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Tiny Lasers Could Power Next-Gen Chips | Science News

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Scientists have created an ultra-small nanolaser that could double device speed and slash energy use in half by replacing electricity with light inside computer chips. These tiny lasers, built on a nanocavity structure, work efficiently at room temperature and are poised to revolutionize everything from smartphones to data centers—making them faster, cooler, and more eco-friendly. The next hurdle? Powering them electrically. If solved within five to ten years, this breakthrough could unlock super-sensitive medical tech and massively reduce global energy consumption. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c73cfc1a4988572f

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