Quantum computers just simulated physics too complex for supercomputers

Scientists study matter under extreme conditions to uncover some of nature’s most fundamental behaviors. The Standard Model of particle physics contains the equations needed to describe these phenomena, but in many real situations such as fast-changing environments or extremely dense matter, those equations become too complex for even the most advanced classical supercomputers to handle….

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Investors can now make bets on the price of sneakers

By Bloomberg Published November 19, 2025 Prediction market Kalshi Inc. and sneaker marketplace StockX are offering a new way to bet on the resale prices of in-demand sneakers and collectibles such as Labubus and Pokémon cards. Limited edition Nike sneakers – Nike x Windowsen In a partnership set to be announced Wednesday, Kalshi will use…

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Trump Takes Aim at State AI Laws in Draft Executive Order

US President Donald Trump is considering signing an executive order that would seek to challenge state efforts to regulate artificial intelligence through lawsuits and the withholding federal funding, WIRED has learned. A draft of the order viewed by WIRED directs US Attorney General Pam Bondi to create an “AI Litigation Task Force,” whose purpose is…

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Shein in France: 100 brands and 12 trade federations launch legal action, alleging unfair competition

Published November 19, 2025 On Wednesday, Bernard Cherqui, President of the Alliance du Commerce, announced a groundbreaking collective legal action against fast fashion platform Shein: “Today, we have decided to move beyond merely sounding the alarm to government officials and to take action on behalf of 12 federations and over a hundred retail chains.” Twelve…

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