Infleqtion Names Matthew Kinsella Chief Executive Officer to Lead Next Phase of Quantum Innovation and Growth
Insider Brief Infleqtion announced the appointment of Matthew Kinsella as its new Chief Executive Officer. Kinsella joins from Maverick Ventures, where he served as a senior managing director, and led investments across the technology industry. Former CEO Scott Faris stepped down to focus on quantum industry policy and investments in national security and defense. PRESS […]
Scientist Say They Have First Experimental Evidence of Gravitons That Could Connect Quantum Mechanics and Relativity
Insider Brief An international team of researchers said they have the first experimental evidence that suggests the existence of gravitons. The discovery marks a significant step towards bridging the gap between quantum mechanics and general relativity, the South China Morning Post reports. The research, carried out by a collaboration between scientists from Nanjing University in […]
Quantum Computing Made Accessible with Christopher Ferrie’s The Quokka Launch
One individual spearheading quantum computing and education is Christopher Ferrie, a quantum theorist and celebrated author known for simplifying complex scientific concepts into digestible insights for all ages. At the Quantum Australia 2024 Conference earlier this year, Ferrie unveiled “The Quokka,” a novel project aimed at democratizing quantum computing by making it accessible and understandable […]
Invention Can ‘Shield’ Quantum Computers From Magnetic Interference
Insider Brief Magnetic Shields Limited (MSL) has invented a lightweight and small-scale magnetic shielding system for cryogenic conditions. The shield uses superconducting coils wrapped around a lightweight cylindrical core in a novel design devised at the University of Nottingham. Among other applications, the invention could improve quantum computing performance and efficiency. PRESS RELEASE — Magnetic […]
Researchers Say Classical Optical Neural Network Shows ‘Quantum Speedup’
Insider Brief Artificial intelligence technologies, especially the machine learning algorithms, have made great strides but require intense computational resources. Scientists from the Beijing Institute of Technology in China has developed a new type of optical neural network that can exhibit speed similar to that of quantum neural networks. The method and technique could open new avenues […]
QAI Ventures Expands Globally: Opening Canadian Office in Calgary to Harness Alberta’s Thriving Quantum Tech Scene
Insider Brief QAI Ventures is expanding its presence to Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and plans a close collaboration with Quantum City. The Switzerland-based ecosystem builder, a privately funded initiative of uptownBasel, offers acceleration programs and investment funding for early-stage quantum and advanced AI startups worldwide. Quantum City is building an ecosystem for quantum science and technology […]
Global Quantum Leaders Unite, Forge Strategic Alliances for The Future at Quantum Australia 2024 Conference
At the Quantum Australia 2024 Conference, a panel discussion titled “Australia’s Place in the Global Quantum Economy and Strategic International Partnerships” brought together a distinguished group of international experts to discuss the burgeoning quantum technology sector. Hosted from February 20–22 at the Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney, the event was a testament to the global […]
Congresswoman to Introduce Defense Quantum Acceleration Act
Insider Brief Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has officially announced the introduction of the Defense Quantum Acceleration Act at an event in Rome, New York. This legislative initiative aims to enhance the United States Department of Defense’s (DoD) engagement with Quantum Information Science (QIS). Stefanik told the attendees that leadership in quantum science has global, national and […]
Beyond NISQ: Microsoft And Quantinuum Research Project Yields ‘Most Reliable Logical Qubits Ever Recorded’
Insider Brief Microsoft and Quantinuum created logical qubits with an error rate 800 times better than physical qubits and made four highly reliable logical qubits from only 30 physical qubits. By applying Microsoft’s breakthrough qubit virtualization system – with error diagnostics and correction – to Quantinuum’s ion-trap hardware, the researchers ran more than 14,000 individual […]
Resonance Expands into Middle East Market Through Landmark Partnership with Vernewell Group
Insider Brief Vernewell Group and Resonance announce the establishment of Resonance Middle East (Resonance ME). The new venture, under the directorship of Mrs. Malak Trabelsi Loeb, aims to harness the power of emerging technologies to drive innovation and sustainable growth across the region. Resonance ME will tap into this robust offerings of Resonance to provide […]