Quantum Information Processing: From Bits to Qubits
Introduction Unlike classical computers, quantum computers have the potential to solve complex problems by representing information as qubits, which can exist in multiple probabilistic states. In this article, we will briefly explore how quantum mechanics, quantum gates, and quantum algorithms open doors to a new age of computation, that of quantum information processing (QIP). This […]
Silicon Quantum Computing Closes $50.4 Million Series A, Falls Short of Initial $130 Million Goal
Insider Brief Silicon Quantum Computing reportedly closed a $50.4 million (AUS) in Series A. Last year, company executives said they were shooting for around $130 million. Investors include the Commonwealth Government, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), Telstra and the University of New South Wales. Image: SQC provided Silicon Quantum Computing reportedly closed a $50.4 […]
Q-CTRL Adds Morpheus Ventures to Series B Funding Round with Total of $54 million USD Raised
Insider Brief Q-CTRL announced the addition of Morpheus Ventures as a new investor. Morpheus Ventures joins the startup’s Series B funding round, which has raised $54 million USD. Q-CTRL is a leader in developing useful quantum technologies through quantum control infrastructure software. PRESS RELEASE — Q-CTRL, a global leader in developing useful quantum technologies through […]
Russian Scientists Present 16-Qubit Quantum Computer
Insider Brief Russian scientists say they built a 16-qubit quantum computer, according to information from the country’s nuclear energy corporation. The device was reviewed at the Forum for Future Technologies in Russia. Work on the device started as far back as 2015, according to reports. Image: Rosatom A team of Russian physicists presented a 16-qubit […]
Chinese Scientists Say Metropolitan Quantum Teleportation Reaches Hertz Rate
Insider Brief A team of scientists have improved the teleportation rate to 7.1 qubits per second for the first time, according to a study. The researchers added that this presents a new record for the quantum teleportation system over metropolitan range. Team members included scientists from the University of Electronic Science and Technology and Chinese Academy […]
Duality Quantum Accelerator Accepts Four Startups Into Latest Cohort
Insider Brief Duality quantum accelerator has accepted its latest cohort of four startups. The startups are developing solutions for a secure quantum internet, enabling the manufacture of products in microgravity, and accelerating the adoption of quantum computing and photonics. Chicago-based Duality is aimed at supporting next-generation startups focused on quantum science and technology. The Chicago-based […]
SoftBank, Keio University Research Collaboration to Explore Quantum Computing Use Case
Insider Brief SoftBank Corp. launched a joint research collaboration with Keio University to explore business use cases for quantum computers. Initial research will focus on quantum chemistry. Softbank’s researchers will work at the Keio University Quantum Computing Center on simulating nuclear quantum effects (NQEs) that cannot be efficiently computed by classical computers. PRESS RELEASE — […]
Guest Post: The Golden Ticket Method Behind Quantum Computing For Our Future Generations
By Akshita Tiwari founder, qMe As the quantum physicist Sheldon Cooper is portrayed in the veteran American sitcom, my father’s favorite show, The Big Bang Theory, I was quite scared of the term “quantum computing” when I was younger. Every time his whiteboard with complicated work was shown, I would think to myself I could never […]
In Scalability First Approach, EeroQ Achieves Tape-Out of Its ‘Wonder Lake’ Chip
Insider Brief EeroQ achieves tape-out of new chip at US semiconductor foundry, which means it’s ready for fabrication and production. The company uses a helium approach for its quantum processor design. Ultimately, the company says this is a huge leap toward a quantum computer design that is powerful, small and scalable. In an important advance, […]
Russian Organization Looks to India for Collaboration in the Field of Quantum Computing
The Russian Quantum Centre (RQC), a private organization in Russia, is aiming to establish partnerships with Indian academic and research institutions as part of its strategy to develop quantum applications and hardware for public services, as revealed by Ruslan Yunusov, RQC’s CEO and co-founder. He mentioned that the Russian government will officially bring up this […]