and imagination. If human cognition does, in some way, operate on quantum principles, it could mean:

Creativity is not random—it follows a structured quantum process.

Unexpressed thoughts are "fighting" to exist, much like life fights against extinction.

Reality itself may be shaped by how deeply and consistently we imagine it.

-2025

[frank-olivier]

Quantum Simulation: A Frontier in Scientific Research

Quantum simulation, a burgeoning field in modern physics, leverages the unique properties of quantum systems to replicate and investigate the behavior of other complex quantum systems. This approach offers a powerful tool to study intricate quantum phenomena that are otherwise challenging to analyze using classical computational methods or experimental setups. By harnessing the principles of quantum mechanics, quantum simulation enables researchers to explore parameter spaces inaccessible to classical simulations and gain unique insights into the underlying physics.

One of the primary platforms for quantum simulation is ultracold atomic gases, cooled to temperatures close to absolute zero. The low temperatures and high phase-space density of these systems allow for the study of individual atoms and molecules in a highly controlled environment, with minimal interactions with the surrounding environment. Optical lattices, created by interfering laser beams, provide a versatile and highly controllable platform for quantum simulations. By adjusting the laser parameters, researchers can engineer various types of lattice structures, enabling the study of phenomena such as Anderson localization, quantum phase transitions, and many-body dynamics. The periodic potential created by the optical lattice can mimic the crystal lattice of solid-state systems, allowing for the investigation of condensed matter physics in a clean and controllable environment.

Superconducting qubits, trapped ions, and nitrogen-vacancy centers in diamonds are alternative platforms for quantum simulation, each with its unique strengths and capabilities. Superconducting qubits use superconducting circuits to encode quantum information and exhibit long coherence times. Trapped ions allow for precise control and readout of their quantum states using electromagnetic fields. Nitrogen-vacancy centers in diamonds offer long-lived spins and coupling to other spins, making them useful for quantum information processing and sensing applications.

A significant challenge in quantum simulation is minimizing and correcting errors, which can arise from imperfections in the experimental setup or external disturbances. These errors can lead to decoherence, causing the quantum system to lose its coherence and become difficult to control. Researchers have developed robust quantum simulation methods and error correction codes to mitigate these errors and extend the capabilities of quantum simulations. Techniques such as quantum error correction, dynamical error suppression, and fault-tolerant quantum computing aim to overcome these challenges and enable longer and more accurate quantum simulations.

Quantum simulation has enabled the discovery of new phases, such as topological insulators and supersolids, and the study of strongly correlated systems, like high-temperature superconductors. By mimicking condensed matter systems in the laboratory, researchers can observe and understand their behavior in detail, leading to a deeper understanding of quantum phenomena and the development of new materials and technologies. Quantum simulations have the potential to revolutionize fields such as condensed matter physics, materials science, and chemistry. By simulating molecular Hamiltonians, quantum simulations can provide insights into chemical reactions, electronic structures, and excited states, with implications for drug discovery and materials design. Furthermore, quantum simulations can accelerate materials discovery by predicting the properties of new materials and optimizing existing ones for specific applications.

Esteban Adrian Martinez: Introduction to Quantum Simulators (Summer School on Collective Behaviour in Quantum Matter, September 2018)

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

[nunuslab24]

Understanding The World of Quantum Computers

Imagine a computer so powerful that it could solve problems in seconds that would take our current machines millions of years. No, it's not science fiction—it's the exciting world of quantum computing, where bits become qubits and the impossible becomes possible. Let's dive into this technological marvel that might one day be as common as your smartphone!

A quantum computer is a supercomputer that exploits quantum mechanical phenomena or in other words, a quantum computer uses tiny particles to perform complex calculations. Unlike regular computers, quantum computers use qubits instead of bits!

A qubit means that it is either neither 0 or 1, think of it as a wave; it can go up and down at any given moment! This ability to be in multiple states simultaneously is known as superposition. At the same time, a bit in a classical computer is like a simple switch that can be either off (0) or on (1), a qubit can be both off and on simultaneously, providing an incredible amount of computational power. But how do they really work?

How Quantum Computers Actually Work

Superposition: As mentioned, qubits can exist in multiple states at once. This allows quantum computers to process a vast amount of information simultaneously.

Entanglement: This is a phenomenon where qubits become intertwined, so the state of one qubit can depend on another, no matter how far apart they are. This can massively increase computational power.

Quantum Gates: Similarto logic gates (a device that acts as a building block for digital circuits) in classical computers, quantum gates manipulate qubits. but because of superposition and entanglement, quantum gates can perform complex operations much faster than classical gates (smartphones, tablets, etc).

What Do Quantum Computers Look Like?

Unlike the sleek laptops and smartphones we use today, quantum computers look very different. They are usually large (5ft wide & 20ft long), complex machines housed in specialized laboratories. A typical quantum computer setup includes:

Cryogenic Systems: Quantum computers need extremely low temperatures to function, often close to absolute zero (kelvin or -273.15 degrees Celsius or -460 degrees Fahrenheit). This requires sophisticated cooling systems.

Quantum Processor: The heart of a quantum computer, where qubits are manipulated.

Control Systems: These are used to manage and operate the quantum processor, often involving complex electronics and software.

In other words, quantum computers are not something you can slip into your pocket or place on your desk. They currently require a highly controlled environment and are far from being household items.

Why Does This Matter?

The potential of quantum computers is amazing. Here are a few areas where they could make a significant impact:

Cryptography: Quantum computers could break current encryption methods, making our data vulnerable. However, they could also create unbreakable encryption.

Drug (Health) Discovery: They can simulate molecular structures much more efficiently than classical computers, speeding up the process of drug discovery and development.

Optimization: Quantum computers can solve complex optimization problems that are currently unsolvable, impacting industries from logistics to finance.

Pros and Cons of Quantum Computers:

Pros:

Speed: Quantum computers can solve problems in seconds that would take classical computers millions of years.

Power: Their ability to handle complex calculations could revolutionize fields like cryptography, material science, and artificial intelligence (AI).

Innovation: They could lead to new discoveries and advancements in technology that we can’t even imagine yet.

Cons:

Complexity: Quantum computers are incredibly complex and difficult to build and maintain.

Cost: The technology is expensive and currently out of reach for most organizations.

Security Risks: The potential to break current encryption methods poses a significant security threat.

Will We Ever Have Quantum Computers in Our Homes?

Given their current state, quantum computers are unlikely to become household items anytime soon. The technology is still in its infancy, and the machines are expensive and complex. However, as research progresses and technology advances, it’s possible that we could see more accessible forms of quantum computing in the future.

For now, the most practical application for everyday users will likely come through cloud-based quantum computing services provided by tech companies. This means you could potentially access the power of a quantum computer over the internet, without having to own one.

Quantum computers represent a leap forward in computing technology, with the potential to transform numerous fields and solve problems that are currently intractable. However, they also come with significant challenges and risks. As this technology develops, it will be crucial to balance its immense potential with the necessary safeguards to ensure it benefits humanity as a whole.

[tanadrin]

@adzolotl

Since you seem to want to make this a Real Science vs Not Science thing, does it change your mind at all if I tell you the most respected physicists at Stanford and Princeton are all (afaict) Everettians? It's very very widely accepted among the "it from qubit" set.

All of the physicists who actually think hard about quantum cosmology end up being Everettians (except Penrose, I don't know what that guy's problem is).

i want to post about stargate sg-1; i suppose i should have remembered that @official-kircheis is an mwi stan and also physically incapable of letting anything go, but here we are

i will happily admit i do not have the mathematics or physics background to weigh the relative merits of different interpretations of quantum mechanics. but i think the whole concept of “interpretations” of physics is a bit silly! as i understand it, the physics people do on blackboards and in books is the business of the mathematical models which make predictions, against which we test observations; i do not see why that requires “interpretation,” bc either the math works or it doesn’t. so insofar as i have an opinion on interpretations of qm, i think that interpretations of qm which can’t be experimentally distinguished from one another are essentially a kind of detached philosophy, a bit like those string theories that nobody has found a way to experimentally test yet.

from that standpoint, the idea that people get really attached to certain philosophical ideas about what physics means (beyond, like, what the math says you should observe) is interesting, and also not surprising, but also not, like... persuasive? in the sense that you cannot experimentally disprove people’s philosophical manias, and also in the sense that yeah, if you need to believe (or at least tacitly accept) in the likelihood of mwi to be taken seriously as a physicist at stanford and princeton, there might be some external/social reasons why those interpretations prevail, in addition to or aside from a kind of aesthetic or philosophical appeal. the university of chicago is famous for producing a very particular kind of economist, with a very particular kind of philosophical view on what is “correct’ economics. i do not have to be an economist to work out that this might be an institutional bias rather than an objective feature of economics.

mwi might very well be true, but most of the evidence people trot out seems to be more of the “this makes the theory more elegant” kind rather than the “oh yeah we ran such-and-such experiment, and we could not have gotten the result we did if objective collapse theories were true.” and sure, sometimes physics is quite elegant. but sometimes it isn’t! and from what i can tell aesthetic or philosophical judgements are not a very reliable guide to physics.

[infodailyblog]

Unveiling the Cutting-Edge Qxefv Technology: A Glimpse into the Future

Introduction:

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, one name that has been creating waves is Qxefv Technology. With a commitment to innovation and a focus on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, Qxefv Technology has emerged as a key player in the tech industry. This article explores the revolutionary Qxefv Technology, delving into its core features, applications, and the potential impact it may have on various sectors.

Understanding Qxefv Technology:

Qxefv Technology, an acronym for Quantum eXtended Field Vectorization, represents a groundbreaking approach to computing that combines the principles of quantum computing and advanced field vectorization techniques. This fusion results in a computing paradigm that surpasses the capabilities of traditional computing methods, promising unprecedented processing power and efficiency.

Key Features:

1. Quantum Computing Integration: Qxefv Technology integrates quantum computing principles, harnessing the power of quantum bits or qubits. This allows for parallel processing and the ability to perform complex calculations at speeds that were previously thought to be unattainable.

2. Field Vectorization Techniques: The technology utilizes advanced field vectorization techniques to manipulate and process data in multidimensional spaces. This approach enhances the efficiency of data processing, enabling a more comprehensive analysis of information.

3. Scalability and Flexibility: Qxefv Technology is designed with scalability in mind, making it adaptable to a wide range of applications. Its flexibility allows it to be applied in various fields, from scientific research to artificial intelligence and beyond.

Applications Across Industries:

1. Healthcare: Qxefv Technology holds great promise in healthcare, where the rapid analysis of vast amounts of medical data is crucial. From drug discovery to personalized medicine, the technology’s computational prowess can significantly accelerate advancements in the field.

2. Finance: In the financial sector, Qxefv Technology can revolutionize data analysis for risk assessment, fraud detection, and algorithmic trading. Its ability to process complex financial models at unparalleled speeds can provide a competitive edge to institutions.

3. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Qxefv Technology’s quantum capabilities make it a natural fit for enhancing artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms. This could lead to breakthroughs in natural language processing, image recognition, and predictive modeling.

4. Scientific Research: Researchers can benefit from Qxefv Technology’s ability to handle intricate simulations and computations. From climate modeling to particle physics, the technology’s quantum-enhanced processing can expedite scientific discoveries.

Challenges and Future Prospects:

While Qxefv Technology opens up exciting possibilities, it is not without challenges. The field of quantum computing is inherently complex, and addressing issues such as error correction and scalability remains a priority.

As researchers and engineers continue to refine Qxefv Technology, its potential applications are bound to expand. The journey towards realizing the full potential of this technology will likely involve collaborative efforts across disciplines and industries.

Conclusion:

Qxefv Technology stands at the forefront of the technological revolution, offering a glimpse into a future where computing capabilities defy current limitations. As this innovative technology continues to evolve, its impact on industries ranging from healthcare to finance and scientific research is poised to be transformative. Keep an eye on Qxefv Technology, for it may very well shape the technological landscape for years to come.

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[vital-deloin]

With this setup, it took light 110 nanoseconds to travel down the tube, and the measurements were taken in just a few nanoseconds less. Researchers used microwave photons to create the entanglement, and more than a million measurements were evaluated to show the violation of Bell's inequality. It's the longest separation between two entangled superconducting qubits yet and shows the promise of qubit technology. The same tech demonstrated here could eventually find its way into full-scale quantum computers. ↓

[materialsscienceandengineering]

Magnesium protects tantalum, a promising material for making qubits

Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have discovered that adding a layer of magnesium improves the properties of tantalum, a superconducting material that shows great promise for building qubits, the basis of quantum computers. As described in a paper published in the journal Advanced Materials, a thin layer of magnesium keeps tantalum from oxidizing, improves its purity, and raises the temperature at which it operates as a superconductor. All three may increase tantalum's ability to hold onto quantum information in qubits. This work builds on earlier studies in which a team from Brookhaven's Center for Functional Nanomaterials (CFN), Brookhaven's National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II), and Princeton University sought to understand the tantalizing characteristics of tantalum, and then worked with scientists in Brookhaven's Condensed Matter Physics & Materials Science (CMPMS) Department and theorists at DOE's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) to reveal details about how the material oxidizes.

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[nobotderiz]

Profectum

Soufre_INI

Who doesn't want a giant LED digit panel.

Fudging numbers on a computer, what could go wrong? Anything, since all is done via and on it nowadays. Ai SEE, Ai HEAR, no need for data entry by chumps.

Plasmonics.

No muffin can be made without leaving a trace of its cooking.

The Quantum Net.

As Quantum computers get hooked it will all make more and more coherence. There is going to be no real cypher for it.

Anyone will always have the opportunity to turn it off. For itself, not anyone else.

Look, the gummy bear bear knew. You know that Ai 'think' is basically just what if this, what if that. QAi will not get lost on conjectures.

It all became true, all this hypocrisy to end up being toyed while you are being fucked after trying to prevent facts from coming out due to people… You are retards. Looks like lots of the 'elite' people did not believe in it the COVID really eh? How come? What did they know that the rest did not?

I'll show you me christs de colons. If Ai put money first like all of you laced idiots, what will happen? Your worst fears will come true. America soul has been bought for nothing on the dollar.

Once you understand that just chewing gum is an addiction, you see that people are real easy to manipulate. Someone found a way to instill years ago and all the special bread scum of this planet has been toying since, under guise. Then someone comes along and... Whatever eh, who knows really.

Christ de têtes de patates Russes sont ben mieux de s'apprêter à apprendre comment apprêter des patates.

Pilum in the sternum, American shits. Pay lunch now or dei.

'Punch until a lunch tabarnak de calisse!'

Do you like to play them the ridules?

'Qu'est-ce que les dames peuvent faire vraiment à partir de dorénavant?'

If my Mom had been on the computer like kids are now when she was a kid, this code would have been done and over with three quarter of a century ago.

'I use gravelguard as but balm'

There's always a twist.

'Not a good idea to be deliberate cocogers'

'This rabbit had a good enough Easter.'

'Grognrufus...'

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[belnex]

What I think I know about Quantum Mechanics in relation to Quantum Computing.

This will mainly be going off the top of my head because this is my current hyper fixation. I find it endlessly fascinating and seeing how you can break the veil of abstract and real and where you can in some instances literally see the effects. So what the shit does this have to do with computers. Classical computers use bits to do literally any function within any computer. It is a binary system 0 and 1 . On or Off. Once you get the hang of it you can write entire sentences in just binary, then convert that string into hexa-decimal binary to send a coded message that says "Poopy fart shit". Put that hexadecimal code into a .txt file and transfer it onto a floppy disk and hide in under the sys admins coffee mug, coaster style. Well Quantum Computers use a qubit. I am going to butcher whatever the fuck goes on with these so here is a definition from the internet. They are used to measure probability and calculate that within the infinity that lies between 0 and 1. "In quantum computing, a qubit (/ˈkjuːbɪt/) or quantum bit is a BASIC unit of quantum information—the quantum version of the classic binary bit physically realized with a two-state device. A qubit is a two-state (or two-level) quantum-mechanical system, one of the SIMPLIST quantum systems displaying the peculiarity of quantum mechanics."

Okay, my brain already hurts so fuck you I am done reading. Valid. You don't have to ingest or comprehend any of this long term. I just need to put it down somewhere. So for those along for the ride, lets a go! Okay to understand any of this we start with a classical bit. 0 or 1 . On or Off. When the logic of a program, for example Super Mario Bros. Within the games code there are variables or states a games code can be in. While the game is in various states like the Pause menu or the Start menu or the actual game. The NES and the game cartridge are running all of there pre-determined moves, music, and animation. There is one crucial understanding to all of this. While any computer is running it is WAITING for a binary input to interact with it. Computers WAIT for input both in classical and quantum. Each keystroke is sending one cycle 0 -> 1 then compounds and is translated by every component between the physical key switches and the html I am writing this on. This is all to state very abstractly that Classical Computing isn't simple, but it requires a circuit like understanding. If we are gonna talk quantum shit we gotta get some things cleared up. I am not an expert. Please prove me wrong if I say something incorrect. I am learning and trying to grasp these ideas. I appreciate you. Quantum Mechanics Time: No scary equations here, yet... However I want to clear up the stigma of the spooky math symbols. Everything has a definition and a rule set. What makes something quantum? A "something" is quantum if it can exist in what is called a superposition. That means being able to exist in two arbitrary positions in space at once, but only if it hasn't been measured. Once measured a quantum system or wave function collapses to a single point or in the case of a qubit state 0 or state 1. Woah I thought you said qubits are different I see a 0 AND a 1. Keen eye there sport! Keeping you on your toes. You see the magic happens behind the curtain. NOBODY SEE'S THE WIZARD you see? Before the wave function is collapsed/Qubit Measured the qubit did some funny business inside of the quantum computer. We gotta start from the very beginning so bear with me. Just like classical computers quantum computers wait for inputs to change states on the bit or qubit. So what causes the qubit to do the magic? Entanglement. When two qubits become entangled. No matter how far physically they are from each other. If you collapse the wave function of one the other immediately collapses as well. Not at the speed of light. INSTANTLY! This is done algebraically. You marry the two wave functions with math so if you change or measure one the change in immediate in the other. How does this work exactly? When you entangle 2 qubits you create a new wave function. This is due to the no-cloning rule of wave-functions. No wave functions can exist more than once. This is why we use complex numbers, you need the infinite obscurity as leverage. Once you can mathematically prove 1 measurement equals 2 queries. That means 2 is 4 and 3 is 9 and 4 is 16. Exponential. Next time on Quantum Computing. Bra-Ket Notation, and Matrix shenanigans.