Google's Willow Quantum Chip Claims Universe-Spanning Computing Power
Google unveils its revolutionary Willow quantum processor, claiming it can perform calculations that would take traditional supercomputers 10 septillion years. The breakthrough highlights quantum computing's potential while experts note current limitations and the need for validation.
AMD's El Capitan Shatters World Supercomputer Record with 1.7 Exaflops
The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory unveils El Capitan, the world's fastest supercomputer powered by AMD MI300A processors, delivering an unprecedented 1.742 exaflops performance. This $600 million system will support nuclear stockpile maintenance and advanced scientific research.
NVIDIA's GPU Powerhouse Uncovers Largest Known Prime Number
A researcher using NVIDIA technology has discovered the largest known prime number, with 41 million digits. This groundbreaking find, part of the Great Internet Mersenne Prime Search, showcases the immense power of modern supercomputers in advancing mathematical knowledge.
Oracle's Zettascale Supercluster: A Closer Look at 4-Bit Performance Claims
Oracle announces a 2.4 zettaFLOPS supercomputer cluster, but the impressive figure is based on 4-bit precision. We examine the nuances of this claim and its implications for AI and supercomputing performance metrics.
Japan's Quantum Leap: Building the World's First Zeta-Class Supercomputer
Japan plans to construct 'Fugaku Next', a supercomputer 1,000 times more powerful than current systems, starting in 2025. This ambitious project aims to revolutionize AI research but faces significant energy and cost challenges.