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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. A showerthought should offer a unique perspective on an ordinary part of life.

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The only good thing about 'AI' is that no-one is talking about the fucking metaverse anymore... (feddit.uk)

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[–] [email protected] 11 points 9 hours ago* (last edited 9 hours ago) (2 children)

Well the real world application is breaking nearly all existing encryption.

Criminals and spies are going to have a field day once it becomes practical.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 8 hours ago

The new asymmetric quantum safe algos are coming though.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 9 hours ago* (last edited 9 hours ago)

With classic cryptography being broken that also opens the need for quantum cryptography and commnications. China is a bit farther ahead of us on this launching their first satellite encorporating these concepts in 2020:

"The nation’s Micius satellite successfully established an ultrasecure link between two ground stations separated by more than 1,000 kilometers" source

China is launching a second newer generation satellite next year. source