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IBM's Nighthawk Chip Could Speed Up Clean Energy Breakthroughs
VideosFeb 2

IBM's Nighthawk Chip Could Speed Up Clean Energy Breakthroughs

IBM's new quantum computer can now run complex calculations 30% deeper than before, potentially cutting years off the time needed to discover better solar panels, batteries, and green hydrogen catalysts. By 2028, the company plans to scale this technology to tackle chemistry problems that today's supercomputers can't solve.

CleanTechnica3 min read
IBM's Nighthawk Chip Speeds Up Clean Energy Breakthroughs
VideosFeb 3

IBM's Nighthawk Chip Speeds Up Clean Energy Breakthroughs

IBM's new 120-qubit Nighthawk processor is purpose-built to help scientists discover better solar panels, fuel cells, and nuclear reactors faster than ever before. The quantum computer can now run complex simulations that would take traditional supercomputers years to complete.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
IBM to Triple Entry-Level Hiring Despite AI Automation
InnovationFeb 13

IBM to Triple Entry-Level Hiring Despite AI Automation

While many companies cut junior roles due to AI, IBM is doing the opposite. The tech giant plans to triple entry-level hiring in 2026, reimagining these jobs around human skills AI can't replace.

TechCrunch2 min read
IBM Quantum Computer Matches Lab Data on Magnetic Materials
InnovationMar 28

IBM Quantum Computer Matches Lab Data on Magnetic Materials

IBM's quantum computer just accurately simulated a complex magnetic crystal, matching real-world experimental data for the first time. This breakthrough could unlock mysteries in materials science that classical computers simply can't solve.

Google: scientific discovery3 min read
Korean Quantum Startups Partner with IBM in New York
InnovationMay 8

Korean Quantum Startups Partner with IBM in New York

Five South Korean quantum technology startups just gained a powerful ally in IBM, opening doors to global commercialization. The partnership could accelerate breakthroughs in everything from medical imaging to underwater navigation.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)2 min read
IBM Creates Wild New Molecule Using Quantum Computing
InnovationMar 6

IBM Creates Wild New Molecule Using Quantum Computing

Scientists at IBM just built something that shouldn't exist in nature: a molecule so weirdly twisted that it makes a Möbius strip look simple. They used quantum computers to prove what they'd created, opening new doors for molecular science.

Scientific American3 min read
IBM Quantum Computer Simulates Real Materials Accurately
InnovationMar 26

IBM Quantum Computer Simulates Real Materials Accurately

For the first time, a quantum computer has simulated real magnetic materials with accuracy matching laboratory experiments, marking a breakthrough many scientists thought was years away. The achievement opens doors to designing better superconductors, batteries, and life-saving drugs.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
IBM Quantum Computer Makes AI Smarter With Tiny Tweak
InnovationMay 25

IBM Quantum Computer Makes AI Smarter With Tiny Tweak

Scientists trained an AI model using quantum computing and dramatically improved its accuracy while adding barely any extra power. The breakthrough could make smarter AI accessible without massive data centers.

Live Science2 min read
IBM Quantum Computer Hits 98% Accuracy Record
InnovationApr 4

IBM Quantum Computer Hits 98% Accuracy Record

Scientists just achieved the most accurate quantum computing calculations ever recorded, holding near-perfect precision twice as long as previous attempts. This breakthrough could finally unlock quantum computers more powerful than today's fastest supercomputers.

Live Science2 min read
IBM and Illinois Partner on Quantum AI Supercomputing Hub
InnovationApr 22

IBM and Illinois Partner on Quantum AI Supercomputing Hub

IBM and the University of Illinois are building the world's first quantum-centric supercomputer, merging quantum processors with traditional computing to solve problems beyond today's capabilities. The five-year expansion could position Illinois as a global leader in next-generation computing innovation.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Quantum Computer Creates Most Complex Time Crystal Ever Made
InnovationJan 28

Quantum Computer Creates Most Complex Time Crystal Ever Made

Scientists used a quantum computer with 144 qubits to create the most complex time crystal ever made, marking a breakthrough that could revolutionize how we design new materials. This achievement shows quantum computers are becoming powerful tools for scientific discovery.

New Scientist3 min read
Scientists Simulate 12,635-Atom Protein Using Quantum Computing
VideosMay 6

Scientists Simulate 12,635-Atom Protein Using Quantum Computing

Scientists at Cleveland Clinic, RIKEN, and IBM just smashed through a barrier that's stumped drug researchers for decades, using quantum computers to model proteins 40 times larger than what was possible six months ago. This breakthrough could slash the decade-long timeline it currently takes to develop new medicines.

Google News - Breakthrough Discovery3 min read
India Trains 55,000 Students in Quantum Computing
InnovationJan 18

India Trains 55,000 Students in Quantum Computing

Andhra Pradesh just enrolled 55,000 students in a groundbreaking quantum computing course, creating the largest state-led quantum skills program in India. Top performers will earn internships at world-class research labs and job placements with tech giants like IBM and Google.

The Hindu3 min read
Woman Pivots from Big Tech to Startup with $70M US Success
Acts of KindnessJan 27

Woman Pivots from Big Tech to Startup with $70M US Success

Best Haputpong left IBM and HSBC to join a tiny startup changing bedsheets in Airbnbs. Today, Igloohome's digital locks power 70% of their business across America.

Google News - Startup Success2 min read
22 US Giants Back Malaysia's Race to Net-Zero by 2050
SolutionsMay 12

22 US Giants Back Malaysia's Race to Net-Zero by 2050

IBM, Micron, and Boeing are joining 20 other American companies to help Malaysia become carbon neutral by 2050. The partnership could turn the Southeast Asian nation into a green economic powerhouse.

Regional: malaysia technology (MY)2 min read
Thailand Opens Quantum Tech Hub to Lead Southeast Asia
InnovationJan 29

Thailand Opens Quantum Tech Hub to Lead Southeast Asia

Thailand just launched Southeast Asia's largest quantum technology center, partnering with IBM to transform from tech consumer to tech creator. The groundbreaking hub aims to build homegrown talent and protect the nation's digital future.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)3 min read
Scientists Create First 'Half-Möbius' Molecule
Planet WinsMar 24

Scientists Create First 'Half-Möbius' Molecule

Chemists just invented a completely new type of molecule that twists itself into a shape nobody thought was possible. This breakthrough could unlock fresh ways to design everything from life-saving drugs to advanced electronics.

Google News - Science2 min read
Microsoft Open-Sources Code from PC History's Dawn
InnovationMay 1

Microsoft Open-Sources Code from PC History's Dawn

Microsoft just released the oldest computer code from its archives, dating back to before MS-DOS even had its famous name. A dedicated team spent months transcribing the code from faded paper printouts because it predates digital storage.

Ars Technica2 min read
1980s Computer Tech Could Unlock Quantum Revolution
InnovationFeb 28

1980s Computer Tech Could Unlock Quantum Revolution

A quantum computing company is reviving forgotten superconducting technology from the 1980s to solve one of the industry's biggest challenges. The decades-old innovation could make quantum computers more powerful and efficient than ever before.

New Scientist3 min read
South Africa Trains 30,000 Youth in AI and Digital Skills
SolutionsFeb 27

South Africa Trains 30,000 Youth in AI and Digital Skills

A free skills program backed by the African Union is giving young South Africans the digital training they need to thrive as automation reshapes work. The initiative combines online courses in AI, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship with real-world mentoring and career support.

TechCabal3 min read

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