QUANTUM ADVANTAGE
China's secretive Shenlong spaceplane: What the US report reveals
A newly released report by the US Defense Intelligence Agency showcases an intriguing image of China's Shenlong spaceplane operating in orbit. Notably, a second spacecraft is docked to Shenlong, prompting speculation about the spaceplane's mission and technological abilities. Concerns have been raised over China's advancing space technologies and counterspace capabilities, with whispers of potential developments in space-based weaponry that could jeopardize international satellite safety.
QClairvoyance's quantum chemistry bet: Transitioning from research to pharma partnerships
QClairvoyance Quantum Labs has performed chemically precise simulations of eight small molecules on an actual quantum computer, marking progress towards drug discovery applications.
RBI rate hikes: How short-duration funds and high-quality corporate bonds can protect your debt portfolio
Investors must position fixed income portfolio for further rate hikes. But this cycle may look different.
Semiconductor ecosystem: Made in India and designed for India
India’s competitive advantage will not come from manufacturing at China’s scale or cost. It lies in building customised devices for specific users and applications.
Decoding Eras: Virat Kohli scales 'Mount 15K' quicker than Sachin Tendulkar but comparisons unfair
Virat Kohli has achieved 15,000 ODI runs in fewer innings than Sachin Tendulkar, showcasing his batting prowess. Kohli has 55 centuries, surpassing Tendulkar's 41 in a similar number of matches. However, the game has evolved significantly since Tendulkar's era with many rule changes affecting batting conditions. Changes like new ball regulations have made scoring easier, favoring modern players like Kohli.
India working towards developing sixth-generation fighter jets: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India is developing sixth-generation fighter jets. He said modern warfare encompasses multiple domains and is not restricted to soldier versus soldier. The minister also said that India successfully conducted a flight trial of a long-range hypersonic missile as well as testing a long-duration scramjet engine.
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Rosatom showcases global nuclear leadership & ecosystem building approach
Rosatom is building nearly ninety percent of global nuclear power units under construction. The company supports partner nations in developing full-scale nuclear industries and training specialists. Rosatom's role extends to fusion energy, nuclear medicine, and quantum technologies internationally. Young Indian specialist Ayush Kotecha will join an expedition aboard a nuclear icebreaker next year. This demonstrates Rosatom's commitment to global technological advancement and youth engagement.
US watches Chinese research ships near Alaska, Arctic
The US Coast Guard is closely monitoring Chinese research vessels operating near Alaska and across the Arctic, citing potential security implications. Four Chinese vessels have been observed in the US Arctic in 2026, with officials raising concerns over seabed research and the potential dual-use of scientific data.
Odisha plans 'Silicon Valley' near Cuttack, offers 25% extra capex support for chip projects: CM Majhi
Odisha plans a new "Silicon Valley" near Cuttack to attract chip industry investments. The state will offer additional fiscal support for supply chain projects. Discussions are ongoing with several international companies for semiconductor investments. Existing projects are under construction and expansion plans are being explored.
As private wallets begin to open, India's big future bet takes off
India’s Rs 1 lakh crore RDI programme is beginning to unlock venture capital flows into deeptech, marking a shift in the country’s attempt to move from being a large technology consumer to a technology producer.
A 1,000x computing speed boost could make quantum machines more reliable by tackling one of their biggest problems; here’s how
Swedish researchers have developed a new technique for quantum operations. This method performs certain advanced operations over a thousand times faster. It significantly reduces the time needed for complex quantum calculations. This breakthrough could make quantum computers more reliable and less prone to errors. Experimental testing is now planned to confirm these theoretical findings.
GFF 2026: FM Sitharaman on India’s tech leap, demographic dividend, AI risks and road to global scale
Global Fintech Fest: Sitharaman said that India was experiencing its demographic dividend in real time, with the country’s young population increasingly translating its potential into economic momentum.
Shoma Chaudhury on why technology needs conscience, not just innovation
In today's fast-paced world, technology evolves at an unprecedented rate, affecting every aspect of human existence from birth to death. The Synapse Conclave delves deep into the pressing questions of accountability and human choice as machines become increasingly autonomous. By exploring realms like genetics, neuroscience, and cosmic innovation, the conclave illuminates potential futures and their impact on society.
Global Fintech Fest: Kissht’s Next Phase of Growth Means Becoming a Broader Financial-Services Company, Not Just a Lender
A customer base of more than 12 million, rapidly diversifying product suite, and AI integration at enterprise scale perfectly positions digital lender Kissht to become a financial services company with a broad range of products and services. The company’s Founder & CEO, Ranvir Singh, says financial prudence and deeper understanding of the customers was a necessity moving forward. He spoke to ET at the Global Fintech Fest. Read on!
India cannot build its digital economy on ‘borrowed trust’: QNu Labs CEO Sunil Gupta
India must build sovereign digital trust layers for its expanding digital economy. The nation is transitioning to quantum-safe security, moving from policy to planning. Banks are assessing their cryptographic inventory and identifying vulnerable systems. This quantum-security push is driven by both quantum risks and AI-enabled attacks.
Trump's Moon claim isn't a joke. A lunar power struggle has begun
Trump's "The Moon is Ours" post signals emerging lunar geopolitics. Nasa's Artemis program plans a permanent lunar presence, focusing on resource-rich areas. Private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin are now key players in lunar development. China and Russia are also building their own lunar infrastructure and partnerships. This competition focuses on practical control and access to lunar resources.
Rs 97,500 monthly SIP & over Rs 2 crore corpus at 62? Expert suggests portfolio rejig for NRI investor to reach Rs 3 crore goal
As retirement approaches, a non-resident Indian (NRI) investor with a target of Rs 3 crore seeks guidance from a financial expert. The advisor recommends a structured approach involving asset allocation and portfolio consolidation. The investor's assets are categorized into three groups according to their risk profiles and investment timelines. Certain mutual funds are advised for both retention and new contributions.
Canada to loan quantum startup Xanadu $140 million to build manufacturing plant
Experts have long touted quantum computers' potential to solve problems regular computers cannot and speed up scientific discoveries, but the technology remains error prone because of its extreme sensitivity to any disturbances including sound.
Next-gen silicon wave could see India leapfrog global chip giants: Experts
India’s late entry into semiconductor manufacturing could help it catch up as the industry enters a new phase driven by silicon photonics, post-quantum security and neuromorphic computing. Experts said these emerging technologies could help new entrants leapfrog established players, as AI infrastructure faces pressures on computing power, bandwidth, energy consumption and security.
In 2025, SAXON Q demonstrated a 4-qubit quantum computer running at room temperature in Germany. 2 years later, the startup opened orders for 128-qubit and 512-qubit systems that fit inside ordinary server racks
In 2025, German startup SAXON Q demonstrated a 4-qubit quantum computer that worked at room temperature. Now, the company is moving much further. It has opened orders for 128-qubit and 512-qubit quantum computers designed to fit inside standard server racks. That matters because quantum machines have long depended on complex cooling systems. SAXON Q’s approach could make quantum computing easier to install, access and use in real-world computing environments.
Scientists discover how a one-atom quantum engine can turn ‘waste’ light into useful energy
Researchers are developing new ways to understand energy in tiny quantum machines. They argue that escaping light may still perform useful work elsewhere. This work is part of a broader effort in quantum thermodynamics. Understanding energy flow is increasingly important as devices shrink. This could prevent useful energy from being automatically counted as loss.
QpiAI opens quantum processor manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, targets 10,000 physical qubits
Bengaluru-based quantum computing startup QpiAI has opened an 8-inch quantum foundry to scale production of quantum processors, with plans to reach 10,000 physical qubits. The facility forms part of its 70,000 sq ft R&D centre and will support the development of quantum-AI solutions.
India’s quantum opportunity: Turning scale into strategic advantage
India has a structural advantage in quantum computing. Its size inherently creates challenging optimisation issues, offering a practical testing ground for quantum applications.
How China’s Jiuzhang quantum computer achieved in 25.6 microseconds that classical simulation may take 10⁴² years: check out its details on world quantum day
China's Jiuzhang quantum computers are leading the global race. Jiuzhang 4.0, a photonic system, has achieved a remarkable quantum advantage. It performs complex calculations in microseconds that would take classical computers billions of years. This development highlights China's strong position in quantum technology. The nation is heavily investing in this transformative field.
IBM says 'Loon' chip shows path to useful quantum computers by 2029
Quantum computers could someday solve problems that would take classical computers thousands of years. But due to the uncertain nature of quantum mechanics, the chips are prone to errors.
Denmark aims to host world's most powerful quantum computer
The Novo Nordisk Foundation, the non-profit which controls pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, and Denmark's Export and Investment Fund (EIFO), said in a statement they would invest 80 million euros ($92.93 million) in the initiative called QuNorth.
Rigetti unveils 36-Qubit quantum breakthrough — investors go wild, stock jumps 20%
Rigetti Computing unveiled a 36-qubit modular quantum computer with 99.5% fidelity, a significant leap towards achieving quantum advantage. Investors reacted positively, driving the stock up by 14.5% as the company progresses towards its goal of a 100+ qubit system by the end of 2025. Rigetti's CEO emphasizes their lead in gate speeds and real-world data delivery.
Karnataka aims for $20 billion quantum advantage-driven economy by 2035
Karnataka is aiming to become a USD 20 billion quantum advantage-driven economy by 2035. The state government is planning a 'Quantum Task Force' and a strategic roadmap to support the quantum technology sector. The 'Quantum India Bengaluru Summit' is scheduled for July 31 and August 1.
French quantum computer startup PASQAL raises $109 million
The investment is the biggest private funding round for a quantum computer startup in Europe, according to Georges-Olivier Reymond, CEO and co-founder of PASQAL.
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