Exploring Quantum Networks: An Overview of Their Function
An emerging technology called a quantum network enables geographically dispersed users to share entangled quantum bits. This type of network can increase security as well as enable new communication tasks, such as generating shared cryptographic keys. The advancement of computing hardware could increase the utility of public key cryptography and complement it. As a result […]
Toshiba Europe And Orange Show Viability of Quantum Key Distribution Deployment With Existing Equipment
Insider Brief Toshiba Europe and Orange presented research findings that show quantum key distribution can be successfully deployed on network provider’s existing fibre networks alongside their current data services. The researchers say the work could help network operators reduce the cost of implementing QKD by removing the need to invest in dedicated quantum fibre infrastructure. […]
Quantum Computing Pioneer Chad Rigetti Joins QDNL Participations as Venture Partner
Insider Brief The €15m QDNL Participations fund helps researchers turn their technology into VC-investable startups Chad Rigetti built NASDAQ-traded quantum computing company Rigetti Computing At QDNL Participations, Rigetti will invest, support portfolio companies, and foster international connections PRESS RELEASE — Quantum computing pioneer Chad Rigetti is joining QDNL Participations as a Venture Partner. The €15 […]
Atos’ Quantum Computing Technology Review 2023
In recent years, quantum computing has emerged as a promising field of research with the potential to revolutionize various industries. At the forefront of this technological advancement is Atos, a leading global provider of digital transformation and quantum computing solutions. This review delves into Atos’ quantum computing technology, highlighting its primary products and ongoing projects. […]
Haiqu Raises $4 Million in Pre-Seed Funding to Boost Adoption of Near-term Quantum Computing
Insider Brief Haiqu announced that it has closed a $4M financing round led by MaC Venture Capital. Toyota Ventures, SOMA capital, u.ventures, SID Venture Partners and Roosh Ventures also participated in the round. Haiqu builds software to enhance the performance on quantum processors. Image provided: Haiqu’s leadership team Mykola Maksymenko (CTO) and Richard Givan (CEO). […]
Royal Navy Says Quantum Navigation Test a Success
Insider Brief The Royal Navy has successfully conducted the inaugural trial of a quantum navigation system capable of determining a vessel’s precise location worldwide, without reliance on GPS. The technology was developed by physicists from Imperial College in London. Quantum navigation represents a technological leap over satellite-based systems, because satellites can be jammed and often […]
QC Design Launches Fault-tolerant Architecture Licensing
Insider Brief QC Design provides quantum computer manufacturers with comprehensive roadmaps to commercially viable systems. The company hopes by licensing its fault-tolerant architectures, it is empowering quantum computer manufacturers to usher in a next generation of hardware. Critical Quote: “In the same way that ARM’s RISC architectures revolutionized mobile computing by providing a more efficient […]
IonQ Demonstrates How Human Cognition Models Could Run on Quantum Computers
Insider Brief A team of IonQ-led researchers ran human cognition models on quantum hardware. The company says this opens up a path for improved decision making computer models that imitate human thought. The team of researchers, including scientists from the University of California, Berkeley and the University of London, published their findings in the journal […]
Chinese Scientists Say New Upgrade Reportedly Boosts Zuchongzhi-2 to 176 Qubits
Insider Brief Zuchongzhi-2 chip, which originally had 66 qubits, now has an additional 110 couple qubits through the incorporation of control interfaces, scientists are telling Chinese media. Not that it’s online, the general public and industry can explore quantum computing and its applications. Image: University of Science and Technology of China A Chinese quantum computer, […]
IQ Capital Raises £320 Million to Invest in Deep Tech Startups
Insider Brief IQ Capital has successfully raised $400 million (£320 million) across two funds. The firm is a deep tech-focused venture capital firm with offices in London and Cambridge. IQ Capital is an investor in the quantum space. They are one of the backers of Nu Quantum. IQ Capital, a deep tech-focused venture capital firm […]