Quantum computing has spent much of its development racing against a fundamental paradox: quantum systems can perform calculations that are difficult for classical machines, but the physical states carrying that information are extraordinarily fragile. Noise, unwanted interactions and environmental disturbances can corrupt a computation before it has finished. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have proposed a method that could address one part of this problem by...

Solid-state batteries are widely regarded as one of the most promising routes toward higher-energy, safer rechargeable energy storage. By replacing the flammable liquid electrolyte used in conventional lithium-ion cells with a solid ion-conducting material, the technology could enable lithium-metal anodes, thinner cell architectures, improved safety, and substantially greater energy density. Yet one fundamental problem continues to obstruct commercialization: lithium dendrites. Dendrites are...

Artificial intelligence is moving into a new phase in which raw model intelligence is only one part of the competitive equation. Speed, inference economics, autonomous tool use, reasoning depth, software engineering capability, and cybersecurity performance are increasingly determining which AI systems can deliver practical value at scale. Google’s introduction of Gemini 3.8 Flash and Gemini 3.8 Flash Cyber on September 2, 2026, reflects this shift, positioning the new models as specialized...