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Why Quantum Computers Might Not Break Cryptography
A new paper claims that a common digital security system could be tweaked to withstand attacks even from a powerful quantum computer.
The Case for Less Solidarity
The surprising effects of reducing empathy for your own ingroup.
The Hidden Sexism of How We Think About Risk
If men take more risks than women, it’s not because of biology.
Exoplanet Puzzle Cracked by Jazz Musicians
A system of seven Earth-like exoplanets appeared to be unstable. Now their orbits have been rewritten in the music of the spheres.
Your Robot Car Should Ignore You
Some research suggests that cars would be safer with no involvement from humans at all.
The Multiverse As Muse
The uncertainty of quantum mechanics provided a perfect literary model for Modernist ideas.
Does Dark Matter Harbor Life?
An invisible civilization could be living right under your nose.
