By harnessing randomness, a new algorithm achieves a fundamentally novel — and faster — way of performing one of the most basic computations in math and computer science.

Aside from this method offering a simple and effective means of gauging a model's aptitude at certain types of tasks, it could lead to a solution to the biggest flaw in computer math proficiency.

A new algorithm that fast forwards simulations could bring greater use ability to current and near-term quantum computers, opening the way for applications to run past strict time limits that ...

Quantum computers solve difficult problems efficiently using quantum gates and quantum algorithms. Shor's algorithm is an example of a quantum algorithm that is more efficient than classical ...

It’s designed to tap the collecting problem-solving skills of thousands of people, by reframing scientific problems in a way that even a complete novice can tackle.

Some researchers dream of solving all mysteries with a common method—but a mathematical paradox may keep such solutions out of reach ...