Quantum Teleportation Over the Internet: Science or Sci-Fi Reality?
Beaming humans might still be sci-fi, but teleporting quantum states through fiber-optic cables is now a groundbreaking reality. Is this the dawn of a quantum-connected internet or just another overhyped experiment?
Researchers at Northwestern University have teleported a quantum state over 30 kilometers of fiber-optic cable amid dense internet traffic, a feat previously deemed impossible.
This breakthrough paves the way for a unified quantum and classical internet, where quantum communication coexists with traditional data streams. Using precise scattering minimization techniques, the team preserved a single photon's state while navigating 400 gigabits-per-second of data traffic.
This innovation could revolutionize encryption, sensing, and computing, offering a glimpse into the potential of a quantum internet without requiring new infrastructure.
If quantum internet becomes a reality, how will it reshape industries and redefine security? Share your thoughts below—what excites or concerns you about this leap?
Read the full article on Science Alert.
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