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Singapore to set up first quantum computer for commercial use in 2026

A rendering of the quantum computer that will be set up in 2026, under a new partnership between the National Quantum Office and US-based firm Quantinuum.
A rendering of the quantum computer that will be set up in 2026, under a new partnership between the National Quantum Office and US-based firm Quantinuum.

Our distracting devices are killing office productivity

Anyone using apps for basic organisation must run a gauntlet of distractions before they can answer the simplest questions about what needs doing. 
Anyone using apps for basic organisation must run a gauntlet of distractions before they can answer the simplest questions about what needs doing. 

Microsoft wants us talking to Windows 11 with new AI features

the new update includes the ability to summon Microsoft's Copilot assistant by saying "Hey, Copilot".
the new update includes the ability to summon Microsoft's Copilot assistant by saying "Hey, Copilot".

Trio wins Nobel Prize in physics for quantum mechanical tunnelling

John Clarke, Michel H Devoret and John M. Martinis are announced this year's Nobel Prize winners in Physics, by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences at a press conference in Stockhom, Sweden October 7, 2025. TT News Agency/Christine Olsson via REUTERS
John Clarke, Michel H Devoret and John M. Martinis are announced this year's Nobel Prize winners in Physics, by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences at a press conference in Stockhom, Sweden October 7, 2025. TT News Agency/Christine Olsson via REUTERS

Microsoft offers no-cost Windows 10 lifeline

Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 on Oct 14, a move that has drawn criticism from consumer advocacy groups.
Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 on Oct 14, a move that has drawn criticism from consumer advocacy groups.

The perils of vibe coding with AI

AI companies want to prove productivity gains — but AI coding runs the risk of inbuilt problems.
AI companies want to prove productivity gains — but AI coding runs the risk of inbuilt problems.

Passwords under threat as tech giants seek tougher security

Passwords are often weak and people re-use them across different online services, said cybersecurity experts.
Passwords are often weak and people re-use them across different online services, said cybersecurity experts.

OCBC to work with local varsities to boost fraud detection, data security using quantum tech

The research collaborations between OCBC and the local universities were inked on July 17, and witnessed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information's chief quantum advisor David Koh (centre).
The research collaborations between OCBC and the local universities were inked on July 17, and witnessed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information's chief quantum advisor David Koh (centre).

AI slows down some experienced software developers, study finds

The study found that using AI increased task completion time by 19 per cent.
The study found that using AI increased task completion time by 19 per cent.

US indicts Russian accused of ransomware attacks

FILE PHOTO: A hand is seen on a laptop with binary code displayed on the screen in front of a Russian flag in this picture illustration created on August 19, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A hand is seen on a laptop with binary code displayed on the screen in front of a Russian flag in this picture illustration created on August 19, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2025 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.