Scientists dispute Microsoft's Majorana quantum computing claims

Microsoft's recent claims about its Majorana 1 quantum chip have sparked significant controversy among scientists. Some experts, including University of Pittsburgh professor Sergey Frolov, have labeled the project as "essentially a fraudulent project," questioning the validity of its foundational physics. The company asserts that the chip utilizes a new type of material called a topoconductor to enhance qubit stability. However, critics argue that Microsoft's claims are based on unproven science and that previous assertions about detecting Majorana particles were retracted. Microsoft plans to address these criticisms at the upcoming APS Global Physics Summit. The company has also responded to critiques from other researchers, maintaining that their findings are valid and peer-reviewed.