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US Researchers Teleport Quantum Light 30 Kilometers

3/28/2025

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In a groundbreaking achievement, US researchers have teleported a quantum state of light over 30 kilometers of fiber optic cable, even amidst bustling internet traffic. This remarkable feat opens the door to a future of quantum-connected networks, promising enhanced encryption and sensing capabilities without the need for new infrastructure. The findings were published in Optica.

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In a groundbreaking achievement, US researchers have teleported a quantum state of light over 30 kilometers of fiber optic cable, even amidst bustling internet traffic. This remarkable feat opens the door to a future of quantum-connected networks, promising enhanced encryption and sensing capabilities without the need for new infrastructure. The findings were published in Optica.