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Quantum error correction goes well beyond breakeven

Ars Technica Oct 20, 2026, 9:08 PM (3 hours ago)

A demo of error-corrected qubits shows big reductions in errors as they grow.

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SpaceX will try catching Starship and its booster for first time, Musk says

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said the company would attempt to catch Starship and its booster next month, with the goal of recovering the entire orbital launch system for the first time.

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Judge tosses sexual abuse lawsuit from Sam Altman’s sister

A lawsuit brought by the OpenAI CEO’s sister was dismissed after Anne Altman refused a medical exam.

Engadget 33 minutes ago

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A New Rocco Smart Fridge Just Dropped. So Did the Prices (2026)

Save $100 on the new Essential or $200 on the original, and give your holiday drinks a place of their own.

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Snap is paying Robert Downey Jr. to do the Iron Man thing

Snap has a new brand ambassador for its Specs AR glasses: Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr.

The Verge 54 minutes ago

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Archaeologists Thought Malta’s Mysterious Stone ‘Railways’ Were Prehistoric. The Evidence Tells a Different Story

Archaeologists have long contested the true origins of the numerous trails carved into the bedrocks of the Maltese archipelago. The answer may not be as mysterious as some hoped.

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Oura adds two new cardiovascular health tracking features to its smart rings

Oura is introducing two new cardiovascular-focused health tracking features to its smart rings designed to help users better understand the effect regular workouts and exercise are having on their long-term health, and whether they need to ramp it up or dial things down.

The Verge 1 hour ago