Alberta Takes The Lead in Quantum Tech Development
Quantum technology is positioned to redefine technology and business. And Alberta is poised to be a leader in this transformative era. While still in its nascent stages, quantum technologies possess the capability to fundamentally change the ways in which we detect, process, and send information. Quantum computers have the potential to solve complex problems beyond […]
€21 Million in Funding Supports Forschungszentrum Jülich, eleQtron Partnership to Develop Modular Quantum Supercomputer
Insider Brief North Rhine-Westphalia state government supports technology partnership with €21 million in funding Quantum computing network “EIN Quantum NRW” acts as nucleus for globally unique project NRW-Minister President Hendrik Wüst: We want to further expand our important position in quantum computing Image: Research Center Jülich / Sascha Kreklau PRESS RELEASE — The Siegen-based quantum […]
Intel and QuTech Deliver First Industrially Manufactured Qubit
Insider Brief QuTech and Intel have delivered the first qubit made in the very same industrial manufacturing facilities that mass-produce conventional computer chips. The researchers say that this is a huge step toward scalability. The investigators published their results in Nature Electronics. Image/Story: QuTech PRESS RELEASE — Researchers and engineers from QuTech and Intel have […]
UK, Germany Say Agreement Will Boost Scientific Partnerships in Quantum, AI
Insider Brief UK and Germany announced an agreement to boost scientific ties and establish a joint group of experts. The UK Science and Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan, and German Federal Minister of Education and Research Bettina Stark-Watzinger announced the agreement. The teams expect to find joint opportunities in AI, quantum, clean tech and more. PRESS RELEASE […]
Jülich Supercomputing Centre to Install New Quantum Computer ‘IQM Spark’ in July
Insider Brief The Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC) has acquired a 5-qubit quantum system from IQM Quantum Computer. The quantum computer is scheduled to go into operation in July 2024. It will go into operation in July 2024 as part of Jülich’s JUNIQ quantum computing infrastructure and will be connected to JSC’s classical supercomputers. PRESS RELEASE […]
Airbus And BMW Group Announce Jury For The Quantum Mobility Quest
Insider Brief Airbus and BMW Group unveiled the jury panel for “The Quantum Mobility Quest.” The jury is a blend of world-leading quantum experts, as well as professionals from Airbus, BMW Group and Amazon Web Services. The jury will evaluate proposals submitted by participants of the challenge that is addressing challenging issues in the aviation […]
Source Says New Legislation to Accelerate DoD’s Quantum Efforts ‘to The Next Level’
Insider Brief An Axios source said legislation will be unveiled that will accelerate quantum technology adoption in the US Department of Defense. According to the source, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-New York) is preparing to unveil the Defense Quantum Acceleration Act. The proposed legislation is said to contain a comprehensive strategy for integrating quantum information science […]
EU Leaders Sign Declaration on Quantum Technologies, Showcase Quantum Tech
Insider Brief EU leaders gather to celebrate the signing of a quantum pact that recognizes the strategic importance of quantum technologies. The Declaration on Quantum Technologies intends to position Europe as the leading region globally for quantum excellence and innovation. This pact has now been signed by representatives from 20 European countries. PRESS RELEASE — […]
The Great Covergence: The Future of Quantum and AI
Guest Post By Arthur Herman For the last decade I have watched the unfolding of high-tech trends from my perch in the nation’s capital in Washington DC, at the Hudson Institute and the Quantum Alliance Initiative. What I see are policymakers and the public finally coming to terms with the fact that artificial intelligence and […]
Venture Capital For Scientists: A Guide For Quantum Tech Entrepreneurs
Deep tech science entrepreneurs – and particularly quantum science entrepreneurs – have more than a few hurdles facing them from the start. One of the leading challenges: Scientists have spent most of their lives dedicated almost exclusively to learning about a single field and often very specific subjects within those fields. In the case of […]