Insider Brief Google CEO Sundar Pichai said practical quantum computers are at least five to ten years away, comparing their current stage to AI’s early development in the 2010s, Bloomberg reports. Despite billions in investment from governments and corporations, quantum computing remains in the research phase, with debate over when Read more…
Insider Brief Phoenix has partnered with Origin Quantum to integrate its 72-qubit superconducting quantum chip into a decentralized AI and compute network, aiming to make quantum computing more accessible. The partnership builds on Origin Quantum’s “Wukong” superconducting quantum computer, which features 72 working qubits and 126 coupler qubits, supporting applications Read more…
Insider Brief: The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research awarded €1.8 million (approximately $1.87 million) to Dr. Werner Dobrautz for qHPC-GREEN, a project using quantum-enhanced high-performance computing to improve sustainable chemistry. The research focuses on nitrogen fixation, a key process for fertilizer production, and intends to develop biocatalysts that Read more…
Insider Brief Quantum Circuits, Inc. announced that its partner Algorithmiq is accelerating drug discovery using the Aqumen Seeker quantum computing system. Algorithmiq develops quantum algorithms that improve molecular simulations and enable faster, complex calculations beyond classical computing capabilities. Quantum Circuits’ dual-rail qubit technology provides built-in error detection, supporting more reliable Read more…
Insider Brief: Pasqal announced 15 finalists for “The Blaise Pascal Quantum Challenge” hackathon, where over 800 participants from 70+ countries developed quantum AI solutions for energy, resource efficiency, and healthcare sustainability. Finalists will receive specialized training in Pasqal’s neutral-atom quantum technologies to refine their projects, which align with the United Read more…
Insider Brief: BTQ Technologies and Coxwave partnered to develop AI-driven chatbots for quantum education and research, supported by a $117,000 grant from South Korea’s “AI Voucher” program. The collaboration will produce two AI-powered tools: AI Tutor, which simplifies quantum concepts for the public, and AI Assistant, which helps researchers analyze Read more…
Insider Brief QuSecure has secured $28 million in Series A funding, led by Two Bear Capital with Accenture Ventures participating, to advance its quantum-resistant cybersecurity solutions and expand its market presence. The rise of quantum computing threatens traditional encryption methods, prompting government mandates such as the National Security Memorandum and Read more…
Insider Brief TreQ has opened its UK headquarters and production facility at Milton Park Innovation Centre in Oxfordshire to support the development of quantum computing systems. The facility will serve as a base for TreQ’s core engineering team and enable the company to deploy its first quantum computing system in Read more…
Insider Brief Quantum Dice and Thales have launched a quantum random number generator (QRNG)-backed Hardware Security Module (HSM) to enhance cryptographic security for enterprise customers. The integrated solution combines Thales’ Luna HSM with Quantum Dice’s Quantum Entropy-as-a-Service (QEaaS) and patented DISC protocol, allowing real-time verification of cryptographic key security. The Read more…
Insider Brief Bluefors has launched the Ultra-Compact LD, a space-efficient dilution refrigerator system integrating all essential components for quantum device cooling. The system features low-vibration operation, noise reduction of 8-14 dB, and an integrated 19” rack with 10U for measurement electronics. Based on the widely used Bluefors LD, the Ultra-Compact Read more…