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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Quantum Machines Will Change the World of Computers

The article discusses how quantum machines are poised to revolutionize the computing world, although the full content is inaccessible due to a page loading issue.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Microsoft and AI: A Question of Sovereignty

Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, emphasizes the importance of AI and cloud technology at a recent event, reflecting on Microsoftโ€™s transformation and leadership in the tech industry.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

With 1% Market Share, A Cloud Infrastructure Market Dominated by Billions - Control Could Provide AI Competitive Advantage

Microsoft Japan is under investigation by the Japan Fair Trade Commission for possible antitrust violations, amid escalating competition in the cloud infrastructure market, directly related to AI advancements.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish quantum company IQM makes history: goes public in the United States

Finnish quantum computing company IQM has become the first of its kind to list on the stock exchange in the United States, with an estimated value of $1.8 billion.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

IQM from Finland: The first European quantum company goes public

Finnish quantum computer manufacturer IQM plans to go public this summer to raise โ‚ฌ450 million, with a valuation of $1.8 billion.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

"Zero Day" Is Getting Closer. Quantum Computers May Break Today's Encryption

The rise of quantum computers poses an imminent threat to current encryption standards, with preparations already underway in Europe and the USA to counter potential quantum attacks.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Amazonโ€™s cloud โ€˜hit by two outages caused by AI tools last yearโ€™

Amazon's cloud services experienced two significant outages last year due to its own artificial intelligence tools, raising concerns about AI reliability amid employee layoffs.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Apollo Missions to the Moon Boosted Science and Computing in the 20th Century

The Apollo missions to the Moon, conducted between 1968 and 1972, have significantly impacted the fields of science and computing, with lasting effects evident over five decades later.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

China against the West: Whoever Masters Quantum Computing Wins

The article discusses the geopolitical competition between China and the West, focusing on the development of quantum computing in China.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese scientists put quantum chaos in โ€˜slow motionโ€™

Chinese scientists have achieved a significant milestone by manipulating quantum systems to observe a stable transitional state, which may help preserve quantum information.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Amazon surpasses Walmart and becomes the world's largest company by revenue

Amazon has officially dethroned Walmart as the world's largest company by revenue, marking a significant achievement for the e-commerce and cloud computing giant.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

What is 'Pharos', the Greek AI Factory, and who will benefit from its operation?

The Pharos AI Factory, one of the European Union's 13 artificial intelligence factories, aims to provide computing power, data, and expertise to research centers, universities, and startups, with full operational capability expected by early 2026.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Random Numbers and Quantum Mechanics

A group of researchers has developed a method to generate genuinely random numbers using a computer, addressing a longstanding challenge in information technology.

Feb 18 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ten-Year Passports Dismissed

Finland's Digital and Population Data Services Agency advises against the use of ten-year passports due to security concerns related to quantum computing.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

DVV: the government's proposed ten-year passport is not yet secure

The Digi- and Population Data Agency (DVV) warns against the issuance of ten-year passports due to security risks.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Red Light for Passports

The Finnish Digi- and Population Data Authority warns that producing passports with non-quantum-resistant security features poses a significant security risk as quantum computing advances.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

"Bring the girl to check the numbers": The woman who brought humanity closer to the stars

The article details the pivotal role of a woman in the early days of America's space program, highlighting John Glenn's historic flight and the reliance on computing technology.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

80 years ago the first programmable computer in history was installed

The ENIAC, the first programmable, electronic, and digital computer, was installed at the University of Pennsylvania on February 15, 1946, marking a significant milestone in computing history.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Day the Machines Forge Their Own Religion: "Computing the Word God is Far from Seeking God"

A new app called Texto con Jesรบs allows users to engage with an AI that impersonates biblical figures, raising questions about the intersection of artificial intelligence and religion.

Feb 15 โ€ข 23:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Could the US unlock Chinaโ€™s rare earths grip with AI and quantum computing?

The article discusses how the US might challenge China's dominance in rare earth minerals through the use of AI and quantum computing to create synthetic substitutes.

Feb 15 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Can artificial intelligence feel us?

The article discusses the evolving question of whether machines can possess feelings, amid advancements in affective computing that attempts to bridge the gap between rigid numerical logic and fluid human emotions.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Car explodes outside Putinโ€™s top secret Moscow IT centre

A car exploded outside a top-secret computing center in Moscow linked to Vladimir Putin, causing significant damage but no reported injuries.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Microsoft inaugurates two AI data centers in SP

Microsoft has opened two cloud and AI data centers in Sรฃo Paulo, Brazil, as part of its substantial investment strategy in the country.

Feb 11 โ€ข 22:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Microsoft inaugurates two AI data centers in Brazil

Microsoft has inaugurated two artificial intelligence and cloud data centers in Sรฃo Paulo, Brazil, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing local and regional technology infrastructure.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Cรดte-d'Or inaugurates its 'sovereign' cloud, a first for a French department

Cรดte-d'Or has launched its own data storage system to ensure independence from foreign tech giants like Google.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

French Startups in the Race for Quantum Computers: Quandela, Photons to Revolutionize Computing

French startup Quandela is developing a miniaturized technology for manipulating light, aiming to create quantum computers with capabilities surpassing current supercomputers.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Not just AI! Now the era of these 3 technologies will come... whoever learns them will get double the package!

Experts predict a significant transformation in technology, including quantum computing and nuclear fusion, which could drastically change the job market.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Microsoft, Google revenues hit $1.6tn in 2025

Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta collectively reported revenues of $1.6 trillion in 2025, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud computing.

Feb 10 โ€ข 02:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Once Upon a Time in Digital

The article discusses the implications of quantum computing, highlighting concerns and misconceptions about its potential speed and functionality compared to digital computers.

Feb 8 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

The supercomputer Atenea, new tenant for the 'quantum mile' of Donostia, the ultratechnological boulevard

The supercomputer Atenea has been inaugurated in Donostia as part of a developing 'quantum mile', which aims to enhance local technological infrastructure with cutting-edge quantum computing facilities.

Feb 7 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Can we free Polish state institutions from Google and Microsoft?

The Polish Central Computing Centre plans to develop open-source solutions for public administration to reduce reliance on American monopolistic services like Google and Microsoft.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Amy Peek to Al Jazeera Net: "Spatial Computing" Is Reshaping Digital Realms

Amy Peek discusses the transformative impact of spatial computing in a recent interview with Al Jazeera Net.

Feb 7 โ€ข 05:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Space-computing push of Elon Muskโ€™s SpaceX shines beam on Chinaโ€™s solar supply chain

Elon Musk's ambition to develop space-based data centers has highlighted China's solar supply chain, leading to significant market movements and cautionary notes within the sector.

Feb 5 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Despite Increased Sales: Amazon Stock Loses Eight Percent

Despite a rise in revenue, Amazon's stock has fallen by eight percent due to $200 billion in investments.

Feb 5 โ€ข 21:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
World

Googleโ€™s annual revenue tops $400bn for first time, AI investments rise

Google's parent company Alphabet reported record revenue exceeding $400 billion for the first time, driven by significant investments in AI-enhanced cloud computing services.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Alphabet's Revenue Owning 'Google' Exceeds $400 Billion for the First Time

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, reported a record annual revenue of over $400 billion for the first time, driven by its search and cloud computing operations, with increased investments in AI tools.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Google parent earnings beat projections amid plans to invest deeply in AI

Alphabet reported a profit of $34.5 billion and plans to significantly increase spending on AI infrastructure in 2026, surpassing analysts' expectations.

Feb 4 โ€ข 22:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Alphabet's profits rise due to demand for cloud computing

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, reported earnings of $34.5 billion, driven by a 48% increase in cloud computing revenue, resulting in total quarterly revenues of $113.8 billion, up 18% year-over-year.

Feb 4 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

E. Musk Merges Two of His Companies: The Reason Behind the Decision Has Been Revealed

Elon Musk has merged two of his companies to create data centers in space, aiming to make AI computing more affordable within the next few years.

Feb 3 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

US Economy: Musk Merges SpaceX and xAI

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has merged his space exploration company SpaceX with his AI developer xAI to build data centers in space, a move he believes will be the most cost-effective way to generate computing power for artificial intelligence in the next two to three years.

Feb 2 โ€ข 22:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
Life & Tech

Chinaโ€™s first-of-a-kind ABF crystal creates most energized solid-state laser beam

A laboratory at the Xinjiang Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry has developed a groundbreaking ABF crystal that produces the shortest wavelength laser beam at 158.9 nanometers, potentially advancing fields like quantum computing and precision manufacturing.

Feb 2 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Carmen Palacios-Berraquero, founder of Nu Quantum: 'Quantum supremacy will be achieved soon. We must act fast'

Carmen Palacios-Berraquero, a 34-year-old physicist, is revolutionizing computing with a system that overcomes the limitations of qubit growth, predicting imminent quantum supremacy.

Feb 2 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Microsoft suffers $357 billion rout over AI spending fears

Microsoft experienced its largest stock decline in over five years, with a 10% drop this week due to concerns over record AI spending and slowing growth in its cloud business.

Jan 30 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Three-Digit Returns: The Ten Best ETFs of 2025

Investors in gold mining ETFs achieved the highest returns in 2025, while traditional gold investments and cloud computing funds did not perform as well.

Jan 27 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The cloud of Europeans will be 'made in the USA'

Amazon Web Services has officially announced the launch of a sovereign cloud solution for the European Union to enhance data security and sovereignty, with infrastructure located entirely within the EU.

Jan 16 โ€ข 06:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

"It is producing quantum weapons": what we know about the new Chinese military wild cards

China is advancing in military technology with a focus on quantum computing as a new strategic power multiplier, seeking to redefine warfare beyond traditional weapons.

Jan 15 โ€ข 13:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Amazon has its own cloud for Europe

Amazon Web Services has launched the European Sovereign Cloud to meet the demands of European governments and enhance data sovereignty in the region.

Jan 15 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Life & Tech

Surprise turn of Apple - Collaboration with Google for upgraded Siri

Apple announced a surprise partnership with Google to base its upcoming artificial intelligence products on Google's Gemini AI models and cloud computing services, shifting its strategy in the AI sector after nearly a year of delays.

Jan 13 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

An exit plan is needed when changing cloud service providers

This article emphasizes the necessity of having an exit plan when switching cloud service providers to ensure seamless transitions.

Jan 13 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

OpenAI and SoftBank Invest $1 Billion in Stargate

OpenAI and SoftBank Group are each investing $500 million in SB Energy to accelerate the development of data centers and energy infrastructure for the Stargate project, a major global initiative aimed at building the largest computing and artificial intelligence infrastructure in history.

Jan 10 โ€ข 07:23 UTC

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