Insider Brief Quside is working closely with Equinix to enable easy access to the latest quantum random number generation technologies. In cryptography, entropy creates unpredictable strings of random numbers, making it difficult to predict patterns and hack into systems. The partnership hopes to help customers build the strongest cryptographic foundation to defend against increasingly sophisticated attacks. PRESS RELEASE — Quside, a quantum technology company, is working closely with Equinix, the world’s digital infrastructure company®, to enable easy access to the latest quantum random nu ..read more

Insider Brief Researchers aim to use quantum computers tackle one of the most challenging computational problems in genomic science: building, augmenting and analysing pangenomic datasets for large population samples. The project sits at frontiers of research in both biomedical science and quantum computing.   The researchers say advances could pave the way for personalised medicine and improve tracking and management of pathogen outbreaks. PRESS RELEASE — A new collaboration brings together a world-leading interdisciplinary team with skills across quantum computing, genomics and advan ..read more

Insider Brief Deep Tech Lab – Quantum (DTL-Q) aims to position Denmark as a significant player in the global quantum technology sector. DTL-Q cultivates a comprehensive ecosystem that nurtures all aspects of startup growth. The accelerator’s strategy includes forging key partnerships to expand its reach and resources. From Copenhagen, a significant initiative in quantum technology is underway. Deep Tech Lab – Quantum (DTL-Q), an ambitious accelerator, aims to position Denmark as a significant player in the global quantum technology sector. The accelerator seeks to leverage Denmark’s researc ..read more

As the experimental physics world pushes toward realizing practical quantum computers, few voices carry as much weight as John Martinis. The pioneering physicist, honored with the 2021 John Stewart Bell Prize, sat down with Isaac De Vlugt of Xanadu to share his perspectives on the significant challenges that remain. One of the core obstacles, according to Martinis, is the disconnect between theoretical abstractions and the realities of quantum hardware implementation. “The abstraction works so well that you forget there’s real hardware out there and there are real problems,” he said. “It’s no ..read more

Insider Brief Private investment in quantum technologies is down 7% compared to Q1 2023, according to The Quantum Insider’s first quarterly report for 2024. The number was comparable to the same period in Q1. Although investing in quantum slowed, the pace of research and development and intellectual property creation remained intense. Private funding continues to be hesitant to invest in quantum technologies, according to the latest figures from The Quantum Insider’s first quarterly report for 2024. The Q1 2024 report, built on data from TQI’s Market Intelligence Platform, shows that privat ..read more

Insider Brief Dr. Shuqiu Wang, Assistant Professor in Physics, University of Bristol, has been selected as the winner of the 2024 Nicholas Kurti Science Prize. Dr. Wang received the award for her work in atomic-scale visualisation and identification of electronic structures in p-wave topological superconductors at millikelvin temperatures. This research is helping to advance the study of unconventional superconductivity through state-of-the-art experimental techniques. PRESS RELEASE — Oxford Instruments is delighted to announce that Dr. Shuqiu Wang, Assistant Professor in Physics, Universit ..read more

Insider Brief The European Commission has launched calls for proposals for research and innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies. The proposals fall under Horizon Europe’s 2023-2024 digital, industrial and space work programme. The Commission states that €40 million will be invested to boost research into quantum technologies. PRESS RELEASE — The European Commission has launched calls for proposals under Horizon Europe’s 2023-2024 digital, industrial and space work programme for research and innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies ..read more

Insider Brief The UK announced a comprehensive review of exports and foreign investments by British firms to safeguard against economic vulnerabilities. Britain is set to intensify scrutiny on the export of cryogenic equipment vital for quantum computing. Critical Quote: “Cryogenics – the ability to reduce temperatures to near kelvin zero – is something that 10 years ago was purely for research purposes, but with the advent of quantum computing is a key part of that.” — Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden Britain is set to intensify scrutiny on the export of cryogenic equipment vital for qu ..read more

Insider Brief With support from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, researchers simulated a key quantum state at one of the largest scales reported. The study used Quantinuum’s H1-1 computer to model a quantum version of a classical mathematical model that tracks how a disease spreads. Researchers estimated at 70 qubits their approach could equal or surpass a classical computer’s capabilities. Story: ORNL PRESS RELEASE — Researchers simulated a key quantum state at one of the largest scales reported, with support from the Quantum Computing User Program, or QCUP, at the ..read more

Insider Brief Bluefors today announced development of an ultra-compact version of the world’s most widely used dilution refrigerator system. The new ultra-compact LD is a small footprint cryogenic measurement system ideal for laboratory environments with limited space, or where multiple units need to be in a single space. The systems are known  for their unmatched reliability, with over 1250 units in operation worldwide. HELSINKI, Finland, April 24, 2024: Bluefors today announced development of an ultra-compact version of the world’s most widely used dilution refrigerator system.  ..read more