South Carolina Proposed $15 Million to Provide Quantum Computer Access
Insider Brief South Carolina is proposing that $15 million in the current state budget will help facilitate access to quantum computing. Senator Dick Harpootlian, a vocal quantum advocate for the state, was credited with the initiative. The South Carolina Quantum Association envisions a future where this investment catalyzes the region into a hub of quantum […]
Illinois Governor Requests $500 Million For Quantum
Insider Brief Illinois governor Governor J.B. Pritzker earmarked $500 million for quantum in his latest budget proposal. The proposal includes $300 million for a cryogenic facility. It’s part of a broader strategy to position Illinois as a central hub for semiconductors, quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Illinois governor Governor J.B. Pritzker is making a half-billion […]
Bluefors launches Microwave Readout Module with a TWPA
Bluefors has announced the launch of their readout line solution that includes a traveling wave parametric amplifier (TWPA). Named ‘Microwave Readout Module’, it enables near-quantum-limited amplification of signals at millikelvin temperatures with minimal added noise. The product offers a wide band of frequencies, supporting multiplexed readout. The Microwave Readout Module is a preassembled module that […]
Securing Digital Trust in an Era Dominated by Quantum Computing & AI
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, the advancements in quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) are setting new frontiers in cybersecurity. As these technologies advance, the challenge of ensuring digital trust becomes increasingly complex. DigiCert’s Armando Dacal, a seasoned expert in cybersecurity, recently shed light on this critical issue in an interview with Ticker, […]
PASQAL, University of Calgary and Quantum City Initiate New Quantum Computing Partnership
Insider Brief PASQAL announced a partnership with the University of Calgary and its Quantum City hub to advance quantum computing research and education. The collaboration aims to advance quantum technologies, foster innovative research, and create a robust talent pipeline in Alberta. It also is designed to benefit both the local and global quantum computing landscapes. […]
Quantum Economics: Could a New Economic Paradigm Be Guided by Quantum Models?
The term “quantum” has an uneasy history. Originally referring, of course, to the behavior of atomic and subatomic particles, marketers have splashed the mysterious-sounding adjective on labels for everything from soap to fishing rods to headphones. Unfortunately, for many in the scientific community, the use of quantum to describe things other than those atomic or […]
Quantum-Enhanced Generative AI Generates Viable Cancer Drug Candidates
Insider Brief Researchers say they demonstrated the first instance of a generative model running on quantum hardware outperforming state-of-the-art classical models in generating viable cancer drug candidate. The research team includes Zapata Computing, Insilico Medicine, the University of Toronto and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Scientists used generative AI to develop novel KRAS inhibitors, a […]
IQM Quantum Computers Achieves a New Benchmark Result on 20-Qubit Quantum Computer
Insider Brief IQM Quantum Computers announced the latest benchmarks measured on its 20-qubit quantum computer. The company said the results demonstrated technology capabilities and delivered the goal of driving large-scale commercial quantum adoption. The chip is based on IQM’s tunable-coupler concept , enabling fast two-qubit gate speed and state-of-the-art fidelity. PRESS RELEASE — IQM Quantum […]
Earlier Education, Easy Access and More Collaboration: New Working in Quantum Video Series Explores Routes to Growth
Insider Brief Oxford Instruments and The Quantum Insider today launch the latest installment of the Working in Quantum interview series. The series offers insights from leading individuals within the industry. Key takeaways from the interviews include the importance of collaboration, diversity, and education in realising quantum’s potential. PRESS RELEASE — Oxford Instruments and The Quantum […]
State Leaders Announce Details Of Legislation To Unlock >$1 Billion in Funding to Colorado’s Quantum Ecosystem
Insider Brief Governor Jared Polis’ $74m plan unlocks >$1 billion in private funding for Colorado’s quantum ecosystem. These combined funds represent the largest regional quantum commitment in America. The bipartisan legislation aims to maximize the state’s competitiveness as a tech hub in order to win an additional $70 million in federal funding. The tax credit […]