quantum computer
noun
: a computer that takes advantage of the quantum properties of qubits to perform certain types of calculation extremely quickly compared to conventional computers
quantum computing
noun
A "geek at heart," Samet, 34, is fascinated by quantum computing, a still-emerging field that involves the behavior of subatomic particles in computing.
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Materials with high entanglement could become the backbone of future quantum computers or ultra-secure communication networks.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026
The Quantum Moonshot program’s mission is to build a quantum computer that can be scaled to millions of qubits.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2026
Rigetti was not yet close to being able to sell a usable quantum computer.
—Ronan Farrow, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Fully functional quantum batteries could eventually power quantum computers or small conventional electronic devices.
—New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2026
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Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026
The Quantum Moonshot program’s mission is to build a quantum computer that can be scaled to millions of qubits.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2026
Rigetti was not yet close to being able to sell a usable quantum computer.
—Ronan Farrow, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Fully functional quantum batteries could eventually power quantum computers or small conventional electronic devices.
—New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2026
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