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: Combining CPUs, GPUs, and quantum processors (QPUs), the companies will explore revenue-sharing and cost-sharing models, starting in Japan and expanding to the Asia-Pacific region.
- Define and Validate Use Cases: Use cases include quantum chemistry for new optical switch materials and network anomaly detection for SoftBank’s communication networks. The partnership will also develop hybrid algorithms to optimize hardware use.
- Advance Hardware and Software Technologies: Advance hardware performance including the number of qubits and operation precision. Also develop hybrid computing and error mitigation techniques to work with the hardware and also provide services to ascertain the optimal timing for technological advancements and market need.
The initiative addresses challenges such as the high costs of quantum technology, the need for clear revenue models, and advancements in hardware and software technologies. By integrating quantum computing with AI, SoftBank and Quantinuum aim to tackle complex problems in industries like healthcare, finance, logistics, and energy.
For more information, view the original press release here.
January 28, 2025
