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Microsoft’s Majorana 1 quantum computing chip unveiled

Feb 20, 2025
Microsoft has unveiled the Majorana 1 quantum computing chip, marking a significant leap forward in technology. Researchers at Imperial College and Google are exploring the role of AI as a co-scientist, generating hypotheses to aid experiments. The new budget-friendly iPhone 16e, packed with smart features, has also been announced. Medical breakthroughs include a unique treatment using placenta tissue, along with NASA's warnings on asteroids and stunning observations from the Curiosity rover capturing colorful clouds on Mars.
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INSIGHT

Quantum Leap

  • Microsoft's Majorana One chip promises faster quantum computing.
  • This advancement could revolutionize fields from medicine to manufacturing.
ANECDOTE

AI Co-Scientist

  • Researchers used AI to replicate a scientific discovery about bacteria spreading.
  • The AI, acting as a co-scientist, achieved in 2 days what took researchers several years.
ADVICE

Using AI in Research

  • When using AI for scientific research, ask specific questions and be creative.
  • Critically evaluate AI-generated hypotheses to ensure they are meaningful.
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