China has achieved a breakthrough in producing an ultra-pure silicon isotope needed for quantum computers, state-owned China National Nuclear Corporation said on Monday. The mass production of silicon-28 with over 99.99% purity marks a key step in Beijing's drive to reduce reliance on foreign technology in strategic areas. https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3357170/china-reaches-mass-production-key-isotope-quantum-computing-beijing-says #China #Tech #Semiconductors