The recent breakthrough in quantum computing research has unveiled a revolutionary discovery – the world’s first multiple Majorana zero modes (MZMs) in a single vortex of the superconducting topological crystalline insulator SnTe. Led by Prof. Junwei Liu from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), alongside Prof. Jinfeng Jia and Prof. Yaoyi Li
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In a recent analysis, data journalist Ben Welsh discovered that a significant number of news websites are blocking AI web-crawling bots, such as Applebot-Extended and Google-Extended. These bots play a vital role in gathering information for search engines and other platforms. However, the decision to block them has raised questions about the impact on news
With Christmas fast approaching, Google is gearing up for the holiday marketing push by introducing a range of updates for businesses using Google Merchant Center. One of the key updates includes new product trend insights, which will provide valuable information on key shopping search and purchase trends. This feature will highlight what’s currently popular, allowing
SpaceX is on the brink of embarking on an unprecedented mission called Polaris Dawn, a journey that will see four astronauts soar into orbit aboard the Crew Dragon capsule. Spearheaded by private astronaut Jared Isaacman, this mission is set to break boundaries in space exploration. Alongside Isaacman, the crew includes retired US Air Force fighter
In recent years, the internet, especially social media platforms, has experienced a rapid expansion. This growth has empowered individuals to create and share content of their choosing, regardless of its appropriateness. Unfortunately, this freedom has also led to the proliferation of hate speech – offensive language or threats directed at individuals based on various factors
The advancements in rechargeable battery technology are crucial for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in today’s society. While nickel (Ni) and cobalt (Co) based batteries have dominated the market, their high cost and sustainability issues have raised concerns. The use of lithium/manganese (Li/Mn) based materials in batteries presents a promising solution to these
In a groundbreaking study conducted by the University of Trento and the University of Chicago, a new approach to understanding the interactions between electrons and light has been proposed. This research has the potential to significantly impact the development of quantum technologies and the discovery of novel states of matter. The findings of this study
Imagine a website that requests access to your webcam, displaying a close-up of your face with the background cropped out. You are then prompted to close your eyes until you hear a chime, at which point you open them to be connected with a stranger who is also participating in this eye-contact game. This is
The discovery of the heaviest “anti-nuclei” by an international team of physicists at the Brookhaven National Lab has shed light on the world of antimatter. Antimatter, a concept less than a century old, was first theorized by physicist Paul Dirac in 1928. It was believed to be the counterpart of matter, with particles possessing opposite
The concept of the photoelectric effect, first introduced by Albert Einstein over a century ago, has continued to intrigue scientists and researchers in the field of quantum mechanics. Recently, a team of scientists from the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory delved deeper into this phenomenon, shedding light on the intricate dynamics of electron-electron