Taming photons, electrons paves way for quantum internet
Advances in teleportation, entanglement memory improve prospects for ultrasecure communicating
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QUANTUM LINKS Scientists are working to create a global quantum internet, which would allow secure communications worldwide. At a recent meeting, scientists described new developments in quantum teleportation and other technologies.
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