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White House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaignWhy it matters: Despite their potential, quantum computers have largely remained confined to laboratories and have yet to demonstrate their usefulness for real-world tasks. However, a small San Francisco startup called BlueQubit aims to be among the first to make this groundbreaking technology practical. BlueQubit recently secured a $10 million seed funding round led by Nyca Partners to advance its mission of helping businesses harness the power of quantum computing. The company's flagship product is a quantum software-as-a-service (QSaaS) platform, which provides industries with access to quantum processors and emulators for tackling problems that classical computers cannot solve. BlueQubit claims its software stack, combined with proprietary algorithms, can run quantum emulators up to 100 times faster than existing solutions. The company achieves this through a unique approach: leveraging classical GPUs to test and refine quantum algorithms before deploying them on quantum hardware. This strategy enables effective scaling and supports the development of innovative quantum machine learning and optimization techniques. While sectors like pharmaceuticals and materials science are poised to benefit significantly from quantum computing as it becomes more accessible, Nyca Partners anticipates that the financial services industry will be the first to see transformative impacts. "We have been looking for a team to invest in who are looking to enable financial services firms to hit the ground running once quantum is here," said Tom Brown, partner at Nyca. BlueQubit ultimately aims to accelerate the mainstream adoption of quantum technology by bridging the gap between quantum hardware capabilities and enterprise software demands, according to TechCrunch. The company's founders, CEO Hrant Ghairbyan and CTO Hayk Tepanyan, bring deep experience from their work developing quantum technologies at Google. Ghairbyan contributed to pioneering efforts that later informed Google's Quantum AI team, while Tepanyan worked on Google's infrastructure team. After observing rapid advancements in quantum computing, the duo launched BlueQubit in 2022. Interestingly, the idea for the company struck them while surfing. "We decided to start the company while sitting on surfboards in Santa Monica, CA, in the spring of 2022," Ghairbyan told TechCrunch. "We had just heard a new announcement from the IBM Quantum team about progress on superconducting qubits, and it was clear that the quantum landscape was advancing at an incredible pace." Quantum computing, alongside generative AI, has become one of the hottest topics in tech. Its development has accelerated significantly in recent years. Earlier this month, Google's quantum computing lab unveiled a new chip, Willow , which reportedly performs certain benchmark calculations in just five minutes – tasks that would take the world's fastest supercomputer "10 septillion years" to complete.
Baijiayun was honored with the title of "Exclusive Member Unit" by the Beijing Educational Informationization Industry Alliance.Revamping IPPs: lessons from international practicesSecurity cameras captured video of a University of Mississippi student leaving his campus apartment twice on the morning he was last seen alive, University Police Department Capt. Jane Mahan testified Wednesday in the trial of the man accused of killing the student. Jimmy “Jay” Lee, 20, was a gay man well known in the LGBTQ+ community at Ole Miss and in Oxford, where the university is located. He was last seen on July 8, 2022. Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., 24, of Grenada, Mississippi, is charged with capital murder in Lee's death, and his trial began Tuesday in Oxford. Herrington has maintained his innocence. Police said cellphone history showed conversations between Herrington and Lee on the morning Lee disappeared. Jurors on Wednesday were shown video clips of Lee leaving his own apartment shortly after 4 a.m., wearing a robe and slippers. The clips showed him returning about 40 minutes later and leaving again just before 6 a.m. When he left the last time, he was looking at his cellphone. A friend of Lee, Khalid Fears, testified Tuesday that he had a video chat with Lee while Lee left the apartment around 6 a.m. that day. Lee said he was going back to see a man he had seen hours earlier, Fears testified. Mahan testified Wednesday about the timeline of the video clips showing Lee at the campus apartment. She said campus police started searching for Lee after his mother, Stephanie Lee, called later that day to request a welfare check on her son after he didn't respond to multiple messages. Jay Lee's apartment had an electronic key card, and Mahan testified that police contacted the campus housing department to put an alert on his card, which would automatically send police an email if the card were used. An assistant district attorney, Gwen Agho, asked Mahan if Lee ever returned to his apartment after he was recorded leaving that morning. “Not that I've ever been notified of, no,” Mahan said. Lee and Herrington saw each other twice during the hours before Lee disappeared, Agho said during opening arguments Tuesday. She said the men had sexual contact during their first meeting, and Lee was upset when he left Herrington’s apartment. Herrington invited Lee back — and before Lee arrived, Herrington searched online for how long it takes to strangle someone, Agho said. Herrington “was not openly in the LGBTQ community,” she said. A witness, Kizziah Carter, testified Wednesday that he was driving home from work at about 7:30 that morning and saw Herrington jogging along a road in Oxford. Carter said he knew Herrington and honked to greet him, and Carter flagged him down to ask for a ride. The road was near an apartment complex where Lee's car was found later in the day. Carter said he drove Herrington to Herrington's apartment in another complex. Surveillance video also recorded Herrington running from where Lee’s car was found, and he was later seen picking up a shovel and wheelbarrow at his parents’ house, authorities said. Lee’s body has not been found. In October, a judge declared him dead at the request of Lee’s parents. Lee’s active presence on social media fell silent after July 8, 2022, and no transactions have appeared on his credit card since then, prosecutors said. Herrington was arrested two weeks after Lee vanished, then released five months later on a $250,000 bond. A grand jury indicted him in March 2023. Herrington’s attorney, Kevin Horan, told jurors Tuesday that prosecutors have “zero” proof that Lee was killed or that any crime happened. Both Herrington and Lee had graduated from the University of Mississippi. Lee was pursuing a master’s degree. He was known for his creative expression through fashion and makeup and often performed in drag shows in Oxford, according to a support group called Justice for Jay Lee. Prosecutors have announced they do not intend to pursue the death penalty, meaning Herrington could get a life sentence if convicted. Mississippi law defines capital murder as a killing committed along with another felony — in this case, kidnapping.
Last month, Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams and his brother were pulled over for an alleged speeding violation. Williams' brother, who was driving, has a concealed carry license and informed the officer that there were two guns in the vehicle. One of the guns was registered to Williams and the other was registered to his brother. However, because Williams does not have a concealed pistol license, he faced potential weapons charges as a result. On Monday, Williams received good news when Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy announced that the third-year wide receiver would not face charges. "Worthy said she could find no legal basis to charge the high-profile receiver," said Andrea May Sahouri of the Detroit Free Press . "Worthy noted that Williams' brother has a CPL and informed officers of both weapons. The gun was not on Williams, he never admitted to putting the gun in the car and Williams is eligible for a concealed pistol license, she said." Justin Casterline/Getty Images Worthy added that the goal of Michigan's concealed pistol laws are to prevent criminals and violent offenders from getting their hands on a licensed weapon, but Williams is neither a criminal nor dangerous. This is obviously wonderful news for the Lions and Williams, who has 29 receptions for 602 yards and four touchdown on the season. However, the former first-round pick could not avoid a punishment for doing his best Marshawn Lynch impression, grabbing his crotch as he dove into the end zone to score a touchdown in Detroit's 52-6 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on November 17. The gesture cost Williams $19,697 for unsportsmanlike conduct. Surely, he'd rather pay that than have to deal with a potential felony gun charge though. The Lions are off to a 10-1 start following yesterday's win over the Indianapolis Colts. Detroit currently holds the No. 1 seed in the NFC, one game ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles. Related: Lions Wide Receiver Jameson Williams Punished For 'Obscene Gesture'
Topline The landmark federal prosecutions of President-elect Donald Trump effectively came to an end Monday, as Special Counsel Jack Smith asked a judge to dismiss felony charges against Trump for trying to overturn the 2020 election and dropped a fight to reinstate classified document charges—ending the historic saga before Trump retakes office. Key Facts Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here . Key Background Trump was charged by the Justice Department in August 2023 with trying to overturn his 2020 election loss, one of four indictments brought against Trump at the state and federal level—a historic move, marking the first time a former president has faced criminal charges. Trump attempted to have the charges thrown out by arguing he had “presidential immunity,” and the Supreme Court ultimately sided with him, ruling mostly in his favor by saying he could not be charged for any activities that were “official” presidential duties. After the court’s ruling, Smith’s team issued a new , slimmed down indictment against Trump in August for the same four felonies. The second indictment more clearly argued Trump was not acting as president in his efforts to overturn the election, but was acting as a presidential candidate. Separately, Trump was indicted in the federal documents case last June for allegedly withholding national security documents and obstructing justice. Prosecutors alleged Trump intentionally tried to conceal classified documents and prevent them from being returned to the government, leading to 40 federal felony charges . Trump argued he was legally allowed to have the documents because of the Presidential Records Act, though experts said his argument was flawed. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all criminal charges brought against him and described them as a “witch hunt” by President Joe Biden’s DOJ in an attempt to ruin his presidential campaign. In October before he was elected, Trump said if he returned to the White House he would “fire [Smith] within two seconds” and called the prosecutor a “scoundrel” and a “very dishonest man.” Tangent Last week, Trump’s criminal sentencing in his New York hush money case was postponed indefinitely . Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records and was scheduled to be sentenced on Nov. 26, but Judge Juan Merchan paused the sentencing and asked for briefs on whether the case should be dismissed to be filed by Dec. 9. There’s not yet a clear path forward for when the sentencing could take place, but prosecutors proposed sentencing could be delayed until after Trump leaves office. Meanwhile, Trump’s criminal charges in Georgia for trying to reverse his election loss are on hold amid an appeals court fight over the prosecutor. What To Watch For Trump’s comment on Smith requesting the cases be dismissed. As of 2:20 p.m. EST, Trump had not weighed in on the situation on Truth Social. Forbes has reached out to his team for comment. Further ReadingKARACHI – itel Pakistan , a global leader in affordable smart technology, has officially launched its flagship smartphone, the itel S25 Ultra, at a prestigious event in Karachi. Attended by media representatives, influencers, distributors, and channel partners, the event also welcomed itel Pakistan’s brand ambassador, Yumna Zaidi, who graced the occasion and added a touch of glamour to the launch. The event unveiled the S25 Series, featuring the S25 Ultra and S25 , priced at PKR 44,999 and PKR 29,999, respectively. The series delivers exceptional value in the mid-range segment, combining advanced features with affordability. The itel S25 Ultra redefines durability and functionality in the mid-range smartphone market. Built to withstand life’s everyday challenges, it features a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1400-nit peak brightness, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. Its drop-proof and spill-resistant design ensures resilience against accidents, while the 100-day free screen replacement warranty adds peace of mind. Beyond its durable design, the S25 Ultra delivers outstanding performance, featuring a powerful UNISOC T620 octa-core processor, 16GB RAM (8+8), and 256GB of expandable storage for effortless multitasking and abundant space for apps, media, and more. The device supports 48 months of fluency, ensuring smooth performance over time. Its 50MP triple-camera system and 32MP front camera provide exceptional photo and video capabilities, making it an ideal choice for content creators and photography enthusiasts. Meanwhile, the S25, equipped with a 6.78-inch AMOLED display, In Display Fingerprint Scanner, Up to 12GB RAM (6GB + 6GB memory fusion) and 128GB internal storage, 5000mAh battery with 18W PowerCharge, also offers impressive durability and key features tailored for budget-conscious users seeking premium design and reliable performance. “Pakistan is a key market for itel, and the S25 Ultra represents our vision for delivering advanced, durable, and accessible smartphones,” said Mr. Veeki Chen, CEO of itel Pakistan. “As we step into 2025, our focus remains on meeting the needs of consumers by combining innovation and affordability, ensuring everyone can experience reliable and stylish technology.” The event also introduced Yumna Zaidi, a beloved icon in Pakistan’s entertainment industry, as the official brand ambassador for itel Pakistan. Her partnership with itel reflects the brand’s confidence in its products and its dedication to building a deeper connection with its audience. To celebrate this collaboration, Yumna signed a limited number of S25 Ultra devices at the event, which will be gifted to itel’s most dedicated fans as a heartfelt gesture of appreciation for their ongoing support. The itel S25 Series is now available nationwide at leading retail stores, offering unmatched value for its price and redefining the smartphone experience for Pakistani consumers.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Justice Dept. is abandoning its classified documents case against Trump after similar move in election interference case.
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