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Google's Willow Chip Completes Computation in 5 Minutes, Outpacing Supercomputers by 10 Septillion Years with 49 Qubits

Dec 12, 2024, 01:48 AM

Google has unveiled its latest quantum chip, named Willow, which can perform a complex computation in just five minutes. This task would take the most powerful supercomputer an estimated 10 septillion years to complete, surpassing the estimated age of the universe. The Willow chip builds upon Google's previous work with its Sycamore quantum processor, which featured an array of 49 qubits. The development of Willow is seen as a significant advancement in quantum computing, with potential implications for artificial intelligence and encryption technologies. Analysts suggest that this breakthrough could bring consumers closer to utilizing quantum devices that vastly exceed the capabilities of current technology.