# Key Points from IRC Log (April 9, 2016)

• A discussion about SpaceX's successful CRS-8 first stage landing on a drone ship was shared, with participants noting the challenging 70 kph winds and significant wave movement affecting the landing platform.

• Several quantum computing developments were shared, including links to papers on scalable quantum computers in silicon and MIT's research on quantum computing's potential impact on encryption schemes.

• Heath raised the question of "post-quantum cryptocurrency," prompting kanzure to mention that several proposals exist for making Bitcoin quantum-resistant.

• Multiple scientific papers were shared on innovative topics including: fungi for space medicine development (USC/JPL research), DNA origami nanostructures to circumvent drug resistance in leukemia models, and surface code quantum computing.

• A brief discussion on space technology included mention of "laser brooms" - ground-based laser systems designed to move space debris by heating one side to alter its orbit and force atmospheric reentry.

• Kanzure shared thoughts about interstellar finance with a link to a Bitcoin-wizards log, suggesting exploration of financial systems that could operate across vast distances.