India’s First Quantum Valley Amaravati has been designated as the site for India’s first Quantum Valley under the Amaravati Quantum Valley Declaration (AQVD), officially approved by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. The initiative seeks to transform Amaravati into a global hub for quantum technologies in alignment with India’s National Quantum Mission. What is the Quantum Valley Initiative? Aspect Details Location The Quantum Valley will be developed in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. Declaration The initiative is based on the Amaravati Quantum Valley Declaration (AQVD). Main Objective To establish a global hub for advanced quantum technologies and innovation. National Alignment Closely aligned with…
13 May, 2026
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Project Waterworth On 15th February 2025, Facebook owner Meta announced Project Waterworth, an ambitious plan to build a 50,000 km-long undersea cable network, surpassing Earth’s circumference, to enhance global connectivity and support AI development. The project aims to strengthen the global digital highway through new subsea infrastructure and faster high-capacity data transfer systems. Key Features of Project Waterworth Aspect Details Network Length A planned 50,000 km-long undersea cable network. Global Connectivity The project will connect five major continents, including the US, India, Brazil, and South Africa. Main Objective To enhance global digital infrastructure and accelerate AI innovation. Oceanic Corridors The…
25 April, 2026
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Ironwood: 7th-Generation TPU for AI Workloads Google recently introduced Ironwood, its seventh-generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU), designed specifically to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) models. Ironwood is the latest advancement in Google’s AI-focused hardware line, building on a legacy that started with the first TPU in 2015. What are Processing Units? Processing units are the “brains” of computers, handling tasks such as calculations, sending texts, or taking photos, similar to how the human brain manages different activities. CPU, GPU and TPU: Key Differences Component Description Key Feature CPU Central Processing Unit A general-purpose processor developed in the 1950s; manages a wide…
25 April, 2026
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QpiAI-Indus Quantum Computer On 14th April 2025, QpiAI, one of the eight startups selected under India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM), announced the launch of QpiAI-Indus, a 25-qubit superconducting quantum computer, on World Quantum Day 2025. The launch marks a major milestone in India’s efforts to develop indigenous quantum computing capabilities and strengthen the national quantum ecosystem. Key Features of QpiAI-Indus Aspect Details System Name QpiAI-Indus. Quantum Capacity A 25-qubit superconducting quantum computer. Full-Stack Capability India’s first full-stack quantum computing system. Integrated Components Integrates quantum processors, scalable control, AI-enhanced software, and Quantum-HPC platforms for hybrid computing. Launch Occasion Announced on World…
25 April, 2026
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India Demonstrates Quantum Entanglement-Based Secure Communication On 16th June 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and IIT Delhi successfully demonstrated India’s first free-space quantum secure communication over a distance exceeding 1 km using quantum entanglement. The demonstration marks an important step in developing highly secure communication systems for defence, strategic communication, banking, and critical infrastructure. Key Achievement Aspect Details Institutions Involved DRDO and IIT Delhi. Communication Type Quantum key distribution (QKD) using quantum entanglement through a free-space optical link. Demonstration Site Conducted through a free-space optical link on the IIT Delhi campus. Distance Covered Successfully demonstrated over a…
25 April, 2026
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Hybrid Stochastic Computing In a global first, China has recently begun large-scale deployment of non-binary AI chips developed using a novel Hybrid Stochastic Number (HSN) computing method. The technology aims to improve AI hardware efficiency by combining the strengths of binary and stochastic computing approaches. What’s Special about Hybrid Stochastic Computing? Computing Method Description Key Characteristic Binary Logic Traditional computing approach based on exact binary calculations. Very accurate but consumes a large amount of power. Stochastic Logic Uses signal patterns and probability-based representation instead of exact values. Saves energy but may not always provide precise outputs. Hybrid Method (HSN) Combines…
25 April, 2026
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‘Project Suncatcher’ On 6th November 2025, Google revealed Project Suncatcher, an ambitious research initiative exploring the creation of solar-powered, satellite-based AI data centres in orbit, marking a major shift toward off-planet computing infrastructure. The project seeks to combine artificial intelligence infrastructure, space technology, and clean-energy innovation to address the growing energy demands of modern AI systems. Why Project Suncatcher is Important Area Significance AI Energy Demand Aims to address the massive energy and cooling requirements of modern AI data centres. Environmental Concerns Terrestrial data centres strain power grids, consume millions of litres of water, and contribute to carbon emissions. Space-Based…
25 April, 2026
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Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) services nationwide to improve call connectivity for users facing weak or inconsistent mobile network coverage. The service is expected to strengthen telecom accessibility, especially in indoor locations and areas with poor cellular signal strength. What is Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi)? Aspect Details Full Form VoWiFi stands for Voice over Wi-Fi. Alternate Name Also known as Wi-Fi Calling. Main Function Allows users to make and receive voice calls and send SMS using a Wi-Fi connection. Network Dependency Works through Wi-Fi instead of relying solely on cellular…
25 April, 2026
IT & Computers