NVIDIA Powers World’s Largest Quantum Research Supercomputer
NVIDIA unveiled ABCI-Q, a quantum-GPU supercomputer that supports hybrid workloads with diverse quantum processors. This system advances quantum research in healthcare, energy, and finance. Collaboration with AIST accelerates real-world quantum solutions.
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Keysight Quantum Control System Embedded in 256-Qubit Quantum Computer
Keysight’s Quantum Control System (QCS) is embedded in a new 256-qubit quantum computer by Fujitsu and RIKEN. The system bridges classical and quantum operations with precision. QCS’s modularity and global deployment highlight its adaptability for advancing quantum computing. Keysight continues supporting hybrid quantum-classical architectures for scalable performance.
L&T-Cloudfiniti and QpiAI Form Quantum Tech Partnership
L&T-Cloudfiniti has formed a strategic alliance with QpiAI to deliver scalable quantum computing solutions. This partnership supports India’s National Quantum Mission and targets high-performance applications in logistics, healthcare, and finance. QpiAI’s roadmap includes a 256-qubit system and a future 100 logical qubit machine. L&T brings its digital infrastructure while QpiAI contributes quantum expertise and hardware capabilities.
Open for Business: Heriot-Watt University Unveils New £2.5M Quantum-Enabled Optical Ground Station
Heriot-Watt University has unveiled HOGS, a £2.5 million Optical Ground Station that secures satellite links using quantum key distribution. The facility also monitors space debris and integrates with a live fibre network for rapid prototyping. UK companies can now test next-generation optical communications without hefty infrastructure costs.
May Day! Quantum Computing Sees New Partnerships, AI Advances, and Policy Support
The quantum sector surged forward on May 1, 2025, with fresh collaborations, government support, and AI integration. Xanadu, IonQ, and D-Wave revealed advances, while RPI and policymakers emphasized long-term network and research goals.
QuEra Selected for DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative Stage A
QuEra has been selected for Stage A of DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative. The program evaluates the potential for practical, fault-tolerant quantum computing within a decade. QuEra will showcase its neutral-atom quantum architecture and present its research roadmap for rigorous technical validation.
Rigetti Wins $5.48M Air Force Award to Advance ABAA Quantum Chip Process
Rigetti Computing has been awarded a $5.48 million grant by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research. The project focuses on advancing Rigetti’s Alternating-Bias Assisted Annealing (ABAA) process to address superconducting qubit defects. A consortium including Iowa State University and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory will collaborate on the research. The goal is to scale quantum computing technology through better chip fabrication techniques.
Congress Pushes Major Quantum Computing Bills to Secure U.S. Leadership
Quantum computing is rapidly evolving, and the U.S. Congress is responding with major new bills. Five legislative initiatives aim to boost research, secure communications, and expand manufacturing. With bipartisan support and billions in funding proposed, these bills could reshape America’s tech future.
Understanding the Role of Ancillary Qubits in Quantum Computing
Ancillary qubits work behind the scenes in quantum computing. They detect errors, enable complex gates, and support entanglement. Without them, reliable quantum operations would be impossible.
JPMorgan’s Bold Quantum Computing Initiative Takes Shape
JPMorgan Chase advances practical quantum computing by producing verifiable random numbers, strengthening financial encryption and transaction security. Collaboration with Quantinuum showcases scalable quantum solutions and positions JPMorgan at the forefront of quantum technology adoption in finance.
