Quantum News

Quantum optimisation is moving from theory to targeted impact. This session, led by Alejandro, walks through the field’s evolution, core models, and the real value of hybrid quantum - classical pipelines. From QAOA to annealing, and a worked facility location example, it shows where near-term gains are already possible and where governance must catch up.

Jan 18, 2026

Belden Quantum

Through this collaboration, Belden will play a leading role in advancing practical pathways for quantum-safe networking and critical system resilience.

Dec 8, 2025

BMW Nvidia

Israeli quantum computing startup Classiq has teamed up with NVIDIA and the BMW Group to push the boundaries of mechatronic systems optimisation. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the application of quantum computing within the automotive industry.

Jun 20, 2024

C12 Quantum Nanotubes

French quantum computing startup C12, an innovative spin-off from the Physics Laboratory of the École Normale Supérieure in Paris, has successfully raised €18 million ($19.341 million USD) in its latest funding round.

Jun 20, 2024

QBLOX Funding

In a remarkable stride for quantum technology, Qblox has successfully closed its Series A funding round, securing a substantial $26 million. This investment was led by Quantonation and Invest-NL Deep Tech fund, with additional participation from QDNL participations and the European Innovation Council (EIC).

Jun 20, 2024

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It is not long after the first quantum computer dedicated to the healthcare research officially unveiled, but we have more exciting news! 

Jun 10, 2024

IBM Pasqal

So what would IBM a leading Quantum Computing company and French Quantum platform leader Pasqal, announce a plan to join forces, what IBM already has it's own Quantum computing platform?

Jun 10, 2024

Quantinuum and Chase

The quantum world just got a lot more interesting. Quantinuum, the largest integrated quantum computing company globally, has introduced the industry’s first quantum computer boasting an impressive 56 trapped-ion qubits

Jun 6, 2024

Chinese Quantum Research

The United States of America, in its most recent Entity List under the Export Administration Regulation (EAR), has added 37 quantum research organizations from China restricting them from gaining access to resources from the US. Of the 37 organizations, 22 are China’s top firms within the quantum technology ecosystem.

Jun 2, 2024

Zoom Quantum

Zoom Video Communications, Inc. has announced its launch of post-quantum end-to-end encryption (E2EE) service on Zoom Workplace globally

Jun 2, 2024

China Quantum Chip

A new chip called "Xiaohong" is the biggest quantum computing chip developed in China so far. It was developed by a team of scientists at the Center for Excellence in Quantum Information and Quantum Physics, part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).

Jun 1, 2024

Top 10 online courses for quantum computing

Quantum computing is an evolving field that has sparked a huge global interest due to its massive potential and capabilities. It remains one of the biggest frontiers of technology in the 21st century as governments, institutions, and private companies are all investing in the space and rightfully positioning themselves for the future of computing.

May 31, 2024

 to install first quantum computer

Aramco, a leading global integrated energy and chemicals company that creates value and economic benefits to people and communities worldwide by providing energy supply to them has partnered with Pasqal, a global leader in neutral atom quantum computing technology to deploy the first quantum computer in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.


May 31, 2024

VTT Develops Quantum Algorithms for Hybrid Systems

Finland via the Finnish Technical Resource Center (VTT) is working with CSC, operators of LUMI, a pan-European supercomputer located in CSC’s data center in  Kajaani, Finland to develop quantum algorithm for future applications. 

May 31, 2024

Pasqal, a leading quantum computing company that develops neutral atoms quantum processors in 2D and 3D arrays to bring the realisation of practical quantum computing applications in solving real-world

May 31, 2024

Quantum-Classical Infrastructure Integration

The Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC) at Forschungszentrum Jülich has partnered with Goethe-University Frankfurt, ParTec, and Quantum Machines to develop a 10+ superconducting qubit system and integrate it into their high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure.


May 31, 2024

Amazon Bracket

Amazon and IQM have joined forces to establish IQM’s quantum computing service on Amazon Web Service (AWS) via Amazon Braket, increasing the platform's usefulness. IQM is a global leader in the development of superconducting quantum computers, building…..

May 31, 2024

National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) will release post-quantum or quantum-resistant cryptography

According to The Record, a White House top official, Anne Neuberger, the White House’s top cyber advisor, has reported that the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) will release post-quantum or quantum-resistant cryptography algorithms in the coming weeks.

May 31, 2024

Quantum AGV scheduling

Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are portable robots that follow along marked lines or wires on the floor or use radio waves, vision cameras, magnets, or lasers for navigation to transport heavy materials or items within industrial facilities.

May 31, 2024

Skills for Quantum

Quantum computing is an evolving field that applies quantum mechanics to solve complex computational problems. These problems are deep numeric and systemic problems that are found in almost all areas of life. Consider communication, for example, its applications cut across fibre optics, point-to-point network systems, internet, satellite, and so on. 

May 31, 2024

Bizarre Quantum Effects

A new study published in the journal Science details how researchers from MIT brought two layers of ultracold magnetic atoms at 50 nanometers -the closest distance ever achieved- and its importance in the development of quantum technology

May 23, 2024

Spin Polarons

Scientists unveil direct imaging of spin polarons

A research team from Princeton University directly imaged the microscopic object - a type of polaron or quasiparticle -responsible for kinetic magnetism and reported their finding in the journal Nature


May 22, 2024

Top 10 Innovations in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) for Advanced Security

Quantum key distribution (QKD) is a secure communication process that involves the exchange of encryption keys between two particles within a quantum state in a safe and guaranteed environment. This can enable the encryption (securing) and description (revealing) of messages shared between those two particles.



May 22, 2024

The Major Problems with Quantum Computing  T

The potentials of quantum technology are enormous with applications spanning across healthcare, mobility, sensing, defence and military, aviation, computing, communications, technology, and so on. These and many more are industries that could be revolutionised by quantum technology once it achieves widespread adoption.


May 22, 2024

full-stack software for quantum technology

IBM has been a world leader in the field of quantum technology for years and they have developed various solutions to prove their placement as an industry leader.

May 22, 2024

Top 10 Quantum Technology Companies

These companies have led the revolution of transforming supercomputers that solve computational problems sequentially using bits to quantum computers that have the potential to solve complex computational problems on multiple quantum states using qubits.

May 22, 2024

Top 10 universities in the world to study quantum technology

Quantum Technology is one of the most difficult fields to understand due to the level of complexities that are involved in it. Understanding concepts in any quantum-related field takes years of study to get a full grasp of it as well as years of research to come up with meaningful progress.



May 21, 2024

high-fidelity quantum teleportation

How researchers from the University of Turku and USTC achieved high-fidelity quantum teleportation


May 19, 2024

Germany and Japan implement NVIDIA’s quantum software

Germany and Japan implement NVIDIA’s quantum software platform to enhance quantum technology initiatives

May 19, 2024

 GPS jamming using pioneering quantum technology

The UK achieves prevention of GPS jamming using pioneering quantum technology by Infleqtion

May 15, 2024

MicroSoft Quantum

A massive leap in quantum computing: Microsoft and Quantinuum achieve 800x fault-tolerance with logical qubits

May 14, 2024

Chase Bank Quantum Network Test

JPMorgan Chase has marked a significant advancement in the field of cybersecurity by testing Q-CAN on their network.

May 13, 2024

Hybrid Quantum Computing

Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PSNC), ORCA Computing, and NVIDIA partner to accelerate the development of Hybrid Quantum Classical High-Performance Computing.

May 13, 2024

The future holds immense promise for quantum technology across various fields, including cryptography and security, optimisation, drug discovery, machine learning…..

May 13, 2024

Electron Spin

The electron’s spin is truly a perfect candidate for a quantum bit (qubit) – a basic unit of information in quantum computing. Many researchers are trying to find suitable qubits for specific applications. One of them is a research group led by Josep Orenstein at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

May 13, 2024

Australia Invest in PSI Quantum

The Australian Government has announced that it will be investing in PsQuantum, a US company based in Palo Alto California. This investment is valued at 940M AUD (650M USD) and the structure will be a mixture of grant, equity, and loans - here is why…

May 11, 2024

Perdue University Quantum

Purdue University is bringing together leading researchers to collaborate with industry, government, and academia to develop chip-scale quantum systems to power the technology of the future

May 11, 2024

Quantum Network

Tom Dakich, CEO of Quantum Corridor makes a case for the adoption of Quantum Communication (QComm)

May 11, 2024

quantum biotechnology

Quantum technology could revolutionise the early detection of diseases and here is why

May 10, 2024

quantum anomalous Hall state

Observation of fractional quantum anomalous Hall states using photons: A breakthrough research by Chinese scientists at USTC

May 10, 2024

post-quantum cryptography library

As quantum technology reaches its potential it has the likelihood of being able to crack the majority of existing security codes because of the way that such security systems are mathematically constructed - this is how its fixed

May 9, 2024

Quantum Resource Estimator

PsiQuantum has recently unveiled its latest advancements in quantum computing tools: the Quantum Resource Estimation Format (QREF) and the beta version of Bartiq, a Quantum Resource Estimator.

May 8, 2024

quantum economic-development consortium

Twenty-two quantum technologies showcased by the Quantum Economic Development Consortium on Capitol Hill

May 8, 2024

Quantum Computing Control

A network architecture by Photonics Inc and Zurich Instruments may help scale quantum networks around the globe and provides quantum algorithm services to solve complex computational problems.

May 8, 2024

Groundbreaking development of Ultra-Pure Silicon Chips could change everything

The Universities of Melbourne and Manchester have collaborated to develop an ultra-pure Silicon chip for quantum computing. This breakthrough research could enhance the potential for the production of scalable and accurate quantum computers.

May 8, 2024

Quantum Computing: Is this the future of computing?

What is Quantum Computing? Quantum computing is the application of quantum mechanical theories in technology to solve complex problems (defined as problems with multi-dimensional variables) and have information stored as quantum bits or qubits. 


May 8, 2024

Just a few weeks after announcing a €2.5M European Union grant, Paris based Welinq have formed a partnership with French Quantum Computer Hardware company Pasqal to interconnect quantum processors in an effort to address the current scalability issue of quantum computation.  Welinq uses quantum memories to synchronize the signals emitted by the processors and have them run at the same pace.

Image courtesy of quantonation.com

Apr 24, 2024

Quantum Radar: Revolutionizing Detection and Surveillance

Quantum Radar: Revolutionising Detection and Surveillance

Quantum radar represents​ a paradigm shift​ іn the landscape​ оf surveillance and detection technologies, blending the peculiarities​ оf quantum mechanics with the pragmatic demands​ оf radar systems. This conceptual synthesis promises enhancements​ іn detection capabilities, notably​ іn stealth and precision, heralding​ a new era​ іn national security and aerospace engineering. The exploration​ оf quantum radar unfolds across theoretical underpinnings, practical challenges, geopolitical implications, and future prospects, offering​ a comprehensive narrative that caters​ tо innovators, policymakers, and investors alike.

Quantum radar represents a cutting-edge technological advancement poised to redefine modern warfare and surveillance. Its development signifies a leap in how militaries and security agencies detect, track, and identify objects over vast distances, underpinning a strategic advantage that could alter global defence dynamics. This article explores the essence of quantum radar, its operational mechanisms, the combat advantages it offers, current deployment strategies, recent innovations, and the investment landscape surrounding this revolutionary technology.

Apr 2, 2024

Quantum Gates

Introduction

Quantum computing represents one​ оf the most fascinating frontiers​ оf technology, promising​ tо revolutionize our computational capabilities far beyond the limits​ оf classical computing.​ At the core​ оf this revolution are quantum gates, quantum walks, and quantum annealing​ – three pivotal concepts that each play​ a unique role​ іn the quantum computing paradigm. These concepts underscore the diversity​ оf approaches within quantum computing, offering various pathways​ tо harness the peculiarities​ оf quantum mechanics for solving complex problems. This article delves into the structure, application, and strengths​ оf quantum gates, quantum walks, and quantum annealing, providing​ a comprehensive comparison​ tо illuminate the landscape​ оf quantum computing.

Feb 1, 2024

Quantum Data Storage Challanges, Innovations and Limitations

Problems with quantum data storage

In the swiftly evolving landscape​ оf quantum computing, the challenges​ оf post-quantum data processing and storage emerge​ as critical hurdles​ tо​ be surmounted.​

Jan 31, 2024

Analog Quantum Hybrid Computing

In the world​ оf computing, the juxtaposition​ оf analog and quantum paradigms opens​ a fascinating discourse​ оn the nature​ оf computation itself. Analog computers, relics​ оf computing history, are making​ a surprising comeback, interfacing with the cutting-edge realm​ оf quantum computing. This resurgence​ іs not just​ a nostalgic nod​ tо the past but​ a strategic exploration​ оf how the continuous data processing capabilities​ оf analog systems can complement the probabilistic nature​ оf quantum computing. This article delves into the fundamental differences between analog computing and quantum superposition, examines the synergies and challenges​ оf integrating analog with quantum technologies, and illuminates the potential benefits and applications​ оf this interdisciplinary approach.

Jan 31, 2024

Quantum Operating System

This article delves into the essence of quantum methodologies and frameworks, exploring their structure, operational mechanisms, potential applications, benefits, and the challenges they present.

Jan 31, 2024

Quantum Key Distribution

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital security, quantum key technology emerges as a groundbreaking innovation

Jan 30, 2024

Quantum optics, a field at the intersection of quantum physics and optical science, is driving a revolution in how we process, transmit, and manipulate information. By harnessing the quantum behaviors of light, this technology opens new frontiers in communication, computing, and sensing, presenting lucrative opportunities for investors keen on being at the forefront of the next technological leap. This article explores the basics of quantum optics, its applications, current innovations, and the investment landscape surrounding this promising field.

Jan 30, 2024

Graphine Chips for Quantum Computing

Graphene chips for quantum computing could change the industry and here is why

Jan 30, 2024

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