Recent news items published within the last 6 months on quantum computing developments are listed below. Click on the hyperlinked item to go to the press release or news article for more details. For older news items published in 2024 click here, for 2023 click here, for 2022 click here, for 2021 click here, for 2020 click here, for 2019 click here, for 2018 click here, and for items published in 2015-2017, click here.
February 22, 2025
Who’s News: Management Updates at Quantum Brilliance, Riverlane, QAI Ventures, Quantum Computing Inc., and QuSecure
Quantum Brilliance has appointed a new Chief Operating Officer. Riverlane has recruited a new Vice President of QEC Community. QAI Ventures has added a Chief Marketing Officer. Quantum Computing Inc. has a new Chairman of the Board. And QuSecure has named a new CEO. Read the article covering these management changes here.
February 21, 2025
EeroQ Advances Qubit Readout for their Electrons-on-Helium Qubits with Novel Microwave Resonators
EeroQ has developed new microwave resonators designed to enhance the speed and accuracy of qubit readout in its electrons-on-helium quantum computing platform. Published in Physical Review Applied, the research demonstrates resonators fabricated using titanium nitride, a superconducting material with high kinetic inductance, which significantly improves measurement speed. The resonators integrate seamlessly with EeroQ’s CMOS-based quantum devices and exhibit microwave responses accurately predicted by theoretical models, validating their reliability. View the remainder of our article about this here.
February 21, 2025
IonQ Develops a Miniaturized, Room Temperature Ion Trap Vacuum Package Extreme High Vacuum (XHV) Technology
IonQ has developed a next-generation ion trap vacuum package prototype that leverages Extreme High Vacuum (XHV) technology to enable compact, room-temperature quantum systems. The innovation eliminates the need for cryogenic cooling, reducing energy consumption and operational costs. The system achieves vacuum levels comparable to those on the Moon’s surface, using a novel assembly chamber and advanced manufacturing techniques, including material selection, optics, and micro-scale welding. See the remainder of our story here which describes some of the benefits that this new packaging technology will bring.
February 21, 2025
Government of Canada Invests CA$8.1M ($5.7M USD) in Sherbrooke’s Quantum Sector
The Government of Canada, through Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), has announced a CA$8.1M ($5.7M USD) investment to bolster Sherbrooke’s quantum technology ecosystem. The funding supports four key organizations: Distriq, the Quebec Digital and Quantum Innovation Platform (PINQ2), the Accélérateur de création d’entreprises technologiques (ACET), and Nord Quantique. This initiative aligns with Canada’s National Quantum Strategy, aimed at strengthening the country’s leadership in quantum technologies. For details including how much funding each organization received, see the rest of our story here.
February 21, 2025
Quantum eMotion Secures CA$6M ($4.22M USD) in Brokered Private Placement for Quantum Security Innovation
Quantum eMotion Corp. (QeM) has announced a brokered private placement led by A.G.P. Canada Investments ULC, raising CA$6 million ($4.22 million USD) in gross proceeds. The offering, priced at CA$0.75 per unit, includes one common share and one warrant, with each warrant allowing the purchase of an additional share at CA$1.10 for three years. The funds will accelerate the company’s research and development (R&D) efforts, expand its R&D team, and support commercialization initiatives. Details about this offering can be seen in the rest of our article here.
February 21, 2025
Silicon Quantum Computing Demonstrates 98.9% Accuracy in Grover’s Algorithm Execution Using Qubits with Phosphorus Atoms Placed into Silicon
Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) has achieved 98.9% accuracy in executing Grover’s algorithm without error correction, as published in Nature Nanotechnology on February 20, 2025. The result highlights the performance of SQC’s qubits, which are formed from phosphorus atoms embedded in pure silicon, offering longer coherence times, higher stability, and lower error rates compared to many artificially manufactured qubits. View the rest of our story here for more about SQC’s technical approach.
February 21, 2025
Northeastern University Researcher Wins $500K Award to Research Reducing QC Costs and Size by Using CryoCMOS Chips and Replacing Ferrite Circulators
Aravind Nagulu, an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at Northeastern University, has received a $500,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award to advance quantum computing hardware. Nagulu’s lab is working to address key challenges in quantum computing, such as the need for extremely low temperatures. This requires integrating compact, low-power circuits into dilution refrigerators, which cool quantum chips to near absolute zero. Additionally, his team is developing time-modulated superconducting circulators to replace bulky, expensive ferrite components, enabling more efficient use of space and resources. Click here for more about this award.
February 21, 2025
Phasecraft and Quantinuum Partner to Utilize Phasecraft’s Algorithms with Quantinuum’s Hardware
Quantum algorithms company Phasecraft has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Quantinuum. The collaboration aims to combine Phasecraft’s cutting-edge quantum algorithms with Quantinuum’s state-of-the-art hardware to accelerate the path to quantum advantage. See the details in our story here.
February 20, 2025
CEA and Quobly Demonstrate 18.5μW/qubit Cryo-CMOS Readout with QAM Multiplexing for Spin Qubits
CEA-Leti, in collaboration with Quobly, CEA-List, and CEA-Irig, has unveiled a cryo-CMOS charge-readout IC capable of simultaneous microsecond readouts for multiple qubits, achieving a record-low power consumption of 18.5μW per qubit. Presented at ISSCC 2025, the solution leverages FD-SOI CMOS technology and a capacitive-feedback transimpedance amplifier (CTIA) to enable 4- and 16-point quadrature-amplitude modulation (QAM), significantly reducing power use by 10x and footprint by 2x compared to existing methods. View the rest of our story about this here which describes some of the potential advantages with the approach taken in the design of this chip.
February 20, 2025
QuTech Demonstrates Universal Control of Four Qubits in 4×2 Germanium Quantum Dot Array
A team at QuTech, a collaboration between TU Delft and TNO, has demonstrated the initialization, readout, and universal control of four qubits encoded in eight germanium quantum dots. Published in Nature Nanotechnology and featured on its February issue cover, this work marks a significant step toward scalable quantum computing using semiconductor qubits. The researchers created a 4×2 array of quantum dots, enabling precise control and coupling of four qubits, a critical requirement for large-scale quantum systems. Click here for more.
February 20, 2025
American Binary Launches CNSA 2.0-Compliant Quantum-Resistant VPN to Counter “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” Attacks
American Binary has introduced Ambit Client, the first enterprise VPN solution fully compliant with the NSA’s CNSA 2.0 standard for quantum resistance. Designed to counter “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” (HNDL) attacks, Ambit Client ensures complete protection across all four cryptographic components required by CNSA 2.0: digital signatures, key exchange, bulk encryption (AEAD), and hashing. This includes the implementation of ML-KEM 1024 cryptography, which is mathematically proven to resist both classical and quantum attacks. For more about this quantum safe VPN solution, read the rest of our article about it here.
February 20, 2025
QED-C Members Advance Cryogenic Technologies for Quantum Systems
The Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C) has announced significant progress in cryogenic technologies, supported by a NIST-funded R&D program. Four QED-C members—FormFactor, Northrop Grumman, Quantum Opus, and Triton Systems—have achieved advancements in cryogenics, a critical enabler for quantum computing, sensing, and communication systems. The $877,000 program, co-funded by NIST and the participating companies, has driven innovations in energy-efficient, compact, and cost-effective cryogenic solutions. Read more about this program in our story here.
February 20, 2025
Dutch Materiel and IT Command Launches Quantum Challenges to Drive Defence Innovation
The Materiel and IT Command (COMMIT) of the Dutch Ministry of Defence has officially launched the Quantum Challenges, an initiative aimed at addressing technical and operational quantum challenges through innovative solutions. Six participants, including start-ups, knowledge institutes, and universities such as QuiX Quantum, TNO, and Eindhoven University of Technology, were selected to collaborate on this eight-month project. Additional information about this Quantum Challenge can be seen in our article here.
February 19, 2025
Kipu Quantum and IBM Introduce New Optimization Function in Qiskit Functions Catalog
Kipu Quantum has partnered with IBM Quantum to launch a new optimization function in the Qiskit Functions Catalog, a platform designed to simplify quantum application workflows. The new function, “Iskay Quantum Optimizer,” leverages Kipu Quantum’s Bias-Field Digitized Counterdiabatic Quantum Optimization BF-DCQO algorithm algorithm, offering a powerful tool for solving complex optimization problems on IBM’s quantum hardware. To learn more about this new algorithm as well as the Qiskit Functions Catalog, click here to read the remainder of our report on this.
February 19, 2025
Microsoft Announces Development of Its First Operational Topological Qubit Device
Read our full report on this announcement from Microsoft here.
February 18, 2025
Infleqtion Announces Reaching a 256 Neutral Atom Array Milestone in the UK
Infleqtion has created a 16×16 neutral atom array, the largest of its kind in the UK, as part of the Scalable Quantum Atomic Lattice computing tEstbed (SQALE) project. This 256 neutral atom array, developed at the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) Harwell Campus, represents an advancement in scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computing using neutral atom platforms. View the rest of this story here.
February 18, 2025
PROMISE Project Launches Next-Generation Quantum Imaging Sensors for Industrial Applications with a Budget of €5.28 Million ($5.5M USD)
The PROMISE (PROtotypes of Magnetic Imaging Systems for Europe) project, started on January 1, 2025, aims to advance nitrogen-vacancy (NV) based quantum imaging sensors to a pre-industrial Technology Readiness Level (TRL7). The initiative focuses on developing widefield magnetometers that offer unprecedented speed, accuracy, and practicality for real-world applications in semiconductor metrology, materials engineering, and biotechnology. The project will end on August 31, 2028. The project has a total cost of €5.28 million ($5.5M USD) of which €4.7 million ($8.14M USD) is funded by the European Union. For more about this project, see the article we have posted here which include information about the ten organizations participating in the project.
February 18, 2025
D-Wave and Staque Develop a Hybrid-Quantum Application for Autonomous Agriculture Vehicles
D-Wave Quantum Inc. and Staque have developed a hybrid-quantum application to optimize the movements of autonomous agricultural vehicles. Supported by Verge Ag and Canada’s DIGITAL Global Innovation Cluster, the application simulates and optimizes in-field operations for autonomous and semi-autonomous machines, addressing complex routing challenges that classical computing struggles to solve efficiently. Click here for more.
February 18, 2025 – News Brief
QURECA and IMPACTIFI Partner to Expand Quantum Workforce Training
QURECA, a leader in quantum education, and IMPACTIFI, a specialist in business growth and technology training, have formed a strategic partnership to advance quantum workforce development. The collaboration will deliver tailored training programs, strategic sessions, and events to prepare businesses, academia, and government agencies for the quantum era. The partnership will expand QURECA’s quantum training courses across Florida and the U.S., focusing on practical, industry-relevant education. Key initiatives include developing “quantum-ready journey” sessions to guide organizations in adopting quantum technologies and organizing events to highlight commercial and educational opportunities in the quantum sector. The collaboration addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals as quantum technologies evolve. By combining QURECA’s expertise in quantum education with IMPACTIFI’s workforce development initiatives, the partnership aims to bridge the gap between technological advancements and industry readiness. For more information, visit QURECA’s press release here.
February 17, 2025
Mattermost and Qrypt Partner for Quantum-Secure Defense Communications
Mattermost and Qrypt have announced a joint solution for quantum-secure communications, unveiled at the 2025 DoD Cybersecurity & SAP IT Summit. This collaboration aims to safeguard defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure communications against emerging cyber threats, including quantum computing and AI-driven cryptanalysis. Qrypt’s quantum entropy-based encryption strengthens long-term data security, while Mattermost’s secure collaboration platform enhances resilience against cyber threats. The solution offers future-proof encryption, crypto-agility, and robust defense against data interception and manipulation. Read our full article here which includes additional comments about this new partnership.
February 15, 2025 – News Brief
$2.5 Billion Department of Energy Quantum Leadership Act of 2025 Introduced in the U.S. Senate
U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Steve Daines (R-MT) have introduced this bill in the 119th U.S. Congress to advance the funding for quantum technology research, development, workforce development, demonstration, and commercialization in the United States. Additional cosponsors of this bipartisan bill include U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Todd Young (R-IN). The proposed funding would exceed $2.5 billion for U.S. fiscal years 2026-2030. Read the details here.
February 15, 2025 – News Brief
Rigetti’s Ankaa-3 QPU Now Available on Amazon Braket
In December we reported that Rigetti had made available its latest 82 qubit processor called Ankaa-3 on its own Quantum Cloud Services Platform (QCS). Now AWS has announced this processor is also now available through its Amazon Braket service. The Ankaa-3 provides improved qate fidelity, fast operation, and other features compared to Rigetti’s previous machines. Additional information about Rigetti’s processor availability on Braket is available here.
February 14, 2025
Center for Advanced Systems Understanding (CASUS) Scientist Awarded €1.8 Million ($1.9M USD) for Quantum-Enhanced Catalysis Research
Dr. Werner Dobrautz, a junior research group leader at the Center for Advanced Systems Understanding (CASUS), has been awarded €1.8 million ($1.9M USD) by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) under its “Quantum Future” program. The funding will support his project, “qHPC-GREEN”, which aims to develop quantum-enhanced high-performance computing (HPC) methods to model strongly correlated quantum systems, with applications in sustainable catalysis and energy transition. Dobrautz’s research focuses on understanding biocatalysts, such as the enzyme nitrogenase, which facilitates biological nitrogen fixation—a process with potential to revolutionize sustainable fertilizer production. Click here to view the remainder o the article which describes the divide-and-conquer approach that he will be using for this problem.
February 14, 2025
Quantum Dice and Thales Launch QRNG-Backed HSM for Post-Quantum Security
Quantum Dice and Thales have introduced a QRNG-backed Hardware Security Module (HSM), integrating Quantum Dice’s patented DISC™ protocol with the Thales Luna HSM. This solution enables real-time verification and quantification of cryptographic key security, providing strong protection for current encryption needs while facilitating a seamless transition to post-quantum security. Read the remainder of our article here to view comments on the importance of incorporating QRNG technology and the significance of integrating it into enterprise hardware security.
February 14, 2025
QuSecure Expands Series A Funding to $28M, Appoints New CEO
QuSecure has secured additional Series A funding, raising the total to $28 million. The round was led by Two Bear Capital, with participation from Accenture Ventures, to support product development, go-to-market expansion, and adoption of its post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions across government, financial, and critical infrastructure sectors. Read our article here.
February 13, 2025
SEALSQ Advances Quantum-Safe Cybersecurity with Strategic Investments and Partnerships
SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES) has allocated up to $20 million to invest in startups specializing in quantum computing, Quantum-as-a-Service (QaaS), and AI-driven semiconductor technologies. This initiative, part of SEALSQ’s Quantum Roadmap, aims to address the urgent need for post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) solutions as quantum computing threatens traditional encryption methods like RSA and ECC (Elliptical Curve Cryptography). Additional information about some of SEALSQ’s quantum investments and quantum projects is available here.
February 13, 2025
Bluefors Launches Ultra-Compact LD Dilution Refrigerator for Quantum Research
Bluefors has launched the Ultra-Compact LD, a space-efficient dilution refrigerator system designed for quantum research labs with limited space. The system integrates a Bluefors LD cryostat, Gas Handling System Generation 2 and pulse tube compressor into a single compact unit, offering 10U rack space for measurement electronics. Read our article here which lists some of the key features of this new dilution refrigerator.
February 13, 2025
QphoX, Rigetti, and Qblox Demonstrate Optical Readout Technique for Superconducting Qubits
A collaborative study by QphoX, Rigetti Computing, and Qblox, published in Nature Physics, demonstrates the successful optical readout of superconducting qubits using a microwave-to-optical transducer. This breakthrough addresses a critical scalability challenge in quantum computing by replacing bulky coaxial cables with compact, low-heat optical fibers, enabling the operation of large-scale quantum processors. View the rest of our report about this study here.
February 13, 2025
Forschungszentrum Jülich Acquires a D-Wave Quantum Computer
Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZJ) has become the first high-performance computing (HPC) center globally to acquire a D-Wave Advantage™ quantum annealing system. The system, featuring over 5,000 qubits and 15-way connectivity, will be integrated into the Jülich UNified Infrastructure for Quantum computing (JUNIQ) and connected to JUPITER, Europe’s first exascale supercomputer. This integration aims to advance research in artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum optimization, tackling some of the world’s most complex computational challenges. Read additional details here.
February 13, 2025
Q-CTRL Expands to San Francisco, Strengthening U.S. Quantum Technology Presence
Q-CTRL has expanded its U.S. presence with a new office in San Francisco, reinforcing its role as a key player in quantum control infrastructure software. The move positions the company within Silicon Valley’s deep-tech ecosystem, enhancing collaboration with industry partners, attracting top talent, and strengthening its global footprint. The office will support teams across product development, engineering, research, and sales, aligning with Q-CTRL’s strategic growth in the enterprise and government sectors. Click here to read more about this.
February 12, 2025
Algorithmiq Leverages Quantum Circuits’ Aqumen Seeker for Accelerated Drug Discovery
Algorithmiq, a European quantum algorithm company focused on life sciences, is partnering with Quantum Circuits, Inc. to enhance drug discovery using the full-stack quantum computing system Aqumen Seeker. This collaboration enables more accurate chemistry calculations by leveraging Seeker’s industry-first dual-rail qubits with built-in error detection. Click here for more.
February 11, 2025
Xairos Secures $1.9M SpaceWERX SBIR Contract for Quantum and Optical Timing Solution
Xairos Systems has secured a $1.9 million Direct-to-Phase II SBIR contract from SpaceWERX to develop a fusion Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) solution that integrates quantum and optical clock synchronization. This effort addresses the need for secure timing and communications in GPS-denied environments, particularly for the Alt-PNT Challenge. In collaboration with Luminous Cyber Corporation and Eritek Inc., Xairos recently completed a Preliminary Design Review for a field-deployable terminal utilizing Quantum Time Transfer (QTT), novel clock ensembles, and compact optical communications technology. Click here to learn more about Xairos, Quantum Time Transfer, and this award.
February 11, 2025
Quantinuum’s “Reimei” Quantum Computer Now Operational at RIKEN
Quantinuum and RIKEN have announced that the “Reimei” trapped-ion quantum computer is now fully operational at RIKEN’s Wako campus in Japan. Installed in a world-class facility, Reimei provides Japanese researchers with direct access to Quantinuum’s high-performance quantum computing technology, known for its unique qubit movement architecture and high-fidelity operations. The deal was originally announced in January 2024 with a planned installation date of early 2025, which Quantinuum has met. The Reimei processor is based upon Quantinuum’s 20 qubit H1 design, but it also includes a unique feature set that supports advanced application and error correction research. Learn how RIKEN intends on utilizing this new machine in the remainder of our article here.
February 11, 2025
Photonic Inc. Reveals a New and More Efficient Quantum Error Correction Code
Photonic Inc. has announced a significant breakthrough in quantum computing with the introduction of a new error correction code set in the Quantum Low Density Parity Check (QLDPC) family. These new codes, called SHYPS codes, can efficiently perform both quantum computation and error correction, using significantly fewer quantum bits (qubits) compared to traditional surface code approaches. This advancement could greatly accelerate the timeline to practical quantum computing. Read the rest of our story here about this new error correction code with additional detail on why it has some advantages over more traditional quantum error correction codes.
February 11, 2025
QuEra Secures $230M to Advance Large-Scale Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
QuEra Computing has raised over $230 million to accelerate the development of large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers. The funding includes participation from new investors such as Google (via Google Quantum AI), SoftBank Vision Fund, and Valor Equity Partners, alongside existing backers like QVT Family Office and Safar Partners. The company has already receive the first $170 million of this funding. The remainder of the funds, $60 million, will be disbursed upon meeting a pending condition. For the remainder of the article, click here.
February 10, 2025
IonQ and General Dynamics Information Technology Partner to Advance Quantum Solutions for Government and Defense Customers in the U.S.
IonQ and General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) have announced a partnership to develop quantum computing and networking solutions for government and defense applications. The collaboration will integrate IonQ’s quantum technology with GDIT’s expertise in mission-critical government solutions, targeting use cases such as quantum AI extensions, resource optimization, and anomaly detection. Click here for the remainder of our article that mentions some of the use cases the companies will work on together.
February 8, 2025
Sectigo and Crypto4A Launches PQC Labs for Testing Post-Quantum Cryptographic Solutions
Sectigo, in collaboration with Crypto4A, has launched Sectigo PQC Labs, the industry’s first post-quantum cryptographic sandbox backed by an HSM (Hardware Security Module) meeting NIST’s full PQC (Post Quantum Cryptography) standards. The platform enables organizations to test, validate, and transition to quantum-resistant cryptography in a secure environment. Click here for the rest of the article covering this product launch.
February 8, 2025
SandboxAQ Joins NATO’s 2025 DIANA Cohort to Advance Quantum Navigation
SandboxAQ has been selected for NATO’s 2025 Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) cohort, joining around 70 companies chosen from over 2,600 applicants across 32 NATO countries. DIANA supports dual-use technologies that address key areas such as sensing, surveillance, secure communications, and critical infrastructure. As part of the Sensing & Surveillance group, SandboxAQ will further develop and test AQNav, its magnetic anomaly navigation system. Read the remainder of our article here for more background information on AQNav and SandboxAQ’s participation in the DIANA program.
February 8, 2025
BMO Joins IBM Quantum Network to Explore Financial Services Applications
BMO has joined the IBM Quantum Network, becoming the first Canadian bank to gain access to IBM’s quantum computing infrastructure. This collaboration supports BMO’s Digital First strategy, which aims to integrate advanced technologies into its financial services. By leveraging IBM’s quantum systems, BMO plans to explore applications in portfolio optimization, risk management, and business growth strategies. Click here for more.
February 8, 2025
TNO Invests in Irish Quantum Startup Equal1 to Strengthen Dutch Quantum Ecosystem
TNO, the Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research, has announced its first-ever investment in Equal1, an Irish quantum startup expanding its operations in the Netherlands. This move reinforces the Netherlands’ position as a global hub for quantum technology, a key focus of the National Technology Strategy. TNO’s investment, made through its private holding company, includes technical expertise to accelerate the scaling of Equal1’s quantum computing technology. For more about Equal1 and the partnership arrangements they have with TNO, click here.
February 8, 2025
Quandela Reports 100,000-Fold Reduction in Components for Fault-Tolerant Photonic Quantum Computing
Quandela has announced a significant advancement in photonic quantum computing, demonstrating a method to reduce the number of components required for fault-tolerant calculations by a factor of 100,000. The breakthrough, detailed in a new scientific paper, leverages Quandela’s hybrid approach, which integrates semiconductor quantum emitters to generate photonic qubits with high efficiency. For more about this new approach, read the rest of our story about it here.
February 6, 2025
PsiQuantum and Microsoft Selected to Move on to the Final Validation and Co-Design Stage of DARPA’s Underexplored Systems for Utility-Scale Quantum Computing (US2QC) Program
Following a comprehensive technical analysis and validation, The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has selected Microsoft and PsiQuantum for the Validation and Co-Design stage of the Underexplored Systems for Utility-Scale Quantum Computing (US2QC) program, part of DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI). This initiative aims to determine if a utility-scale quantum computer can be built faster than current predictions, achieving cost-effective operation by 2033. Click here to read the rest of our article that reports on both this selection and the goals of the US2QC program.
February 6, 2025
Seagate Joins the Chicago Quantum Exchange as a Corporate Partner
Seagate, a global leader in data storage and memory technology, has partnered with the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) to advance research in quantum memory systems and storage solutions. The collaboration will focus on using quantum technology to help overcome challenges in hard drive data storage. Read our full article here that describes how these two organizations will be working together.
February 6, 2025
AIST and Intel Sign MOU to Develop a Large Scale Silicon-Based Quantum Computer
Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) and Intel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate the industrialization of silicon-based quantum computers. This collaboration integrates AIST’s Quantum-AI Fusion Technology Business Development Global Research Center (G-QuAT) with Intel’s advanced semiconductor processes, aiming to develop a system with tens of thousands of qubits by the early 2030s. Read more about the technology that they will be leveraging for this project in our article here.
February 6, 2025
IQM, Riverlane, and Zurich Instruments Develop Real-Time Quantum Error Correction Platform
IQM Quantum Computers, Riverlane, and Zurich Instruments have launched the SurgeonQ project, a quantum computing platform capable of executing multiple real-time quantum error correction (QEC) operations. This collaboration aims to advance fault-tolerant quantum computing by addressing the challenge of scaling quantum systems to practical, commercial-grade performance. The system integrates Riverlane’s Deltaflow QEC stack, IQM’s 20-qubit superconducting processor, and Zurich Instruments’ Quantum Computing Control System. Read more about this platform they have developed in our article here.
February 5, 2025
Quobly Opens a New Quantum Chip Test/Characterization Facility and Expanded Offices
Quobly, the French startup developing large-scale quantum processors based on silicon qubits, has inaugurated a new quantum chip test/characterization facility and expanded offices in Grenoble’s BHT3 high-tech innovation hub. This strategic move accelerates Quobly’s product development cycle and enhances its capacity to scale toward millions of qubits, marking a significant step toward industrialization. The new facility enables a 10x increase in testing speeds, a 50x boost in wafer processing volumes, and a 3x faster design-to-testing cycle. For more about Quobly including their goal of developing a quantum processor with 1 million physical qubits by 2031, read the remainder of our article about them here.
February 4, 2025
Unisys Joins the Chicago Quantum Exchange as a Corporate Partner
Unisys, a global technology solutions provider, has joined the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) to drive industry-specific quantum applications, develop top-tier quantum talent, and strengthen the Illinois-Wisconsin-Indiana quantum ecosystem. This partnership leverages Unisys’ expertise in quantum solutions for logistics, meteorology, financial modeling, and cryptography, while fostering collaboration between academia and industry to address complex business challenges. Read more about the CQE and Unisys here.
February 4, 2025
Quantinuum Unveils Generative Quantum AI Framework with Transformative Commercial Applications
Quantinuum has unveiled its groundbreaking Generative Quantum AI (Gen QAI) framework, leveraging data generated by its H2 quantum computer to tackle complex problems beyond the reach of classical computing. This framework uses the quantum computer to generate synthetic data which can then be used to train an AI system. It will result in significantly enhanced model fidelity and enables solutions to previously unsolvable challenges. For more about this, read the full article here.
February 3, 2025
Fraunhofer IFAM Develops Quantum Sensor-Based Method for Sustainable Battery Upcycling
The Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials (IFAM) has unveiled a groundbreaking method combining quantum sensors and artificial intelligence (AI) to enable the safe and efficient upcycling of lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles. Funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the QuaLiProM project aims to determine the residual power and remaining service life of used batteries non-destructively, paving the way for sustainable second-life applications. At the core of this innovation is the use of diamond-based quantum sensors, which measure the magnetic fields of battery cells with high precision. Read the remainder of our report about this project here.
February 3, 2025
ESA and European Commission Partner to Build Quantum-Secure Space Communications Network
The European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Commission have finalized their collaboration on the European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI), a groundbreaking initiative to establish a quantum-secure communications network. This network will leverage quantum key distribution (QKD) to protect critical government data, personal information, and vital infrastructure such as power grids and emergency services. The agreement marks a significant step toward achieving the EU’s Digital Decade goal of leading in quantum capabilities by 2030. Click here for the rest of the article which provides more information about the EuroQCI initiative.
February 1, 2025
NERSC Launches IBM Quantum Innovation Center to Advance Quantum Research
The National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center (NERSC) at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has launched the IBM Quantum Innovation Center, providing approved users with access to IBM’s cutting-edge quantum computing systems, including IBM’s System Two quantum computer. The program, which began in January 2025, enables researchers to explore quantum algorithms and workflows for scientific applications across disciplines such as materials science, climate research, and computational biology. Click here for our article here with more information about this new quantum innovation center.
February 1, 2025
European Commission Funds €3 Million ($3.1 Million USD) Quantum Chip Project to Address Scalability Challenges
The European Commission has invested €3 million ($3.1 million USD) in the ONCHIPS project, a groundbreaking initiative to develop the first quantum chip combining electronics and light using advanced Germanium-Silicon (GeSi) technology. Led by the ONCHIPS consortium, which includes leading institutions such as the University of Twente, TU Eindhoven, and CNRS, the project aims to overcome scalability challenges in quantum computing by integrating spin qubits with photonic communication on a single CMOS-compatible platform. The project will take advantage of special properties in hexagonal GeSi material, first discovered in 2020. Read about the key advantages that can be realized through the use of this material in our article here.
February 1, 2025
EuroHPC JU Signs Procurement Contract for €8.5 million ($8.8 million USD) with Qilimanjaro for a Quantum Annealer to be Installed at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center in Spain
The European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) has signed a procurement contract with Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech for MareNostrum-Ona, a quantum annealer to be hosted at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) in Spain. The system, co-funded with a total acquisition cost of €8.5 million ($8.8 million USD), will initially offer at least 10 physical qubits, with plans to increase qubit counts and coherence times in future generations. MareNostrum-Ona will complement BSC’s existing digital gate-based quantum computer, procured under the Quantum Spain initiative, and will be integrated into the EuroHPC supercomputer MareNostrum 5 (MN5). For more about the applications that EuroHPC JU will explore with this system and their broader strategy for to deploy a variety of quantum computing platforms across Europe, view our article here.
ParityQC Introduces Parity Twine: Quantum Algorithm Synthesis Achieves World-Record Efficiency
ParityQC, in collaboration with the University of Innsbruck, has unveiled Parity Twine, a groundbreaking method for synthesizing quantum algorithms that sets new records in optimizing gate count and circuit depth. This innovation outperforms existing state-of-the-art approaches across a wide range of quantum hardware architectures, including linear chains, square grids, hexagonal lattices, and all-to-all connected systems. The method, detailed in the paper “Connectivity-aware Synthesis of Quantum Algorithms”, addresses the challenge of implementing quantum algorithms on hardware with limited qubit connectivity, a major bottleneck in quantum computing. For more about how this new method can reduce circuit gate count and gate depth, click here.
February 1, 2025
Telefónica Tech and IBM Collaborate to Develop Quantum-Safe Cybersecurity Solutions
Telefónica Tech and IBM have signed a collaboration agreement to integrate IBM’s quantum-safe technology into Telefónica’s cybersecurity services, addressing emerging risks posed by cryptographically relevant quantum computers. The partnership aims to develop solutions that protect critical data from future quantum threats, leveraging IBM’s quantum-safe cryptography tools, including IBM Guardium Quantum Safe, Quantum Safe Explorer, and Quantum Safe Remediator. These technologies will help organizations identify vulnerabilities, manage encryption keys, and transition to post-quantum cryptographic standards defined by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Read the rest of our article about this new agreement here.
February 1, 2025
Telangana Partners with QuantumBasel to Establish India’s First Quantum Hub in Hyderabad
The Telangana, India government has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with QuantumBasel, Switzerland’s leading quantum and AI innovation hub, to establish India’s first Quantum Hub in Hyderabad. The partnership, announced by IT & Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu, aims to position Telangana as a global leader in quantum technologies and artificial intelligence. The hub will focus on advancing quantum computing, AI, and innovative solutions for industries such as finance, life sciences, and logistics. For more about this new collaboration agreement, click here.
January 29, 2025
HQS Quantum Simulations Secures €2.5 Million ($2.6 Million USD) EIC Funding to Create Quantum Algorithms that Can Advance NMR Spectroscopy
HQS Quantum Simulations has been awarded a €2.5 million ($2.6M USD) grant from the European Innovation Council (EIC) Transition Program to advance its project, HQS-NextNMR, aimed at revolutionizing NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) spectroscopy. The funding will support the development of a cutting-edge tool for high-precision molecular structure identification, with applications in personalized medicine and beyond. Click here to learn more about the activities that will be performed as part of this award.
January 28, 2025
Wave Photonics Introduces Silicon Nitride Process for Quantum Photonics
Wave Photonics, a Cambridge-based deep tech startup, has launched the SiNQ process, a silicon nitride fabrication process designed for quantum photonics and emitters. Developed in collaboration with CORNERSTONE at the University of Southampton, the process is supported by a 1056-element Process Design Kit (PDK) that covers 33 wavelengths from 493nm to 1550nm. Read more about this SiNQ process and the associated PDK in our article here.
January 28, 2025
IonQ Renews Agreement with UAE’s Technology Innovation Institute
IonQ has renewed its agreement with the Quantum Research Center at the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that was originally signed in 2023. The agreement grants TII continued access to IonQ Forte, IonQ’s 36-qubit quantum computer, which features trapped-ion architecture and all-to-all qubit connectivity. This partnership supports TII’s research in hybrid quantum-classical algorithms, including variational quantum algorithms, and aims to advance the UAE’s position as a global leader in science and technology. Click here for the remainder of our article that describes some of the application areas that TII is researching through the use of the IonQ processor.
January 28, 2025
Quantonation Secures Novo Holdings’ Investment in Quantum Venture Fund II
Quantonation Ventures, a leading global quantum technology investment fund, has announced a strategic investment from Novo Holdings in its Quantonation II fund. This partnership aims to accelerate the development of quantum technologies addressing critical global challenges, including precision medicine, new materials, and climate change mitigation. Novo Holdings’ investment aligns with its mission to support groundbreaking innovations that create societal and environmental impact, particularly in healthcare and sustainability. Read the rest of our article here which includes more about Quantonation and its two funds specializing in quantum technologies.
January 28, 2025
Nu Quantum Advances Distributed Quantum Error Correction with Modular Architecture
Nu Quantum has released a groundbreaking theory paper on Quantum Error Correction (QEC), demonstrating how modular quantum computing architectures can enable scalable, fault-tolerant distributed quantum systems. The paper, titled “Distributed quantum error correction based on hyperbolic Floquet codes,” outlines a pathway to construct logical qubits using physical qubits distributed across interconnected processors, overcoming the limitations of monolithic designs. Read the rest of our story here to see some of the key findings that have come out from this paper.
January 28, 2025
SoftBank and Quantinuum Partner to Advance Quantum Computing Applications
SoftBank Corp. and Quantinuum have announced a strategic partnership to advance quantum computing applications, focusing on building a “quantum data center” and addressing challenges in quantum technology commercialization. The collaboration aims to develop business models for quantum data centers, define and validate use cases, and advance hardware and software technologies. Read our article with additional details about this collaboration here.
January 28, 2025
Alice & Bob Raises €100M ($104.9M USD) Series B to Accelerate Cat Qubit-Based Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
Alice & Bob, a company developing fault-tolerant quantum computers, announced the closure of a €100 million ($104.9 million USD) Series B funding round, led by Future French Champions (FFC), AVP, and Bpifrance. The funding aims to advance Alice & Bob’s mission of building the world’s first useful quantum computer by 2030. Read our full article here.
January 25, 2025
IQM and DATEV Collaborate to Apply Quantum Computing to Portfolio Optimization
IQM, a developer of superconducting quantum computers, and DATEV, a German software and IT service provider, have completed a project on the potential of quantum computing for portfolio optimization. They used a 20-qubit quantum system to tailor the Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm (QAOA) to optimize DATEV’s product portfolio. The project applied the Markowitz model, originally used for selecting investment portfolios with minimized risk, to DATEV’s product offerings, aiming for optimal resource allocation. Click here to read our article that covers some of the implications of this research.
January 25, 2025
QDNL Participations Announces a New Fund for Quantum Tech Investments with a €25 ($26M USD) Million Initial Close
QDNL Participations has announced a new €60 million ($63M USD) global fund for early-stage quantum technology startups, with an initial close of €25 million ($26M USD). This new fund expands the firm’s focus beyond the Dutch quantum ecosystem to support quantum startups worldwide. The firm’s previous fund backed several high-potential Dutch quantum startups. For more about this fund, click here.
January 25, 2025
Quantum Source is Partnering with QC Design to Model Fault Tolerance Strategies
Quantum Source has partnered with QC Design to leverage its software tool, Plaquette, in order to enhance Quantum Source’s photonic fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures. Plaquette allows for detailed modeling and analysis of hardware imperfections, providing insights into key design parameters. This collaboration supports Quantum Source’s mission to scale up its technology for practical, cost-effective photonic quantum computers. For more about how the technologies from these two companies will be used together, read our full article here.
January 23, 2025 – News Brief
D-Wave Completes Its $150 Million At-the-Market Equity Sale
We reported earlier this month that D-Wave planned to sell shares in its common stock for an offering amount of up to $150 million. The company has now reported they have completed this sale at an average price per share of $6.10. This brings the company’s current cash balance to about $320 million and the company believes that this funding will allow the company to achieve sustained profitability and positive cash flow. The company believes that they are leading the commercialization of quantum computing with customer applications deployed in production and that they may become the first independent, publicly-held quantum computing company to achieve a level of sustained profitability. For more about the completion of this stock sale, visit the press release posted on the company’s website here.
January 23, 2025
ZuriQ Raises $4.2M to Scale Trapped-Ion Quantum Computers
ZuriQ, an ETH Zurich spin-out, has secured $4.2 million in seed funding to commercialize a groundbreaking trapped-ion quantum computing architecture. The round was led by Founderful, with participation from SquareOne, First Momentum Ventures, OnSight Ventures, and QAI Ventures. The funding will support ZuriQ’s mission to overcome the scaling limitations of traditional trapped-ion systems, enabling the development of quantum computers with thousands of qubits. ZuriQ is taking a different technical approach than the other companies working on ion trapped quantum computers. Click here to view the rest of our article about them to learn more about what they are doing differently.
January 23, 2025
IonQ Partners with Busan Metropolitan City to Expand Quantum Cloud Services and Workforce Development in South Korea
IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), a leader in quantum computing, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Busan Metropolitan City, South Korea’s second-largest city and a key technology hub. The partnership aims to advance quantum science and technology in South Korea, focusing on workforce development, economic growth, and joint quantum initiatives. View the rest of our article here to find out more about what activities are being planned as part of this new agreement.
January 23, 2025
Palo Alto Networks Launches QRNG Open API to Prepare Organizations for Quantum Security
Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) has unveiled a Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) Open API framework, developed in collaboration with leading QRNG innovators, including Anametric, ID Quantique, Qrypt, Quantinuum, Quantropi, and Quside. The framework aims to simplify QRNG integration, promote multi-vendor interoperability, and accelerate the adoption of quantum-safe cryptographic solutions. For more about the importance of these collaborations and how Palo Alto Networks plans to integrate this technology into its future product, view our full article here.
January 23, 2025
QuantrolOx and Qblox Achieve Breakthrough in Automated 2-Qubit Gate Tuning with QuantWare QPUs
QuantrolOx, Qblox, and QuantWare have set a new industry benchmark by achieving fully automated 2-qubit CZ gate tuning in under 25 minutes, a process that previously required PhD-level experts up to a week. This breakthrough, demonstrated at the Bluefors Lab in Delft, marks a significant step toward scalable quantum computing by streamlining the development of quantum processors. See more about this here.
January 23, 2025
Lufthansa Industry Solutions Partners with DLR and Kipu Quantum to Optimize Aviation with Quantum Computing
Lufthansa Industry Solutions (LHIND) has been commissioned by the German Aerospace Center (DLR) to explore how quantum computing can optimize strategic and tactical planning processes in aviation. Funded by the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative (QCI), the two-year project will focus on improving flight planning, crew scheduling, and route optimization using quantum algorithms. For additional information about this new initiative, read our full story here.
January 23, 2025
Canadian Government Invests CA$74 Million ($51.44 Million USD) in Quantum Research to Strengthen Global Leadership
The Government of Canada has announced CA$74 million ($51.44 million USD) in funding to support 107 quantum research projects as part of its National Quantum Strategy. The investment, announced by Parliamentary Secretary Sherry Romanado at the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) in Varennes, Québec, aims to advance quantum technologies in computing, communications, materials, and sensing, while reinforcing Canada’s position as a global leader in quantum innovation. For more about quantum awards provided by the Government of Canada, view the remainder of our article here.
January 23, 2025
Canadian Space Agency Awards CA$1.4M ($973K USD) to QEYnet for Quantum Key Distribution Demonstration
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has awarded CA$1.4 million to QEYnet (Maple, Ontario) to demonstrate a low-cost, Earth-to-space quantum key distribution (QKD) technology. This initiative aims to address vulnerabilities in satellite communications, particularly the inability to update encryption keys after launch, which poses a significant risk as next-generation computers threaten current encryption methods. Click here for more.
January 23, 2025
Thales Alenia Space and Hispasat Begin Development of World’s First Geostationary Satellite Based Quantum Key Distribution System
Thales Alenia Space and Hispasat have announced the start of the development phase for QKD-GEO, the world’s first quantum key distribution (QKD) system from geostationary orbit. Funded by the Spanish government through the PERTE Aeroespacial initiative and managed by the Center for Technological Development and Innovation (CDTI), the project aims to establish unhackable ground-to-orbit encryption keys, securing communications against future quantum threats. Read our story about this project here.
January 23, 2025
QuEra Launches Quantum Creators Con: A Competition Merging Creativity and Quantum Computing
QuEra Computing, a company that develops neutral-atom based quantum computers, has announced Quantum Creators Con, a first-of-its-kind competition that brings together STEM students and creative professionals to produce compelling content about neutral-atom quantum computing. The event will take place on February 3-9, 2025 at Columbia University’s Wang Pavilion, aims to make quantum computing more accessible and inspire diverse talent to join the field. Read the rest of our article here to learn more about this event.
January 22, 2025
PQShield Joins NEDO Program to Implement Post-Quantum Cryptography Across Japan
PQShield has been named a supporting member of Japan’s Cyber Research Consortium (CRC), which is funded by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). The initiative aims to enhance Japan’s cybersecurity infrastructure and defend against quantum-enabled cyberattacks by implementing post-quantum cryptography (PQC) across the country’s technology supply chain. For more about how PQShield will be supporting Japan’s Cyber Research Consortium, click here.
January 22, 2025
Canada’s DIGITAL Allocates CA$5 Million ($3.47 Million USD) to Pilot Quantum Solutions in Agriculture, Cryptography, and Open-Source Platforms
DIGITAL, Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for digital technologies, has announced new co-investments totaling nearly CA$5 million ($3.47 million USD) to support the commercialization and adoption of Canadian quantum technologies. Leveraging funding from Canada’s National Quantum Strategy and industry partners, these investments aim to pilot quantum solutions in real-world environments, further solidifying Canada’s leadership in quantum innovation. Click here to read more about which companies received these co-investments.
January 22, 2025
Accenture Invests in QuSecure
Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has made a strategic investment in QuSecure, a leader in post-quantum cybersecurity, through its venture arm, Accenture Ventures. The partnership aims to provide organizations with crypto agility solutions to protect against emerging quantum threats. QuSecure’s QuProtect software offers a quantum-resilient, end-to-end security architecture that safeguards networks, cloud systems, edge devices, and satellite communications with minimal disruption to existing infrastructure. Click here to learn more about how these two companies are working together.
January 22, 2025
D-Wave Launches Leap Quantum LaunchPad™ Program to Accelerate Quantum Application Deployment
D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in quantum computing systems, has introduced the Leap Quantum LaunchPad™ program, an initiative designed to fast-track the deployment of quantum computing applications. The program provides qualified participants with free trial access to D-Wave’s annealing quantum computing technology and expertise for three months, enabling organizations to explore and implement quantum solutions for complex business and scientific challenges. For more about this new program, click here, to view the rest of our article about it.
January 22, 2025
Xanadu Develops Aurora, a Modular Quantum Computing System that Shows a Path for Scaling to Very Large Systems
Xanadu has announced a new quantum computing system called Aurora that is contained in four room temperature laser and compute racks along with a cryogenically cooled photon detection system. The system provides 84 squeezed state qubits and 12 physical qubits all connected together with 13 km of fiber optic cable. Aurora is a follow-on to previous generations of Xanadu device including the X8 and Borealis. One of the big advantages of using photonic based qubits is that it make it easy to implement photonic networking to connect multiple modules together. Read our full article which covers this announcement from Xanadu here.
January 22, 2025
Global Quantum Budgets to Grow 20% as Confidence in Adoption Rises, QuEra Report Finds
QuEra Computing, one of the leaders in neutral-atom quantum computing, has released its Quantum Readiness Report 2025, revealing that global budgets for quantum applications are projected to increase by nearly 20% in 2025. The report, based on a survey of over 750 quantum professionals worldwide, highlights growing confidence in quantum adoption, with 65% of respondents feeling prepared to adopt quantum within the next two to three years. Read the rest of our article here to see some of the key conclusions that has come out of this survey.
January 21, 2025
Pasqal and EDF Demonstrate Quantum Computing’s Potential to Optimize EV Smart Charging
Pasqal, one of the leaders in neutral-atom quantum computing, in collaboration with GENCI and EDF, has successfully demonstrated the use of quantum computing to optimize energy demand forecasting for electric vehicle (EV) smart charging. The project, part of the Pack Quantique (PAQ) initiative, utilized Pasqal’s 100-qubit quantum system to address the growing complexity of energy supply and demand as EV adoption increases. To learn more about the significance an effort like this, read the rest of our article that discusses this here.
January 21, 2025
ParityQC and University of Hamburg Launch QuADro Project for Quantum-Powered Drug Repurposing
ParityQC, a quantum architecture company, and the University of Hamburg have launched the QuADro (Quantum Algorithms for Drug Repurposing) project, aiming to develop quantum computing frameworks and algorithms for personalized medicine. Funded by the Investitions- und Förderbank Hamburg (IFBHH), the project will run from January 2025 to June 2027, focusing on drug development and repurposing using quantum computing. Click here to read more about this project.
January 21, 2025
Quantinuum to Open a New R&D Site in New Mexico Focusing on Photonics
Quantinuum, the world’s largest integrated quantum computing company, is opening a new location in New Mexico later this year to advance photonics technologies critical to its trapped ion quantum computing. This move leverages New Mexico’s leadership in quantum information sciences and photonics, established through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Tech Hubs program. Several organizations with significant expertise in related areas are currently located in New Mexico including Sandia National Laboratories, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and universities, such as The University of New Mexico. Click here to read more about the impact of this announcement.
January 17, 2025
Who’s News: Management Updates at PINQ², Spectral Capital, PQShield, and the U.S. Department of Energy
The Platform for Digital and Quantum Innovation of Quebec (PINQ²) has appointed a new Executive Director. Spectral Capital has appointed a Chief Technology Officer and also a Chief Revenue Office. PQShield has added a Non-Executive Director to its Board of Directors along with three additional people to expand its Strategic Advisory Board. And an executive with deep quantum tech experience has been nominated to serve as Undersecretary of Science at the U.S. Department of Energy. Read the details about all these appointments here.
January 17, 2025
U.S. Department of Energy Expands Quantum in Space Collaboration with Five New Signatories
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Technology Transitions has announced the expansion of its Quantum in Space Collaboration, adding five new signatories: Boeing, Axiom Space, Vescent, Qrypt, and USRA. Blue Origin is also reviewing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). These new partners join existing collaborators, including Infleqtion, Accenture, and Nebula, to advance quantum technologies for space applications. The collaboration aims to explore the use of quantum computing, sensing, and networking to support a secure space economy, including resource exploration, manufacturing, and secure communications. Click here to see more about this program and some of the key initiatives they are pursuing in it.
January 17, 2025
TII, ASPIRE, and ADNOC Partner to Develop Quantum Solutions for Carbon Storage and Battery Sustainability
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) and ASPIRE, subsidiaries of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), have signed a landmark R&D agreement with ADNOC to advance sustainable energy solutions using quantum technology. The collaboration will focus on carbon storage monitoring and battery optimization, with plans to expand into autonomous robotics, propulsion systems, and renewable energy technologies. The partnership leverages TII’s expertise in quantum sensing to enhance carbon capture and storage (CCS) systems by detecting environmental changes and preventing leaks. It also aims to develop non-invasive methods for measuring battery performance, enabling better recycling processes and sustainable energy storage solutions. Additional comments from the participating organizations can be seen in the rest of our article here.
January 17, 2025
Classiq and Florence Quantum Lab Partner to Advance Quantum-Enhanced Precision Agriculture
Classiq, a leading quantum computing software company, and Florence Quantum Labs have announced a collaboration to develop quantum-enhanced solutions for precision agriculture. The collaboration will use Classiq’s quantum development platform to create scalable AI-quantum hybrid algorithms for ecosystem modeling, soil health monitoring, and nutrient management. Florence Quantum Labs’ expertise in quantum-enhanced biosensors and precision agriculture will complement Classiq’s technology, enabling more efficient and accurate farming practices. Read the full article here.
January 17, 2025
Wultra Raises €3 Million ($3.09 Million USD) to Develop Post-Quantum Authentication Solutions for Financial Institutions
Czech cybersecurity startup Wultra has secured €3 million ($3.09 million USD) in funding from Tensor Ventures, Elevator Ventures, and J&T Ventures to accelerate the development of its post-quantum authentication technology. The investment will help financial institutions safeguard against quantum threats, which could render traditional cryptographic methods obsolete within the next five years. Click here to read more about Wultra’s solutions, existing customers and expansion plans.
January 17, 2025
SandboxAQ and Mayo Clinic Partner to Advance Cardiovascular Disease Monitoring in Amyloidosis Using AI and Quantum Tech
SandboxAQ, a leader in quantitative AI for medical applications, has announced an expanded collaboration with Mayo Clinic to explore the combined use of electrocardiography (ECG) and magnetocardiography (MCG) using a quantum based sensor for monitoring amyloidosis, a condition characterized by abnormal protein buildup in organs, including the heart. The partnership aims to develop a non-invasive diagnostic solution that integrates ECG’s reliability with MCG’s sensitivity due to the quantum based sensing technology it uses. This enables earlier detection of cardiac changes and improved tracking of disease progression and treatment response. Read the remainder of our article about this here.
January 17, 2025
U.S. Department of Energy Announces $625 Million Funding Opportunity for National Quantum Information Science Research Centers
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science has launched a $625 million funding opportunity to support National Quantum Information Science Research Centers. These multi-institutional, multidisciplinary centers aim to accelerate breakthroughs in quantum information science (QIS), supporting the National Quantum Initiative Act. The initiative will focus on quantum communications, computing, simulation, devices, sensors, and materials, with the goal of developing world-leading capabilities in QIS. Additional information about this funding opportunity can be seen in our article here.
January 16, 2025
HKA Marketing Communications Named Official PR Agency for UN-Designated International Year of Quantum (IYQ)
The American Physical Society (APS) has partnered with HKA Marketing Communications, naming the agency the official global public relations partner for the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). Designated by the United Nations for 2025, IYQ aims to raise global awareness of quantum science and its potential to revolutionize industries and improve lives worldwide. Click here for more.
January 16, 2025
PsiQuantum and Boehringer Ingelheim Advance Quantum Chemistry for Pharmaceuticals and Agriculture
PsiQuantum and Boehringer Ingelheim have reported on a new approach for quantum chemistry calculations that leverage the Active Volume (AV) feature in PsiQuantum’s architecture. This approach is estimated to provide a 234x speedup in calculating the electronic structure of Cytochrome P450 and a 278x speedup for FeMoco. These advancements bring closer the practical application in future quantum computers for pharmaceutical drug design and sustainable agriculture. Read our article here to view more information about this new research.
January 16, 2025
Welinq Releases araQne, a Compiler for Distributed Quantum Computing
Welinq, a leader in modular quantum computing and quantum networking, has unveiled araQne, its first compiler designed for distributed quantum computing (DQC). The software addresses the challenge of scaling quantum computations by partitioning large algorithms and distributing them across a network of smaller quantum processing units (QPUs), enabling tasks that exceed the capacity of individual devices. See some of the key features that araOne provides in the rest of our article here.
January 16, 2025
Miami of Ohio University and the Cleveland Clinic Partner to Advance Quantum Computing Education and Research
Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and the Cleveland Clinic have announced a partnership to establish Ohio’s first specialized degree programs in quantum computing, positioning the state as a global leader in this transformative field. The collaboration will create bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs focused on quantum computing applications in healthcare and life sciences, leveraging Cleveland Clinic’s IBM Quantum System One, the world’s first quantum computer dedicated to healthcare research. For more about what this partnership entails, read our story here.
January 16, 2025
Quantum Computing Inc. Partners with Sanders TDI to Advance Biomedical Research Using Dirac-3 Entropy Quantum Computing Systems
Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) has announced a collaboration with the Sanders Tri-Institutional Therapeutics Discovery Institute (Sanders TDI) to support computational biomedicine research. QCi will provide Sanders TDI with cloud-based access to its Dirac-3 Entropy Quantum Computing systems, which operate at room temperature and low power, to assist in solving complex optimization problems in drug discovery and biomolecular modeling. Click here for the rest of our article to learn more details about the applications they will be exploring.
January 15, 2025
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität (FAU) Researchers Receive €900,000 ($930K USD) to Develop Qubits Based Upon Topological Insulators
Researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) have secured over €900,000 ($930K USD) in funding to develop quantum bits (qubits) based on topological insulators, aiming to create quantum computers smaller and more affordable. Led by Professor Dr. Vojislav Krstić, the project focuses on overcoming the current limitation of quantum computers, which require extremely low temperatures (near -273°C) to operate. For more about the potential advantages with topological insulators, read the remainder of our article here.
January 15, 2025
QCentroid and Innsomnia Partner to Facilitate Access to QCentroid’s QuantumOps Platform
QCentroid, a leader in quantum computing solutions, has partnered with Innsomnia, Spain’s leading innovation accelerator, to integrate quantum technology into Innsomnia’s ecosystem of startups, scaleups, and corporate innovators. Through this collaboration, users will gain access to QCentroid’s QuantumOps platform, enabling them to solve complex problems faster, more efficiently, and at a lower cost—without requiring specialized quantum expertise. Read more about this here.
January 15, 2025
D-Wave and Carahsoft Partner to Expand Quantum Computing Solutions to the Public Sector
D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), a leader in quantum computing systems, and Carahsoft Technology Corp., a trusted government IT solutions provider, have announced a partnership to expand access to D-Wave’s quantum computing technologies for the public sector. Under the agreement, Carahsoft will serve as D-Wave’s Master Government Aggregator®, making its annealing quantum computing solutions available through various government contract vehicles, including NASA SEWP V, ITES-SW2, and OMNIA Partners. Click here to read the remainder of this article.
January 15, 2025
Quantum Brilliance Secures $20 Million in Series A Funding to Advance Diamond Quantum Technology
Quantum Brilliance (QB), a leader in room-temperature diamond quantum technology, has raised $20 million in a Series A funding round. The investment includes contributions from global deep tech and semiconductor investors such as Main Sequence, In-Q-Tel (IQT), and Intervalley Ventures, National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC), Breakthrough Victoria (BV), Alium Capital Management, Investible, and Jelix Ventures. QB will use the funds to construct a quantum diamond foundry, and develop quantum sensing prototypes with partners, and meet commitments with their customers and advance their IP. Read the rest of our report here about Quantum Brilliance and this investment to see more about the advantages of their technology and existing partnerships.
January 14, 2025
ORNL, EPB, and UTC Successfully Test Quantum Signal Stabilization on a Commercial Network
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), in collaboration with EPB of Chattanooga and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC), have successfully demonstrated the first transmission of an entangled quantum signal using multiple wavelength channels and automatic polarization stabilization over a commercial network with no downtime. This innovation marks a significant step toward the development of a more secure and capable quantum internet. Read the remainder of the article here which describes the use of Automatic Polarity Compensation (APC) and the benefit it can bring to a quantum network.
January 14, 2025
SEALSQ, WISeSat, and SpaceX Have Successful Launched the First of Six Satellites Scheduled in 2025 That Support Post Quantum Cryptography
SEALSQ Corp (NASDAQ: LAES), a leader in post-quantum cryptography and semiconductor solutions, in collaboration with WISeSat AG, a subsidiary of WISeKey International Holding Ltd (NASDAQ: WKEY; SIX: WIHN), will launch six next-generation satellites in 2025. The first satellite was successfully launched on January 14, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, in partnership with SpaceX. Click here for more.
January 14, 2025
SEEQC Secures $30 Million to Develop Chip-Based Quantum Computing Platforms
SEEQC, a leader in digital chip-based quantum computing systems, has secured $30 million in funding to accelerate the development and commercialization of its full-stack quantum computing platform. The round was led by NordicNinja and Booz Allen Ventures, with participation from SIP Capital, alongside existing investors EQT Ventures, M-Ventures (Merck), BlueYard Capital, FAM, and Asset Management. For more about SEEQC and their technology, view the remainder of our story about them here.
January 14, 2025
Maryland Governor Wes Moore Plans to Kickstart a “Capital of Quantum” Initiative in Maryland with a $27.5 Million Initial Investment in the State’s FY26 Budget
A “Capital of Quantum” initiative is being formed as a partnership between the State of Maryland, the University of Maryland, IonQ, and others to attract and grow a quantum industry within the state as part of the governor’s 2025 economic growth agenda. He is putting in his FY26 budget proposal to provide $27.5 million in state funding, but is hoping that ultimately, the initiative will be able to obtain additional private and public funding of $1 billion over the next five years. Read the rest of our story reporting on this new initiative here.
January 14, 2025
SEEQC Secures $30 Million to Develop Chip-Based Quantum Computing Platforms
SEEQC, a leader in digital chip-based quantum computing systems, has secured $30 million in funding to accelerate the development and commercialization of its full-stack quantum computing platform. The round was led by NordicNinja and Booz Allen Ventures, with participation from SIP Capital, alongside existing investors EQT Ventures, M-Ventures (Merck KGaA, Darmstadt Germany), BlueYard Capital, FAM, and Asset Management. For more about SEEQC’s technology and how they plan on using this funding, click here.
January 14, 2025
Microsoft Announces a Quantum Ready Program for Businesses
Microsoft’s Quantum Ready program is intended to help businesses navigate the quantum landscape. Participation in the program will allow businesses to assess the business impact of quantum technology, define a quantum ready strategy, and execute on a quantum ready application roadmap. The program will help businesses identify when and where quantum will provide tangible business value and guide both how and to what degree an enterprise should invest to become quantum-ready today. For more about this program, view our article covering it here.
January 13, 2025
IonQ Secures $21.1 Million Project with U.S. Air Force Research Lab to Investigate Quantum Networking and Ground-to-Drone Optical Links
IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) has announced a $21.1 million project with the United States Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) to develop secure quantum networking infrastructure. The initiative, facilitated through IonQ’s recent acquisition of Qubitekk, will focus on establishing free-space optical links between ground stations and drones, enhancing secure communication and distributed quantum computing capabilities. Read more about this award here.
January 11, 2025
D-Wave Announces a 120% Increase in Bookings for 2024, the Sale of Its First D-Wave Advantage Processor, and an Agreement to Sell Additional Common Shares for Up to $150 Million
D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced that its fiscal year 2024 bookings will exceed $23 million, a 120% increase over 2023. Key contributors include the first-ever customer purchase of a D-Wave Advantage™ annealing quantum computing system in Q4, signaling an expansion in the company’s revenue model to include on-premise system sales. The company also announced that they had ended the year with a record $178 million in cash. In addition, the company has just filed papers with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announcing they had entered into a sales agreement to offer and sell shares from time to time of its common stock having an aggregate offering price of up to $150.0 million. Read our report about these developments at the company in our article here.
January 11, 2025
Qolab Joins the Chicago Quantum Exchange as a Corporate Partner
Qolab, the first quantum computing startup incubated at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has joined the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) as a corporate partner, highlighting its focus on collaboration. The company, cofounded by quantum computing leaders Alan Ho, John Martinis, and Robert McDermott, aims to build a utility-scale quantum computer by improving superconducting qubits, which hold immense computational power. For more about Qolab, view the rest o our article here.
January 11, 2025
HENSOLDT Explores Quantum Computing for Optimizing Radar Remote Sensing
HENSOLDT, a leading sensor solutions provider, has been awarded a contract under the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative (DLR QCI) for the QUA-SAR research project. The initiative, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection, aims to optimize complex radar remote sensing scenarios using quantum computing. Collaborating with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Tensor AI Solutions GmbH, HENSOLDT seeks to address challenges in radar resource management, particularly in dynamic, multi-sensor environments. Click here for more.
January 10, 2025
University of Birmingham and Paragraf Partner to Develop Graphene Sensors for Quantum Computing
The University of Birmingham has partnered with Paragraf, a UK-based graphene technology company, to explore the potential of graphene sensors in quantum computing. Funded by a £1.4 million ($1.71 million USD) Innovate UK grant and a £2 million ($2.44 million USD) UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship, the collaboration aims to scale up the production of graphene on six-inch wafers and investigate its properties at ultra-low temperatures, a critical requirement for quantum computing applications. Read the article here for more about the challenges of manufacturing graphene at scale and testing it at cryogenic temperatures.
January 10, 2025
EQUSPACE Consortium Awarded €3.2 Million ($3.27 Million USD) to Advance Silicon-Based Quantum Technologies
The EQUSPACE consortium, led by the University of Jyväskylä, has secured €3.2 million ($3.27 million USD) in funding from the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Pathfinder Open program to develop a silicon-based quantum information system. The four-year project, set to begin on February 1, 2025, brings together five partners from three EU countries, including research institutes VTT (Finland), Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (Germany), AMOLF (Netherlands), and Finnish quantum startup SemiQon. The project aims to create a scalable quantum technology platform using silicon spin qubits based on impurity atoms. Read more about what this consortium plans to work on in our article here.
January 9, 2025
Elmos and ID Quantique Collaborate to Develop World’s Smallest Quantum Random Number Generator
Elmos Semiconductor SE, a leading automotive semiconductor supplier, and ID Quantique (IDQ), a global leader in quantum cybersecurity, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop the world’s smallest monolithically integrated Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG). The 2mm x 2mm QRNG chip leverages quantum principles to generate high-quality randomness, ensuring robust cryptographic security against cyber threats, including temperature variations, physical pressure, and electromagnetic interference. For more about this device and some of the key features it offers, click here.
January 9, 2025
Pasqal and Riverlane Partner to Accelerate Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
Pasqal, a leader in neutral atom quantum computing, has announced a strategic partnership with Riverlane, a pioneer in quantum error correction (QEC), to advance the development of fault-tolerant quantum systems. The collaboration integrates Pasqal’s scalable neutral atom platform with Riverlane’s Deltaflow QEC stack, aiming to address the reliability challenges of current quantum systems and enable consistent, error-free computations. Read the rest of the article here.
January 8, 2025
Quantum Computing Inc. Secures $100 Million in Private Placement for Photonics and Quantum Technology Development
Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT), a leader in integrated photonics and quantum optics, has announced a private placement of 8,163,266 shares of common stock at 12.25 per share, raising12.25 per share, raising100 million in gross proceeds. The offering, expected to close on or around January 9, 2025, will support the company’s working capital and general corporate purposes, including the development and manufacturing of its photonics, thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN), and quantum technologies. For more details about this new funding, click here.
January 8, 2025
Quantum Computing Inc. Concludes 2024 Pilot Program with Third and Fourth TFLN Photonic Chip Foundry Orders
Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) has announced the receipt of its third and fourth purchase orders for its thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic chip foundry, marking the successful conclusion of its 2024 Pilot Launch Program. The orders, from a leading European technical university and a Canadian photonic integrated circuit (PIC) design house, highlight growing demand for QCi’s TFLN technology. For more about QCi and their TFLN photonic chip foundry activities, view the rest of our article here.
January 6, 2025
IonQ Finalizes Qubitekk Acquisition to Strengthen Its Quantum Networking Capabilities
IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), a leader in quantum computing and networking, has completed the acquisition of Qubitekk, a prominent quantum networking company. IonQ had previously announced it would be acquiring Qubitekk in an all-cash deal for $22 million in November of last year. The deal brings Qubitekk’s advanced technology, team, and patent portfolio into IonQ’s operations, bolstering its position in quantum networking and accelerating the development of quantum internet infrastructure. This acquisition will add to the previous networking technology IonQ received when it acquired the assets of Canadian startup Entangled Networks in January 2023. For more about IonQ, Qubitekk, and the intellectual property that IonQ will obtain in this deal, read the rest of our article here.
January 6, 2025
Quantum Motion Demonstrates Large Scale, Rapid Quantum Device Characterization in Collaboration with Its Partner GlobalFoundries
Quantum Motion, a UK-based quantum computing scale-up, has announced a milestone in scalable quantum computing by demonstrating rapid, large-scale characterization of quantum devices fabricated using commercial semiconductor processes. The company designed a silicon chip featuring an integrated array of 1,024 quantum dots on an area of less than 0.1mm², validated in under five minutes—100 times faster than current methods. The chips were manufactured by GlobalFoundries, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, marking a strategic partnership to develop scalable silicon-based quantum processors. Read more about this in our full article here.
January 3, 2025
Norma and Mabel Quantum Partner to Launch Integrated Quantum Computing System in Korea
Norma, a quantum security and computing company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with U.S.-based Maybell Quantum to introduce an integrated quantum computing system in the Korean market. The collaboration focuses on combining Maybell Quantum’s cryogenic cooling systems with Norma’s quantum factory infrastructure to accelerate the commercialization of quantum computers in Korea. For more about this new partnership, read our full article here.
January 2, 2025
BTQ Technologies Partners with South Korean Quantum Organizations
BTQ Technologies Corp. has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with South Korea’s Future Quantum Convergence Forum (FQCF), Quantum Industrial Standard Association (QuINSA), and Future Quantum Convergence Institute (QCI) to advance quantum technology innovation and global cooperation. The collaboration focuses on industrial standards, joint events, and industry-academic programs, aligning with South Korea’s national quantum strategy to establish itself as a global quantum economy hub by 2035. Click here for more.
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