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Attorney General Keith Ellison kept a diary in 2021 as he directed the prosecution of former police officer Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. Tuesday, the world will be able to read those diaries.

"Break the Wheel: Ending the Cycle of Police Violence," will be published by 12 Books, with a foreword by Floyd's brother Philonise and blurbs from former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder and Ben Crump, who represented the Floyd family. Ellison will speak about the 304-page book and his work at Macalester College's John B. Davis Lecture Hall at 7 p.m. May 25.

The book is described as a "spoke-by-spoke" look at parties involved in the attempt to end the chain of violence, including prosecutors, police unions, activists and the media. Ellison told the New York Times that he worked on "Break the Wheel" in the early hours of the morning, prior to reporting for work, hoping to create "a historical account and a guide to officials when faced with a case of police misconduct."

According to the Times, Ellison's book is heavily focused on the process of jury selection, which resulted in what the author calls "the single most diverse jury I had ever empaneled."

Ellison was re-elected as attorney general last fall by just 21,000 votes. Chauvin is currently serving his sentence in Tucson, Ariz.

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[*This story was updated at 12:26 a.m., May 16, 2023, to reflect updated unofficial vote tallies]

Democrat Heather Boyd won the special election to replace former state Rep. Mike Zabel, D-Delaware, preserving the Democratic one-vote majority in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Boyd, a former congressional staffer from Upper Darby Township, received about 60% of the vote in the election, according to unofficial tallies. The contest coincided with the municipal election primary election on Tuesday.

Her Republican opponent, Katie Ford, who ran on a moderate conservative platform, received about 40% of the vote with about 1% of ballots cast for Libertarian candidate Alfe Goodwin, unofficial tallies showed.

Boyd arrived at a post-election party at Caseys Saloon and Restaurant in Drexel Hill to raucous cheers and chants, and thanked her supporters and family for their efforts during the eight-week campaign.

A number of Democratic House leaders including Majority Leader Matt Bradford, of Montgomery County, and Appropriations Committee Chairperson Jordan Harris, of Philadelphia, were in attendance.

This election has been about all of you in this room and countless others who arent here today who cared enough and believed enough and worked hard enough to make the difference, Boyd said.

Ford declined to comment in a text message.

Gov. Josh Shapiro congratulated Boyd in a tweet and said he looked forward to working with her as Delaware Countys newest state representative.

Together, well work to get things done for Pennsylvanians and protect real freedom, Shapiro tweeted. And to Delco: Thank you for showing up to defend our rights and the Democratic House majority.

Former U.S. attorney general and National Democratic Redistricting Committee Chairperson Eric Holder said in a statement that Boyds election would ensure the rights and freedoms of her constituents are protected. He attributed the Democratic House majority her victory secured to the most recent redrawing of Pennsylvanias legislative districts.

For the previous decade, gerrymandered maps allowed Republicans to maintain an unbreakable, unfair grip on the Pennsylvania General Assembly. These new maps are a win for democracy and the people of Pennsylvania, Holder said.

In another special election for Republican state Sen. Lynda Schlegel Culvers former 108th House District seat in Northumberland and Montour counties, Republican Michael Stender defeated Democrat Trevor Finn in a similarly lopsided election with nearly 66% of the vote, according to unofficial tallies.

Boyd received more than $1 million in support from the House Democratic Campaign Committee that paid for campaign ads critical of Fords positions on abortion and her suitability for state office in light of her history of bankruptcies.

Ford responded in ads where she told voters that her financial troubles were the result of her decision to seek treatment for her son, who has autism.

Ford also said in a televised debate that she would not support a proposed constitutional amendment declaring there is no constitutional right to abortion, or state funding for the procedure, that the Republican- controlled General Assembly approved last year.

Under the state constitution, an amendment must pass both chambers in successive sessions before going to voters.

Boyd attributed her victory to the work of volunteers who knocked on tens of thousands of doors in the district to get out the word about the election.

You rolled up your sleeves, you got to work and you let the 163rd be heard, Boyd said.

Democratic leaders said the district would be a safe Democratic seat in a General Election with presidential or gubernatorial candidates on the ballot. But in a primary election dominated by partisan super voters, a Democratic victory was not certain.

Boyd said she felt the weight of the consequences of the election but tried not to make it the focus of her campaign.

I tried not to focus on it because ultimately this is about my district. The majority is its own challenge. And thats somebody elses issue, Boyd said. For me, it was focusing on the voters. Its my community. Its where I feel the strongest.

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A desperate battle has been waged at the Capitol to address the number one killer of people between the ages of 18 and 45 fentanyl. Minnesota may finally be on a better path.

Thanks to a coalition including grieving families, community leaders, law enforcement and prosecutors, common sense legislation increasing penalties for fentanyl trafficking to equal the penalties for heroin are included in the public safety bill (SF2909) thats on its way to Gov. Tim Walz for his expected signature. A bill to require and fund lifesaving Narcan in Minnesota schools is included in the education finance bill.

These glimmers of hope confront a sobering reality. Well more than 107,000 Americans and more than 1,200 Minnesotans were killed by drug overdoses in 2021, and fentanyl is the biggest killer. Fentanyl deaths are rising sharply. One kilogram of fentanyl can kill 500,000. The emergency department at Hennepin County Medical Center is overwhelmed by 100 overdose patients a week.

As a prosecutor, I have witnessed this carnage: Parents appearing at court hearings scared to death that if released from jail and without treatment, their children will die. Heartbroken friends and families of overdose victims speaking at sentencing hearings. Desperate addicts marshaling strength and courage to fight a demon that has consumed them.

We have a moral imperative to do everything in our power to save the lives of our young people from this poison. Success will require us to recognize two essential truths.

First, the threat from fentanyl and other powerful synthetic drugs is a threat to public health exponentially greater than any prior drug epidemic we have faced.

Second, knee-jerk partisan narratives must be rejected in favor of a nuanced approach that considers every possible solution.

Fentanyl is 50 times more powerful than heroin.

Experts suggest that between 40% and 60% of fentanyl pills are potentially fatal.

Fentanyl is present in as many as 90% of the counterfeit oxycodone pills seized by law enforcement, and is frequently mixed with cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin.

Its so bad that bipartisan legislation in Congress seeks to classify fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. Indeed, given its lethality it may be more accurate to consider it a poison than a drug.

There is no clear historical precedent for fentanyl or other super-charged synthetic drugs. Yes, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and prescription drugs have ruined and taken lives. Never, however, have we been faced with a drug that carries a significant potential of a life-threatening overdose every time it is used. But for Narcan and the heroic work of emergency responders, far more overdoses would result in death.

Prior to the 2023 legislative session, boilerplate political narratives blocked any progress. As recently as 2021 the Minnesota Senate, with Republicans in the majority, passed a bill increasing penalties for fentanyl trafficking by a decisive bipartisan vote of 62-5. The bill never received a vote in the DFL-majority House. The legislation requiring and funding Minnesota schools to have lifesaving Narcan failed to survive the legislative gridlock in both 2021 and 2022.

Some folks on the left would label any effort to prosecute purveyors of this poison for profit as a part of the failed War on Drugs strategy of the past.

But thats the wrong analysis, given Minnesotas approach to prosecuting drug offenses coupled with fentanyls unique threats to public health.

Minnesota is in fact a probation-first/treatment-first state. Our prison rates by population are low, whereas the number of residents on probation is comparatively high. In courthouses throughout the state, defense attorneys, prosecutors and judges continue to find ways to keep users and user-dealers out of prison. The Minnesota Drug Sentencing Reform Act of 2016 aimed specifically to keep addicts out of prison wherever possible.

Knowingly selling fentanyl again, a poison as much as a narcotic even if in part to fuel an addiction, is a criminal act worthy of punishment. Selling a product as lethal as fentanyl knowing the result could be overdose or death cannot be excused as simply an act of addiction or economic desperation.

Concerns from progressives as to the unequal impact of the War on Drugs on communities of color have merit. A different racial inequity, however, can be seen in the tragic disparities in death rates by fentanyl overdose in our Indigenous communities and communities of color. Minnesota has among the largest racial disparities gap in overdose deaths in the United States. As a percentage of population, more than nine times as many Indigenous residents die of overdoses as white Minnesotans. Overdose deaths among Black Minnesotans are three times as high as in white Minnesotans.

The storyline we hear from the right has also been destructive. Addiction is a disease. Deterrence through harsher penalties must be focused rather than indiscriminate. Fentanyl is coming into the United States through Mexico, but generally through sophisticated networks involving commercial vehicles and not desperate migrants crowding the border. Treatment and harm reduction must be central to any effort to stop this epidemic.

House and Senate members on both sides of the aisle can learn from GOP Rep. Dave Bakers support of both a public safety and a public health approach. Rep. Kelly Moller, DFL-Shoreview, and Sen. Ron Latz, DFL-St. Louis Park, have worked with Baker and GOP members in a refreshing show of bipartisanship.

As chair of the Opioid Epidemic Response Advisory Council, Baker, who lost a son to opioids, is working with an impressive board of doctors and health professionals dedicated to a comprehensive public health approach to opioid addiction.

There are also hopeful signs that congressional action may be on the horizon. President Joe Biden, no doubt spurred to action by reports from high level public safety and national security experts, specifically called for increasing federal penalties for fentanyl trafficking in his recent State of the Union address. U.S. Rep. Angie Craig, a Democrat from the 2nd District, spoke powerfully of the need to address fentanyl through aggressive drug interdiction efforts at the recent rally at the Minnesota Capitol.

Former Attorney General Eric Holder recently cautioned both the left and the right to avoid a reflexive response to the historic challenges of the fentanyl epidemic. The breadth and scope of this challenge requires both a vigorous criminal justice approach and a public health response.

We need an all-of-the-above approach, including focused deterrence, harm reduction, education and awareness and a comprehensive public health response.

With every passing day that we dont act, more people die.

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While its not critical for most people to understand how quantum computing works, it is a concept of growing importance for industries that use encryption and algorithms, including banking.

One way to think about how to prioritize emerging technologies is with McKinseys Three Horizons model, which buckets technologies and business concepts into horizons based on their approach to manage for current performance while maximizing future opportunities for growth.

Within the Three Horizons model, Horizon 3 contains the seeds of tomorrows business options on future opportunities. Quantum computing, which is part of the broader field of emerging quantum technologies, resides with Horizon 3, though with current advancements it may soon find itself in Horizon 2 or 1.

According to Amazon Web Services, no quantum computer can [currently]perform a useful task faster, cheaper, or more efficiently than a classical computer. Quantum advantage is the threshold where we have built a quantum system that can perform operations that the best possible classical computer cannot simulate in any kind of reasonable time. That said, a number of the largest technology players (for example, Amazon, Microsoft, Google) are exploring and developing quantum computing services.

Not to be outdone by the large technology companies, many large financial services companies (including JPMorgan, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, BlackRock and Mastercard) have been exploring quantum computing over the past few years, and several have made direct investments into quantum computing startups. According to a recent World Economic Forum report, government and business investment in quantum technologies reached nearly $36 billion worldwide as of 2022.

Despite increasing investment in quantum technologies, one of the issues inhibiting quantum computing from advancing more quickly is the lack of quantum technology talent. Until the industry matures, and more opportunities emerge for less technical talent, startups and established companies will be vying for the same limited resources.

Data is the lifeblood of many industries, and financial services is no exception. Quantum computing is all about analyzing more data more quickly. And when we think about all the areas of banking that rely on turning data into insights, the potential for quantum computing to generate value becomes clear. Consider, for example, the following lifecycle of a bank customer and how data models are leveraged:

Using quantum computing has the potential to include more data points, run models more quickly and produce more accurate analytics. McKinsey estimates that finance is one of four of the main industries that has the potential to capture nearly $700 billion in value as early as 2035 leveraging quantum technologies.

While quantum computing may eventually offer significant benefits especially in predictive analytics and simulations, the risk it could introduce to financial institutions (and other industries) cant be overstated. By far, the biggest emerging threat is nefarious actors (for example, criminals, terrorists, and rogue governments) using quantum computers to break public key encryption, which is the backbone of secure data transmission. Banks are safekeepers of investments, public assets, pensions, retirement accounts, and personally identifiable information and rely on public key encryption to maintain the security and privacy of this type of information. Should quantum computing allow for encryption algorithms to be cracked, the impact could be significant. Even the threat of such bad actors leveraging quantum computing may undermine public confidence in commonly used encryption methods, creating problems for the institutions, including banks, responsible for safeguarding data.

The U.S. government has launched a multi-pronged strategy to address the risk, develop standards and ensure that government agencies are prepared. While the federal banking agencies have not issued any specific guidance yet, they can rely on existing regulations and supervisory guidance and the ongoing examination process.

Quantum computing is not yet at the stage where it surpasses classic computing, though the ecosystem is developing rapidly. Some estimate quantum computing will become mainstream in 10 to 15 years, but recently weve seen claims indicating the technology may be available much sooner than that. Despite quantum computing not being an imminent threat, there are several steps banks should take to monitor developments in the technology and increase awareness of the risks:

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Quantum computing has the potential to solve complex problems that are beyond the reach of classical computers. Industries such as finance, logistics, healthcare, materials science, cryptography, and optimization are expected to benefit from quantum computing.

PUNE, India, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Exactitude Consultancy, the market research and consulting wing of Ameliorate Digital Consultancy Private Limited has completed and published the final copy of the detailed research report on the Quantum Computing Market.

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The global quantum computing market size is projected to reach USD 3947.77 million by 2029, at a CAGR of 30.5% during the forecast period 2023 to 2029.

The recently released Quantum Computing Market research content has been painstakingly created by industry professionals using in-depth data analysis and a thorough understanding of various markets. In-depth research, whitepapers, case studies, trend assessments, and industry insights from a variety of industries, including but not limited to technology, healthcare, finance, consumer goods, and manufacturing, are included in this extensive collection.

What is Quantum computing?

Quantum computing is a multidisciplinary field comprising aspects of computer science, physics, and mathematics that utilizes quantum mechanics to solve complex problems faster than on classical computers. The field of quantum computing includes hardware research and application development. Quantum computers are able to solve certain types of problems faster than classical computers by taking advantage of quantum mechanical effects, such as superposition and quantum interference. Some applications where quantum computers can provide such a speed boost include machine learning (ML), optimization, and simulation of physical systems. Eventual use cases could be portfolio optimization in finance or the simulation of chemical systems, solving problems that are currently impossible for even the most powerful supercomputers on the market.

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Quantum Computing Market Drivers:

Advancements in Quantum Hardware: The development of more stable and scalable quantum hardware is a crucial driver for the quantum computing market. Progress in areas such as qubit coherence time, error correction, and qubit count enables the construction of more powerful and reliable quantum computers. Continued advancements in quantum hardware technologies drive the growth and capabilities of the quantum computing market.

Increasing Demand for Computing Power: With the explosion of data and the complexity of computational problems, there is a growing demand for more powerful computing systems. Quantum computers have the potential to solve certain problems exponentially faster than classical computers, making them attractive for applications in fields such as optimization, simulation, cryptography, machine learning, and drug discovery. The need for enhanced computing power and the pursuit of breakthrough solutions drive the demand for quantum computing.

R&D Investments and Funding: Governments, technology companies, and venture capitalists are investing significant resources into quantum computing research and development. Funding supports academic research, startup companies, and large-scale projects aimed at advancing quantum technologies. These investments are crucial in driving innovation, accelerating progress, and bringing quantum computing closer to commercial viability.

Partnerships and Collaboration: Collaboration among industry players, research institutions, and governments is a key driver for the quantum computing market. Partnerships enable the pooling of expertise, resources, and capabilities, fostering technological advancements and knowledge sharing. Collaborative efforts help address the challenges in developing quantum hardware, software, and algorithms, driving the overall progress of the quantum computing market.

Here Are Some Of The Technological Advancements In The Quantum Computing Market:

Qubit Development:Qubits, or quantum bits, are the fundamental units of information in quantum computing. Technological advancements are focused on developing more stable and scalable qubits. Different types of qubits, such as superconducting, trapped-ion, topological, and silicon-based qubits, are being explored to improve qubit coherence, reduce errors, and increase computational power.

Error Correction: Quantum computers are prone to errors due to environmental noise and imperfections in qubits. Error correction techniques, such as quantum error correction codes and fault-tolerant quantum computation, are being developed to mitigate errors and improve the reliability of quantum computations. These techniques are critical for scaling up quantum systems and achieving higher accuracy.

Quantum Algorithms: Quantum algorithms are specifically designed to leverage the unique properties of quantum computers and solve problems more efficiently than classical algorithms. Researchers are developing quantum algorithms for applications such as optimization, simulation, cryptography, machine learning, and quantum chemistry. Advancements in quantum algorithms are essential for unlocking the full potential of quantum computing and driving its adoption in various domains.

Competitive Insight

Some of the Notable Market Players Operating In The Global Quantum Computing Market Covered In This Report Are:

IBM Corporation

Telstra Corporation Limited

IonQ Inc.

Silicon Quantum Computing

Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.

Alphabet Inc.

Rigetti & Co Inc.

Microsoft Corporation

D-Wave Systems Inc.

Zapata Computing Inc. Mergers and acquisitions

joint ventures

capacity expansions

Recent Developments:

Increased Funding and Investments: The quantum computing market has witnessed a surge in funding and investments. Governments, technology companies, and venture capitalists are allocating significant resources to quantum research and development. For example, the U.S. government has launched the National Quantum Initiative Act, which includes $1.2 billion in funding for quantum research over a five-year period. These investments are fueling advancements in quantum hardware, software, and algorithms.

Quantum Supremacy Achievements:In 2019, Google announced the achievement of quantum supremacy, a milestone where a quantum computer outperforms classical computers in a specific task. Google's quantum processor, called Sycamore, solved a computational problem in just 200 seconds that would take the most powerful supercomputers thousands of years to solve. This achievement showcased the potential of quantum computing and garnered significant attention in the industry.

IBM Quantum Roadmap:IBM has been actively involved in the development and promotion of quantum computing. They have released a roadmap outlining their plans for advancing quantum hardware and software over the next decade. IBM aims to build quantum computers with thousands of qubits and error rates below one percent, paving the way for more complex and practical applications of quantum computing.

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Regional Insights

North America: North America, particularly the United States, has been at the forefront of quantum computing research and development. It is home to several prominent companies, research institutions, and startups focused on quantum technologies. The U.S. government has launched initiatives such as the National Quantum Initiative Act and has made substantial investments in quantum research. Major players like IBM, Google, Microsoft, and Honeywell are actively involved in advancing quantum computing in this region.

Europe: Europe has emerged as a key player in the quantum computing market. Countries like Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland have made significant investments in quantum research and development. The European Union has launched the Quantum Flagship Program, a 1 billion Euro initiative aimed at accelerating quantum technologies. European companies and research institutions are collaborating on projects and partnerships to drive advancements in quantum hardware, software, and applications.

Asia Pacific: Asia Pacific is witnessing rapid growth and investments in the quantum computing market. China has made substantial investments in quantum research and development as part of its national strategy to become a global leader in quantum technologies. Companies like Alibaba, Huawei, and Baidu are actively involved in quantum computing research and applications. Other countries in the region, including Japan, South Korea, Australia, and Singapore, are also investing in quantum technologies and fostering collaborations.

What Are The Key Data Covered In This Quantum Computing Market Report?

Market Size and Forecast: The report would provide an analysis of the current market size for quantum computing and offer forecasts for future growth. This would include revenue projections, compound annual growth rates (CAGR), and estimations of market value.

Market Segmentation:The market report would likely segment the quantum computing market based on various factors such as hardware, software, services, applications, and end-user industries. This segmentation helps provide a detailed understanding of the different market segments and their respective growth potential.

Competitive Landscape: The report would analyze the competitive landscape of the quantum computing market, identifying key players, their market share, and strategic initiatives. It would include a comparison of different companies in terms of their offerings, partnerships, collaborations, acquisitions, and research activities in the quantum computing space.

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