Author: OurCrowd

[IQM in Quantum Zeitgeist] IQM And On-Site Superconducting Quantum Computer for Advanced Education and Research

IQM Quantum Computers has developed a commercially available on-site quantum computer, the IQM Spark prototype, which uses superconducting technology. This system is designed to provide low-barrier access to both its hardware and software components, making it suitable for educational and research purposes. The system can be used to teach quantum concepts, deepen understanding of quantum theory and quantum computing, and replicate recent research achievements. The hardware includes a superconducting quantum processing unit, a dilution refrigerator, and control electronics. The software allows for direct manipulation of the qubits or running small scale quantum algorithms. Read...

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[Cybersixgill in Global Security Mag] 33 million people: Data of almost half of France’s population stolen in health sector breach

French regulators recently warned that a January 2024 cyber-attack on two major healthcare sector companies caused over 33 million people’s data to be compromised. The data includes sensitive personal information, which threat actors could exploit in phishing campaigns and financial fraud schemes. Cybersixgill observed demand for the stolen data on the underground, in addition to threat actors disseminating similar content from previous breaches. Read more...

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[Medisafe in PharmiWeb] Novel randomized control trial reveals impact of Medisafe on medication self-efficacy and medication adherence to improve health outcomes in medically underserved populations

BOSTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 13, 2024 / A novel randomized control trial conducted by Vanderbilt University researchers and published in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine explored the effect of smartphone applications on medication adherence in a medically underserved population. The trial concluded that Medisafe’s free and accessible app provides a transformative impact on medication adherence and medication self-efficacy, a measure which indicates an increase in user’s confidence to manage their medications, within the first month of use. Read...

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