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The Citizen
24 minutes ago
- General
- The Citizen
Don't miss these events
August 25 • Voortrekkers get together at Laerskool Baanbreker. 16:00 till 17:00. Luzinda: 072 314 5482. • Susan Badenhorst Voortrekkers meet on Mondays at the NG Kerk Witfield. 17:15 to 18:15. Louis: 083 293 1107. August 28 Suiderland Volkspelelaer meet at the Gereformeerde Kerk Boksburg (5 Scribante Street). 19:15 to 21:00. Call: 082 443 3783. September 3 • Boksburg Hiking Club meets at the Atlas Bowling Club. Bring and braai from 17:30, meeting at 19:00. Cash bar. Call Barbara: 073 140 8162, email [email protected] or see September 6 • Bokkie Park Food & Craft Market and Car Boot Sale. Southvale Road, Parkdene. 09:00 to 14:30. Stalls, live entertainment, tea garden. Janine: 072 713 3332. • The Memorable Order of Tin Hats (MOTH) meets on 150 Commissioner Street, 09:30 for 10:00. The MOTH is open to veterans, serving members of the armed forces and people interested in joining to become a friend of the MOTH. Call 082 644 3475. • WESSA Boksburg Branch AGM. Venue TBC. 10:00. The AGM for Friends of Suikerbosrand will follow on the same occasion. Contact: [email protected] September 10 Boksburg SPCA's 75th anniversary golf day. ERPM Golf Club. Shotgun starts at 11:00. Don't miss this chance to enjoy a day of fun while supporting an important cause. Contact: September 13 • Child and Family Welfare Society of Boksburg meet at Ebenezer Congregational Church. 13:00. Contact: 011 039 4679 or [email protected] • Inspan Volkspelelaer saamtrek. Trans-50 Witfield Park Retirement Village. 15:00. RSVP before September 5. Marita: 074 116 5497. September 18 East Rand Seniors' Club meets at the Boksburg Central Methodist Church. 10:00. All seniors are welcome. Lynn: 081 065 0395. September 27 AGS Lighuis Markdag, corner Field and Tait streets. 09:00. Attendees can expect boerewors rolls, pancakes, potjiekos, coffee, art, games and much more. Contact Yolanda: 067 791 5122, Nicky: 072 099 6009 or Pastor Derick: 082 775 0865. OUT OF TOWN September 3 East Rand Business Women meeting with guest Debbie Wilmot. Sunkist Nursery. 09:30 for 10:00. The topic is What are you waiting for? Dress code is 'a touch of blue'. Contact: [email protected] September 21 Insimbi Legacy Projects and Centurion Hiking Club walk/run/cycle for rhino. The Big Red Barn. 08:00. Every step helps to protect rhinos. Contact: [email protected] Also Read: What's On in and around Boksburg Also Read: Don't miss these events happening in and around Boksburg
Techday NZ
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Techday NZ
MOTH unveils Space Moths, a quantum-powered game on Roblox
MOTH has announced the launch of Space Moths, a massively multiplayer online game powered on-demand by quantum computing technology. Space Moths is described as the first game of its kind to utilise quantum processing units (QPUs) for live level generation. Developed in collaboration with Onward Studios, an independent game developer known for its work on the Roblox platform, the game aims to bring quantum computing out of the research environment and into the hands of mainstream players. Quantum-powered gameplay The unique feature of Space Moths lies in its back-end technology: playable game levels are generated in real time by quantum computers from IBM Quantum, IQM Quantum Computers, and VTT. This approach leverages MOTH's generative quantum AI software, which draws upon the capabilities of various quantum hardware providers to deliver unpredictable but structured in-game environments. While current quantum devices are still subject to errors and scalability limitations, recent developments in the industry have suggested that more powerful commercial quantum systems are on a nearer horizon than previously anticipated. MOTH's use of quantum algorithms reportedly produces contextually relevant game content with reduced need for conventional training, a development the company says could have broad implications for how digital content is produced in future. Transition from music to gaming The launch of Space Moths follows a prior project by MOTH, a generative music experiment called RECURSE [infinite mix], which used the same underlying quantum technology to generate constantly evolving musical compositions. That collaboration with artist ILĀ demonstrated a new approach to generative AI, trained solely on an individual's creative samples, producing music streamed directly to listeners. Building on this, Space Moths adapts the technology to generate complex playable worlds in real time, applying quantum-powered AI to an interactive medium rather than music. This represents a progression in MOTH's stated ambition to produce quantum-driven products across multiple sectors in the entertainment and media industries. Industry perspectives Spencer Topel, Chief Technology Officer at MOTH, commented on the implications for quantum computing and entertainment platforms, stating: "With Space Moths, we're showing that quantum computers are not just lab-bound experiments - they're usable today. By harnessing quantum dynamics to generate truly unique universes, we can create immersive worlds that feel genuinely alive." James Wootton, Chief Science Officer at MOTH, also remarked on the advancement the project represents: "Space Moths is the quantum answer to Spacewar. By using quantum hardware to provide on-demand content generation in a massively multiplayer game, we've taken a significant step beyond any previous quantum game demo and opened the door to a future where creativity is empowered by quantum tools." Roblox collaboration and availability Space Moths is built for the Roblox platform, making use of that system's established player base and infrastructure. The game will be accessible to a global audience through Roblox during the Gamescom 2025 event, held in Cologne, Germany. MOTH has collaborated with Roblox to offer several public engagement opportunities, including developer discussions and live gameplay sessions during the exhibition. Visitors to the event will have the chance to play the game on-site and unlock special in-game content. A research paper on the technologies behind Space Moths is scheduled for publication in IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications in September 2025, with a preprint already available online. MOTH's dual-headquartered operations in London and Basel highlight a continued commitment to both R&D and commercial rollout of quantum-powered consumer products within the entertainment industry. Follow us on: Share on:
The Citizen
20-06-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Don't miss out on these events
Don't miss out on these events June 19 • East Rand Seniors' Club meets, Boksburg Central Methodist Church, 10:00, all seniors are welcome. Lynn: 081 065 9395. • Suiderland Volkspelelaer meet, Gereformeerde Kerk Boksburg (5 Scribante Street), 19:15 to 21:00. Call: 082 443 3783. June 23 • Voortrekkers get together, Laerskool Baanbreker, 16:00 till 17:00. Luzinda: 072 314 5482. • Susan Badenhorst Voortrekkers meet on Mondays at the NG Kerk Witfield, 17:15 to 18:15. Louis: 083 293 1107. June 28 • Mercy Haven AGM, St Dominic's Catholic Church, 10:00. Contact: 010 444 0109. • The NG Kerk Witfield-Wes dog friendly (socialised dogs on a leash) Saturday Market and Fun Walk, 31 Schotlz Street. Stalls open at 09:00 and the fun walk will start at 09:30. Contact 011 826 4139 or Eruka at 081 042 6131. July 2 Boksburg Hiking Club meets at the Atlas Bowling Club, bring and braai from 17:30, meeting at 19:00, cash bar. Call Barbara: 073 140 8162, email hikingclubboksburg@ or see July 5 • The Memorable Order of Tin Hats (MOTH) meets, 150 Commissioner Street, 09:30 for 10:00. The MOTH is open to veterans, serving members of the armed forces and people interested in joining to become a friend of the MOTH. Call 082 644 3475. • Bokkie Park Food & Craft Market and Car Boot Sale, Southvale Road, Parkdene, 09:00 to 14:30, stalls, live entertainment, tea garden. Janine: 072 713 3332. July 19 Boksburg SPCA AGM, corner Kruger and Railway streets, 14:00. Members of the public wishing to attend the AGM should send an RSVP to secretary@ by July 14. OUT OF TOWN June 21 Benoni Garden Club 'Gut Health & Organic Vegies' demonstration presented by Linda Galvad, Benoryn Family Church, 14:00 to 16:00. WhatsApp Wendy: 084 584 4878 Also Read: Events to diarise Also Read: Events happening in and around Boksburg At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
