SMRTR TechMar 13, 2025Interesting Engineering

World-first: US quantum computer solves problem million years faster than supercomputer

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A quantum computer solved a magnetic materials problem in minutes that would take a supercomputer a million years. D-Wave's Advantage 2 prototype demonstrated quantum supremacy on a real-world useful problem, showcasing the potential of quantum computing for tackling complex scientific challenges.

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