Google Study Shows Quantum Computer Can Learn From Its Own Errors While It Computes
Insider Brief A Google-led research team has demonstrated a quantum computer that continuously learns from its own errors while it is running, replacing one of the biggest operational bottlenecks in quantum computing with an artificial intelligence system that adapts as conditions change. The study, published in Nature, describes a reinforcement learning system that uses the […]
Google Seeks University Proposals for Early Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
Insider Brief Google is seeking university researchers to help solve two of quantum computing’s most immediate challenges, launching academic funding calls focused on developing useful algorithms for early fault-tolerant quantum computers and securing the systems that control them. The new funding opportunities, announced as part of Google’s Academic Research Awards program, reflect two priorities that […]
QuTech Releases Tuna-17 Superconducting Quantum Computer Through Quantum Inspire
Insider Brief Press release – QuTech, in collaboration with the Delft quantum technology ecosystem, has released Tuna-17: a new open-architecture superconducting quantum computer designed to advance Europe’s publicly accessible quantum computing capabilities. Developed by QuTech at TU Delft, Tuna-17 is now available worldwide through the Quantum Inspire cloud platform, offering free and open access to […]
Application Period Open: Fraunhofer Seeks Industry Partners for Quantum Computing Use Cases
Insider Brief PRESS RELEASE — INQUBATOR, Fraunhofer’s quantum computing consulting and testing center, offers businesses an practical and cost-effective access to quantum computing. Starting immediately, companies of all sizes can apply with their use cases to develop customized solutions in collaboration with Fraunhofer partners and test the potential of quantum algorithms. The application deadline is […]
Robert Loredo Named Executive Director of FAU Center for Quantum Technologies
Insider Brief Press release – Robert Loredo has been named executive director of the Florida Atlantic University Center for Quantum Technologies. In this role, Loredo will lead the university’s growing quantum computing enterprise at a pivotal moment as FAU expands its research infrastructure, workforce development efforts, and industry partnerships centered on next-generation computing technologies. He will oversee […]
Dr Ilana Wisby joins Cambridge Innovation Capital as Entrepreneur in Residence
Insider Brief Press release – Cambridge Innovation Capital (CIC), the Cambridge-based VC firm investing in the UK’s highest-potential deep tech and life sciences companies, has appointed Dr Ilana Wisby, the founding CEO of Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC), to its Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIR) programme. Dr Ilana Wisby joins CIC after seven years leading OQC, one […]
Shanghai Quantum Sensing Startup Raises Angel Funding to Expand Navigation And Gas Detection Products
Insider Brief A Shanghai quantum sensing startup has raised an angel funding round worth tens of millions of yuan — or millions of dollars U.S. — as it looks to scale commercial production of quantum sensors for navigation and industrial monitoring, underscoring growing investor interest in one of the most commercially mature areas of quantum […]
Xanadu Accelerates U.S. Growth with New York State Office
Insider Brief Press release – Xanadu Quantum Technologies Limited (“Xanadu”; NASDAQ/TSX: XNDU), a leading photonic quantum computing company, today announced a significant expansion of its U.S. operations, anchored by its growing presence in Albany, New York. Albany has emerged as a hub for global innovation in quantum computing and advanced semiconductor research, positioning it as […]
Quantum Rings, qBraid Partner to Expand Free Access to Quantum Hardware
Insider Brief PRESS RELEASE — Quantum Rings, a leader in quantum developer tools whose toolchain lets any developer run quantum workloads anywhere, and qBraid (Chicago, Illinois), a leader in quantum-cloud computing, announced a partnership today to make Quantum Rings’ Open Quantum platform available within qBraid Lab. Through this collaboration, tens of thousands of qBraid users […]
QIZ Security Raises $17 Million Seed to Lead Cyber Readiness For The Post-Quantum Era
Insider Brief PRESS RELEASE — QIZ Security, the cryptographic posture and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) management platform, today announced a $17 million seed round led by Bessemer Venture Partners and Merlin Ventures, with participation from, Evolution Equity Partners, Qbeat Ventures, Singtel Innov8 and Qino Cyber Capital. The funding will accelerate QIZ‘s rapid growth, deepen product development, and expand the […]