Insider Brief Researchers have developed the first method for simulating a specific type of error-corrected quantum computation using conventional computers. The new algorithm enables efficient classical simulation of quantum circuits using Gottesman-Kitaev-Preskill (GKP) bosonic codes, which are widely used for error correction. The advance allows researchers to test and validate Read more…
Insider Brief The U.S. National Science Foundation has selected 29 semifinalists for its second NSF Regional Innovation Engines competition, focused on advancing critical technologies through regional coalitions. Among the semifinalists are three quantum-focused teams: QuantumCT (University of Connecticut), Quantum Connected (University of Chicago), and the New Mexico Quantum Moonshot (Elevate Read more…
Insider Brief BTQ Technologies has launched the first publicly accessible Quantum Proof-of-Work Simulator, showcasing a quantum-native mining algorithm that is verifiable on classical hardware and designed to secure digital assets against future quantum threats. The simulator replaces traditional hashing with boson sampling, enabling energy-efficient mining that remains resilient to quantum Read more…
Insider Brief Researchers demonstrated microsecond-scale coherence times in a carbon nanotube quantum circuit, surpassing previous records for carbon- and silicon-based quantum dots. The carbon device integrated into a microwave cavity maintained quantum coherence for up to 1.3 microseconds at 300 millikelvin without external magnetic fields. Analysis suggests cotunneling is the Read more…
Insider Brief A dormant Bitcoin whale transferred $8.6 billion in BTC to modern, more secure wallets, prompting speculation the move was driven by fears of quantum threats rather than market activity. Blockchain firm Arkham and Ledger’s CTO confirmed the transfer was not a sale but a precaution likely triggered by Read more…
Insider Brief The Global Quantum Forum will debut July 23–24, 2025, in Chicago as part of TechChicago Week, convening over 70 global leaders to shape the future of quantum technology through business and policy dialogue. Speakers include Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna, and NYU’s Scott Galloway, with Read more…
Insider Brief India is launching its first indigenous quantum-secure satellite through a partnership between Space TS and Synergy Quantum. The collaboration will develop post-quantum encrypted satellite systems, secure ground infrastructure, and autonomous mission control technologies. The initiative aims to protect national space assets from future quantum cyber threats and support Read more…
Insider Brief IonQ announced a $1.0 billion equity offering, including common stock and pre-funded warrants sold at a 25% premium, along with additional seven-year warrants, in a transaction purchased by Heights Capital Management. The offering will result in IonQ holding approximately $1.68 billion in pro-forma cash as of March 31, Read more…
Insider Brief Groove Quantum secured €10 million in EIC Accelerator funding to scale its germanium-based quantum chip technology. The Delft startup was one of 40 companies selected from over 1,000 applicants to receive a mix of grant and equity support. Groove’s qubits use standard semiconductor processes, aiming to build scalable Read more…
Insider Brief A research team in China has developed a quantum search algorithm that extends Grover’s quadratic speedup to continuous optimization and spectral problems. The algorithm rigorously proves quantum speedup for searches over uncountably infinite solution spaces and establishes a lower bound confirming its optimality. The team also designed a Read more…