Business & Industry
Quantum Motion Partners with GlobalFoundries on Silicon Quantum Chips
Quantum Motion demonstrates a 1024-quantum-dot chip manufactured by GlobalFoundries. The design uses standard semiconductor processes for rapid qubit verification. Bloomsbury highlights silicon as an avenue for larger quantum devices.
LightSolver Charts a New Era in Hybrid Optical Computing
LightSolver merges optical and electronic methods for faster, more energy-efficient computing. Their technology addresses iterative workloads in fields like climate modeling and complex simulations. By integrating photonic hardware with existing silicon structures, LightSolver envisions a unified future for next-generation processors.
Pasqal and Riverlane Collaborate on Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
Pasqal partners with Riverlane to merge neutral atom quantum systems with a specialized quantum error correction stack. Their collaboration aims to overcome reliability barriers by detecting and correcting errors in real time. Together, the two teams foresee industry-wide benefits for fields such as energy storage, pharmaceuticals, and artificial intelligence.
Oxford Ionics, Quanscient, and Airbus Pursue Quantum CFD Simulations
Oxford Ionics, recognized for its trapped-ion quantum computing systems, announced working together with Quanscient, a provider of multiphysics simulation software, and Airbus, an aerospace manufacturer, to develop quantum simulations for computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
IonQ Delivers First Quantum Computer to European Innovation Center
IonQ has delivered its first quantum computer, IonQ Forte Enterprise, to the European Innovation Center in Arlesheim, Switzerland. Operating at a record algorithmic qubit count of #AQ36, the system enhances computational capabilities and marks IonQ’s initial commercial quantum system in Switzerland. The partnership with QuantumBasel strengthens IonQ’s global data center presence and supports advanced research and commercial applications.
QuEra Computing Projects Advance to Phase Two of Quantum for Bio Challenge
QuEra Computing has announced that all three of its research projects have progressed to Phase Two of Wellcome Leap’s Quantum for Bio Challenge. These projects focus on developing quantum computing applications for healthcare and biology, highlighting QuEra’s role in complex scientific fields. Phase Two involves large-scale simulations using classical high-performance computing to validate quantum algorithms.
Pasqal Delivers 100-Qubit Quantum Computer to Jülich Supercomputing Centre
Pasqal has delivered a 100-qubit quantum computer to the Jülich Supercomputing Centre in Germany, enhancing Europe’s quantum computing infrastructure. The system will be integrated with the JURECA DC supercomputer as part of the EuroHPC JU project HPCQS, enabling researchers to solve complex challenges using hybrid classical-quantum resources. This collaboration aims to advance applications in various fields, including drug design and cybersecurity.
AWS Introduces Quantum Embark Program for Quantum Computing Readiness
AWS has announced the Quantum Embark Program, an advisory service to guide customers into quantum computing. The program offers modules to discover use cases, to enable technical learning, and to explore in depth, helping organizations align quantum technology with critical business needs. With expert-led guidance and no long-term commitments, customers can begin their quantum journey in just a few weeks.
Quantum Utility Expanded: IBM Showcases Advanced Quantum Computers
IBM has announced its most advanced quantum systems to date, enhancing its ability to address complex scientific and industrial challenges. Featuring the powerful IBM Quantum Heron processor and improved Qiskit software, IBM pushes quantum systems to new performance levels.
