Fujitsu, RIKEN Plan to Release Japan’s First Domestic Quantum Computer Next Year
Insider Brief Japan’s Fujitsu and RIKEN Research Institute expect to deliver a superconducting quantum computer in spring of 2023 Although IBM already installed a quantum computer in Japan recently, Fujitsu will become the first domestic company to commercialize such a machine in the country. Fujitsu’s computer is expected to be powered initially with 64 qubits, […]
Compact QKD System Paves The Way to Cost-effective Satellite-based Quantum Networks
Insider Brief: Researchers report an experimental demonstration of a space-to-ground quantum key distribution (QKD) network using a compact QKD terminal aboard the Chinese Space Lab Tiangong-2 and four ground stations. The demonstration represents an important step toward practical QKD based on constellations of small satellites, a setup considered one of the most promising routes to […]
Researchers Explore Quantum Electron Highways With Laser Light
Insider Brief: The Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford University examined the “phase transition” in which a TI loses its quantum properties and becomes just another ordinary insulator. The researchers used spiraling beams of laser light to generate harmonics. This work could help develop a relatively small and affordable laser setup should […]
IonQ, Airbus Sign Agreement to Collaborate on Aircraft Loading Project Using Quantum Computing
Insider Brief: IonQ has announced a collaboration with Airbus to explore the potential application and benefits of quantum computing for aerospace services and passenger experiences. The “Quantum Aircraft Loading Optimization & Quantum Machine Learning” project will be a 12-month project that culminates in the development of a prototype aircraft-loading quantum application, hands-on collaboration and coaching […]
QuForce Emerging as Community for Post-Quantum Cryptography Experts, Academics & Enthusiasts
Insider Brief: QuSecure has announced that the public-private initiative it sponsored, QuForce, is emerging as the world’s leading community for quantum computing experts, academics and enthusiasts. Sponsored by QuSecure, QuForce announces the winners of the first-ever QuForce Demo Day held last week. QuForce Co-Director and QuSecure’s Chief Product Officer Rebecca Krauthamer states QuSecure has a […]
NTT DATA Launches Innovation Center in Six Countries, Quantum Computing Included in Research
Insider Brief: The Innovation Centre is aimed at acquiring world-leading capabilities for the utilization of advanced technology. The initial organization structure will comprise Strategy Headquarters, which formulates the technology strategy, and local centers in six countries. The Innovation Center will focus on advanced technologies of emerging domains, which are expected to become mainstream within the […]
7 Quantum Companies to Watch Founded in 2024
The Quantum Technology market is growing rapidly, with new companies forming or emerging from stealth seemingly every week. Keeping track of the progress in the industry behind the headlines is becoming increasingly challenging — the answer is robust and reliable data on the industry. Take the article that you’re about to read, 7 Companies To Watch Founded […]
Quantum Computing Could Open New Doors for Nuclear Physicists at University of Surrey, Thanks to UKRI Funding
Insider Brief: The University of Surrey will share in the UKRI’s £6 million investment into the Quantum Technologies for Fundamental Physics programme. It will develop new algorithms for quantum computers to allow physicists to grapple with complex questions that could help understand how nuclei are formed through reactions in stars. UNIVERSITY RESEARCH NEWS — UNIVERSITY OF SURREY/August […]
Women of Quantum: Biliana Rajevic and Irene Fernández de Fuentes of Quantum Women
Recently, the organization Quantum Women was officially launched. Based in Australia, this professional network provides support, empowerment, and opportunities to women all over the globe who are interested in quantum technology. This organization joins several others out there working to achieve higher diversity in the quantum industry and adjacent fields. To learn more about Quantum […]
UChicago Launches Online Certificate Course in Quantum Science, Networking and Communications
UNIVERSITY NEWS By Eugenia Williamson — This fall, the University of Chicago will launch a seven-week certificate in Quantum Science, Networking and Communications, an online course designed to enlist early-career computer scientists, engineers, and other tech workers in the quantum field. Offered by UChicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, managed by the Chicago Quantum Exchange, […]