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By Rob Ford, 5WPR Managing Partner & EVP In the quantum computing sector, an industry moving at breakneck speed with dense, often opaque science, communication is as critical as computation. A press release, when used right, can be powerful. But many companies miss the mark by aiming it at the wrong audience or using it for the wrong purpose. A press release is not catch-all content. It has a job: to inform the press of something newsworthy. If it doesn’t clear that bar, dressing it up in PR format won’t help, it just adds to the noise journalists are trying to [...]

by Doug Finke A few weeks ago, the Chinese organization known as DeepSeek surprised the AI community by releasing its first free chatbot app, based on the DeepSeek-R1 model with capabilities that are in the same ballpark as those of ChatGPT and other chatbots with a training cost that was a fraction of the cost it has taken to train other AI models at a claimed $5.8 million. The team used fewer and less advanced NVIDIA chips than the other models but compensated for this by using innovative techniques such as using 8 bit instead of 32 bit tokens, a mixture-of-experts architecture, reinforcement [...]

One of the philosophies that we practice at the Quantum Computing Report by GQI is to serve as a low pass filter to calm down high frequency reactions oscillating between irrational exuberance and extreme pessimism regarding the future of quantum technology. There has been a lot of that recently with Google's announcement of their progress with the Willow chip versus the recent statement by Jensen Huang, NVIDIA CEO, regarding his view on the future trajectory of quantum computing. Our assessment is that in both cases the stock market has been overreacting. So to start off, we think it is useful to [...]

IonQ, in collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), has introduced a hybrid quantum algorithm that significantly enhances the efficiency of quantum optimization tasks. Based on Quantum Imaginary Time Evolution (QITE), the algorithm reduces the number of two-qubit gates required by over 85% for a 28-qubit problem compared to the Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm (QAOA). This improvement was validated using IonQ’s Aria and Forte quantum systems. The new algorithm offers superior noise tolerance, making it particularly effective for solving complex combinatorial optimization problems. Its development aligns with the growing demand for practical quantum computing applications in areas such as energy grid [...]

© Boykov/Shutterstock/FOTODOM Researchers at Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU) and the Russian Quantum Center have developed Russia's first prototype of a 50-qubit quantum computer based on neutral rubidium atoms. This milestone aligns with Russia's 2020 Quantum Computing Roadmap, which targets the creation of a quantum system with a minimum of 50 qubits by the end of 2024. The prototype utilizes single rubidium atoms trapped in optical tweezers formed by focused laser beams. An experimental test of the system was conducted on December 19, 2024. According to the MSU Physics Department’s Quantum Technologies Center, the prototype features a quantum register of 50 [...]

Qolab, Inc., a company developing superconducting quantum computing, announced the successful close of its Series A financing round, raising over $16 million. The round was led by Octave Ventures, with significant co-investment from the Development Bank of Japan Inc. (DBJ), the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF), and Phoenix Venture Partners (PVP). This investment will accelerate Qolab’s mission to develop scalable and reliable quantum computing systems for real-world applications. The funding will enable Qolab to enhance its team of quantum scientists and engineers, accelerate the development of its high-coherence qubit technology, and expand its superconducting quantum processors' scalability. By collaborating with industry [...]

Credit: A bird's-eye view of quantum error correction and fault tolerance by Arthur Pesah In a sign that the wave of error correction research we saw in 2024 will not only continue but accelerate in 2025, three new error correction papers, two from Google AI and one from a Harvard/MIT/QuEra team, have been posted on arXiv showing continued advancements from some of their previous research. The first paper from Google is titled Scaling and logic in the color code on a superconducting quantum processor which shows the results of their implementation of a different error code on their recently announced Willow [...]

Synergy Quantum, a global leader in quantum-secure communication technologies, has deployed its state-of-the-art Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) at the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), India. This collaboration bolsters India’s cryptographic resilience and enhances Post-Quantum Encryption (PQE) capabilities. At the heart of the QRNG lies Synergy Quantum’s proprietary DISC™ protocol (Source-Device Independent Self-Certification), which uses quantum photonics to ensure true, verifiable randomness. Unlike traditional methods, this approach eliminates vulnerabilities, providing secure and scalable randomness for critical cryptographic applications. The QRNG will play a pivotal role in securing India's communications infrastructure, offering uncompromising security and high-performance key generation essential for [...]

In a pioneering move for quantum technology, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the National University of Singapore (NUS) have launched AQSolotl, a deep-tech startup presenting CHRONOS-Q—a state-of-the-art quantum controller designed to integrate classical computing systems with quantum computers. This innovation positions Singapore at the forefront of the global quantum ecosystem, with wide-ranging applications across industries. CHRONOS-Q tackles the complexity of controlling quantum computers by acting as a translator between classical and quantum systems. It enables efficient control via standard computing devices, features an intuitive interface, and significantly reduces operational barriers, paving the way for broader adoption. Its modular, compact design ensures [...]