Future Compute

The fundamental nature of computing is changing. AI, neuromorphic chips, edge computing, 5G, quantum computing, and the internet of things are making it possible to solve problems in entirely new ways and unleash new business opportunities. But they could also create new security risks or even move the balance of geographical power. Read up on the technology before the conference!

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And no, super-powerful computers are not about to take over

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As soon as the power turns on, hackers can gain an advantage.

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How it works, why it’s so powerful, and where it’s likely to be most useful first

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In an exclusive interview with MIT Technology Review, Pichai explains why quantum computing could be as important for Google as AI.

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Shrinking transistors have powered 50 years of advances in computing—but now other ways must be found to make computers more capable.

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Machine learning provides an entirely new way to tackle one of the classic problems of applied mathematics.

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MIT researchers have found new ways to cure headaches in manufacturing carbon nanotube processors, which are faster and less power hungry than silicon chips.

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The race is on to create new ways to protect data and communications from the threat posed by super-powerful quantum computers.

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A startup called Quantum Circuits is networking mini quantum devices together to create computers it will claims will be easier to scale up than rival machines.

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The pioneer behind a new national plan says it could help the US compete—and address a looming shortage of quantum engineers.

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The two countries are vying to create an exascale computer that could lead to significant advances in many scientific fields.

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The technology used to build America’s new Summit machine will also help us make the leap to exascale computing.

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The country has struggled for decades to build a competitive semiconductor industry. In making specialized AI chips, though, it’s got a head start.

Future Compute

Here’s what quantum supremacy does—and doesn’t—mean for computing

Google’s new chip design protects the cloud where it’s most vulnerable

Explainer: What is a quantum computer?

Google CEO Sundar Pichai on achieving quantum supremacy

Moore’s Law Is Dead. Now What?

A neural net solves the three-body problem 100 million times faster

The world’s most advanced nanotube computer may keep Moore’s Law alive

Explainer: What is post-quantum cryptography?

The key to more powerful quantum computers could be to build them like Legos

US takes first step toward a quantum computing workforce

The US may have just pulled even with China in the race to build supercomputing’s next big thing

The world’s most powerful supercomputer is tailor made for the AI era

China has never had a real chip industry. Making AI chips could change that.

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