SMRTR Science & EngineeringFeb 18, 2026Live Science

Microsoft can now store data for 10,000 years on everyday glass thanks to laser breakthrough

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Microsoft scientists enabled ordinary kitchen glass to store terabytes of data for over 10,000 years using advanced lasers. This breakthrough replaces expensive specialized materials, making long-term data storage more commercially viable.

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