Atom Computing has developed a 1,225-site atomic array containing 1,180 qubits for its next-generation neutral atom quantum computer set to be released in 2024. The company said Tuesday it has become the first quantum system developer to cross the 1,000-qubit threshold in a universal, gate-based system, which is necessary to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing for solving large-scale problems.

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PsiQuantum has entered into a cooperative research and development agreement with Stanford University to use the facilities at the Department of Energy's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory to support the development of a commercial quantum computing system. The company said Thursday it will design and develop cryogenic quantum modules using SLAC's high-power cryogenic infrastructure, which provides kilowatts of cooling power necessary to build a large-scale quantum computer.

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Maryland-based IonQ will provide the Air Force Research Laboratory with a pair of barium-based trapped ion quantum computing systems under a new contract worth $25.5 million. The systems will be installed at AFRL’s facility in Rome, New York, and will help the organization in research work related to quantum networking and the development of quantum […] More

A coalition of experts, technologists and researchers has been established with the aim of increasing public understanding and adoption of post-quantum cryptography. The members of the PQC Coalition will work to, among other things, promote standards and technical approaches related to post-quantum cryptography and mature technologies in anticipation of the transition to PQC, Mitre, one of the coalition's founding members, said Tuesday.

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SandboxAQ has released its new Quantum Technologies training course to help equip those involved in federal missions with a strong understanding of quantum fundamentals. Launched in partnership with FedLearn, a provider of training programs tailored to U.S. government missions with a primary focus on defense and intelligence, the two-hour online course includes information on notable opportunities, challenges and risks in quantum research and development efforts. More

Orion Space Solutions has established a consortium of experts from the government, industry and academia to advance the development of quantum technology for space and national defense applications. The Consortium for Space Quantum Innovation will facilitate research, development and deployment of an integrated ecosystem of quantum spacecraft, sensors and data platforms to address current and […] More

Orion Space Solutions has established a consortium of experts from the government, industry and academia to advance the development of quantum technology for space and national defense applications. The Consortium for Space Quantum Innovation will facilitate research, development and deployment of an integrated ecosystem of quantum spacecraft, sensors and data platforms to address current and future needs in cislunar space. More

SandboxAQ has partnered with over 30 corporations, major universities and other educational institutions to build up a pool of tech talent and expand training in the field of artificial intelligence and quantum technologies. The company said Tuesday it has collaborated with Vanguard, EY and Deloitte, among other firms, to train and upskill employees in quantum […] More

Quantum software company SandboxAQ has unveiled an open-source encryption library that works to enable software developers to use cryptographic algorithms to create more secure applications. Sandwich provides tools designed to embed post-quantum cryptography algorithms directly into software applications and swap cryptographic elements without rewriting code, SandboxAQ said Tuesday. The meta-library works with open-source cryptographic libraries […] More

With an increased emphasis on quantum computing across the federal landscape, it may sometimes feel like full-scale quantum capabilities are just around the corner. But although physicists, scientists and experts have been working on quantum problems for nearly a century, we’re not as close to a quantum future as we may think. Dr. Ken Urquhart, […] More

Atom Computing has partnered with the Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory to explore the potential applications of quantum computing to optimize the U.S. power grid. The team will research how quantum computing could be used to keep the electric grid stable and enhance decision-making on the re-routing of power during a switch or […] More

SandboxAQ will implement its cryptographic management platform under a prototype other transaction authority agreement with the Defense Information Systems Agency. The company said Tuesday it will work with Microsoft and Deloitte & Touche as it delivers its SandboxAQ Security Suite to DISA through the prototype OTA. The SandboxAQ Security Suite works to provide agile cryptography […] More