From Beijing to Stellenbosch: quantum signal travels 12 900km

From Beijing to Stellenbosch: quantum signal travels 12 900km

Image for illustrative purposes only A breakthrough in quantum technology was achieved in October 2024: the first-ever quantum satellite communication link between China and South Africa. The connection spanned a remarkable 12 900km: the longest intercontinental quantum communication link established to date. The longest before this was 7 600km and within the northern hemisphere only. It was…

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Africa: South Africa and China Set Up a Quantum Communication Link – How We Did It and Why It’s Historic

Africa: South Africa and China Set Up a Quantum Communication Link – How We Did It and Why It’s Historic

A major breakthrough in quantum technology was achieved in October 2024: the first-ever quantum satellite communication link between China and South Africa. The connection spanned a remarkable 12,900km: the longest intercontinental quantum communication link established to date. The longest before this was 7,600km and within the northern hemisphere only. It was achieved with quantum key…

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