Infleqtion Receives Three DOE Genesis Mission Projects for Quantum Computing and Sensing Research
Insider Brief Press release – Infleqtion (NYSE: INFQ), a global leader in quantum computing and quantum sensing powered by neutral-atom technology, announced it has been awarded three projects to accelerate American scientific research and innovation by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for the Genesis Mission. The projects include collaborations with Argonne National Laboratory, Brookhaven National Laboratory, […]
New Framework Uses Quantum Geometry to Help Quantum AI Systems Remember What They Learn
Insider Brief Researchers have developed a new framework that uses the geometry of quantum states to help quantum machine learning models retain previously learned knowledge while acquiring new tasks, addressing one of the central challenges facing quantum artificial intelligence (AI). The study, published in the preprint server arXiv, introduces a method called Quantum Elastic Weight […]
QPerfect Partners with University of Strasbourg on Neutral-Atom Quantum Computing Platform
Insider Brief Press release – BTQ Technologies Corp. (“BTQ“ or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BTQ) (CBOE CA: BTQ), a global quantum technology company focused on securing mission-critical networks, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, QPerfect, has entered into a research collaboration with the University of Strasbourg in support of aQCess, France’s first publicly accessible neutral atom quantum computing platform. […]
Keyfactor Expands Partner Program for Post-Quantum Cryptography Readiness
Insider Brief Press release – Keyfactor, the leader in trust infrastructure for AI and machines, today announced a major expansion of its Global Partner Program, designed to help partners capitalize on one of the largest security transformations in decades. As AI accelerates the growth of machine identities and organizations prepare for the transition to post-quantum cryptography […]
Quantum Computing Inc. Appoints Susan Hunt as CRO and Creates Chief Product Officer Role
Insider Brief Press release – Quantum Computing Inc. (“QCi” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: QUBT), a vertically integrated quantum company pioneering photonics and semiconductor manufacturing, today announced the appointment of Susan Hunt as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and that Pouya Dianat, who has served as the Company’s CRO, will transition into the newly created role of Chief Product […]
PsiQuantum Signs $125 Million Agreement with DARPA
Insider Brief PRESS RELEASE — PsiQuantum today announced that the company has signed a new $125 million expanded agreement with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) under DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI), the U.S. government’s most rigorous effort to evaluate commercial pathways to utility-scale quantum computing. PsiQuantum remains one of two companies in Stage […]
Secretary of Energy Chris Wright Announces First Genesis Mission Projects Selected to Accelerate AI-Driven Scientific Discovery
Insider Brief PRESS RELEASE — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the first projects selected under the Genesis Mission Request for Applications (RFA) as part of President Trump’s historic Genesis Mission. The national portfolio of research teams will help develop and demonstrate AI-enabled scientific workflows designed to accelerate breakthroughs in energy, discovery science, and national security. Designed […]
Shanghai Startup Unveils Data Center-Ready Quantum Computer at WAIC 2026
Insider Brief A Shanghai quantum computing startup has unveiled a server-sized quantum computer designed for standard data center racks, marking an effort to move quantum hardware beyond specialized laboratories and toward commercial computing infrastructure, China’s tech media is reporting. The debut by Zhongqi Wuliang at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) represents how companies […]
Rice joins Department of Energy’s Quantum Science Center to Advance QEC Research
Insider Brief Press release – Rice University has joined the U.S. Department of Energy Quantum Science Center, expanding the university’s role in a national effort to develop fault-tolerant quantum computers capable of solving scientific problems beyond the reach of today’s systems. Tirthak Patel, assistant professor of computer science at Rice, will lead the university’s contribution, developing and […]
Hewlett Foundation Launches $100 Million Initiative Supporting Quantum and Emerging Technology Security
Insider Brief Press release – The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation announced a five-year, $100 million grantmaking initiative intended to help foster innovation while supporting the safe development of emerging technologies. Unveiled at the Aspen Security Forum, the Emerging Technology and Security Initiative addresses critical challenges in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and quantum computing to help […]