Physicist Paul Davies looks back at the past century of quantum mechanics—the most disruptive theory in the history of modern science.

Quantum computing might seem like “just another” new technology, like the internet, cloud computing and AI. In fact, it’s something rather different – more similar to the leap forward from the ...

C&EN’s latest podcast, Inflection Point, leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science today back to their disparate and surprising roots. In each episode, we explore three ...

Although artificial intelligence (AI) has been Wall Street's biggest multiyear catalyst, it wasn't the hottest stock market trend in 2025. That title belongs to the rise of quantum computing. Where to ...

Back in the 1920s, quantum mechanics, which is the theory that underpins everything from how atoms behave to how quantum computers work, was well on the way to gaining mainstream acceptance. But one ...

Artificial intelligence has taken center stage in the enterprise landscape. Whether looking at the pace of adoption of AI in companies’ product suites, how frequently AI is popping up as an in-demand ...

Shares of Wall Street's pure-play quantum computing darlings -- IonQ, Rigetti Computing, D-Wave Systems, and Quantum Computing, Inc. -- have soared 620% to 5,710% over the trailing year. History is ...

Companies announce first quantum computer in the Middle East dedicated to industrial applications Technological milestone will accelerate development of quantum applications in the energy, materials ...