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Researchers find quantum-like dynamics boost brain efficiency

Researchers find quantum-like dynamics boost brain efficiency

·3 October 2025·Quantum-like dynamics in the human brain | bioRxiv - Emerging new research indicates evidence of quantum-like (QL) probability laws, including interference effects, in non-quantum physical systems using coupled oscillators. This can produce QL states which can compute in a QL fashion. Given the success of using coupled oscillators for human whole-brain modelling, we investigate the possibility of QL dynamics in the human brain. Here, we investigate how the special topology of human brain anatomy together with QL bits can promote the rich dynamic repertoire necessary for human advanced cognition. We systematically changed the level of QL processing in a whole-brain model. We found the QL regime provided the best whole-brain model fit to large-scale human empirical neuroimaging data. Extraordinarily, at this optimum point we found significantly lower energy consumption than for the non-QL networks. Mechanistically, this implies that the significantly larger whole-brain spectral gap for QL networks offers a backbone to the functional metastability needed to provide the necessary dynamical regime for efficient computation. The underlying QL spectral gaps amplify through interference the metastability and richness of repertoire of the human brain. Overall, we found that the special topology of the human brain promotes QL information processing. ### Competing Interest Statement The authors have declared no competing interest.

Signals:

  • Quantum-like brain dynamics significantly improve computational energy efficiency compared to classical models.
  • Unique long-range anatomical connections amplify these dynamics, supporting advanced human cognitive functions.
  • These findings offer a potential blueprint for developing highly efficient, bio-inspired artificial intelligence.
Cerebras' giant AI chip wins $20B OpenAI deal

Cerebras' giant AI chip wins $20B OpenAI deal

·AI 2026: Cerebras and the Potential Cambrian Explosion in Semiconductors - The U.S. company successfully designed the largest computer chip ever made. If AI demand continues to grow, it will not be the last company to design a peculiar chip with unique advantages.

Signals:

  • Novel wafer-scale chip designs significantly outperform traditional hardware in AI processing speed.
  • Massive semiconductor innovation creates new competitive advantages for AI infrastructure and efficiency.
  • Emerging hardware architectures signal a shift toward specialized, high-performance computing solutions.
New metamaterials retain mechanical properties through shape reconfiguration

New metamaterials retain mechanical properties through shape reconfiguration

·20 May 2026·Grounded Metamaterials Keep Their Shape-Shifting Mechanics Stable - Grounded reconfigurable metamaterials preserved nearly identical displacement fields across rectangular, parallelogram, and random geometries, overcoming a key shape-performance trade-off in mechanical metamaterials. By combining transformation elasticity, grounded body torques, and Willis springs, the system enabled programmable deformation modes, including asymmetric tension without bending and tension-induced buckling.

Signals:

  • New metamaterials maintain stable, calibrated performance even after significant shape reconfiguration.
  • This technology enables reliable, programmable mechanics for soft robotics and aerospace structures.
  • Grounded design strategies ensure consistent displacement responses, improving precision in adaptive systems.

Interpret the future

Key narrative axes which Memia is tracking relating to Artificial Intelligence trends and impacts

Is it an AI Bubble?

There is no AI investment bubble

AI companies continue to justify their vast valuations and continue to raise capital. Valuations do not collapse suddenly.

The AI investment bubble will burst imminently

The gigantic amounts of money flowing into AI companies in 2022-2025 is seen not to generate returns and AI company valuations collapse very soon.

AGI Safety Alignment Progress

Robust Solutions

Robust, verified alignment solutions are developed and thoroughly tested before AGI deployment, ensuring AI systems reliably pursue intended goals and values.

Minimal Safeguards

Minimal safeguards are implemented due to competitive pressures and technical challenges, leaving significant alignment problems unsolved at AGI arrival.

AGI Regulatory Environment

Global Coordination

Strong international governance frameworks emerge with coordinated policies, standards, and oversight mechanisms for AGI development and deployment.

Fragmented Landscape

Fragmented regulatory landscape develops with inconsistent national policies and AI development havens undermining global coordination efforts.

AGI Hardware Requirements

New Breakthrough Computing Technologies

AGI requires quantum, photonic, thermodynamic or other breakthrough computing technologies, creating additional technical barriers and development timelines.

Existing Architectures

AGI emerges through scaling existing semiconductor architectures and optimizing current computing paradigms without fundamental hardware breakthroughs.

AGI Economic Transition Speed

Gradual Integration

Gradual economic integration allows for smooth adaptation, retraining programs, and managed transition of workforce and business models.

Sudden Displacement

Sudden economic displacement occurs as AGI capabilities rapidly automate broad sectors, causing significant disruption and social adjustment challenges.