Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 07/24 – The US Has A Quantum Internet Plan
Jul 24, 2020
The podcast dives into Twitter's security struggles, questioning if too many people affect its operational security. Intel faces another delay with its next-gen chips, pushing timelines further back. Excitingly, the U.S. unveils plans for a potentially unhackable quantum internet. AT&T rolls out its nationwide 5G network, signaling big changes in connectivity. The discussion also touches on risky trading practices, especially for new investors on platforms like Robinhood, and debates around a possible ban on TikTok that could reshape online freedoms.
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Twitter's Security Vulnerability
- Over 1,000 Twitter staff and contractors had access to internal tools that could change account settings.
- This large number of individuals with such access poses a significant security risk.
Intel's Chip Delay
- Intel is delaying its 7nm CPUs by six months, now 12 months behind schedule.
- They will outsource some production to third-party foundries, impacting their GPU release timeline.
Quantum Internet Plan
- The US government is developing a quantum internet for secure communication using quantum mechanics.
- This project will involve the Energy Department and its national labs, but funding details are unclear.