Recent #Quantum Computing news in the semiconductor industry

11 months ago
➀ IBM opened its first quantum data center outside of the US in Ehningen, Germany, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz in attendance; ➁ The center houses two IBM Quantum Eagle-based systems and an upcoming IBM Heron system, enhancing IBM's global quantum network; ➂ The German government is supporting the development of quantum technologies and the center is expected to foster innovation and business growth.
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11 months ago
➀ Irish quantum computing startup Equal1 has signed a MoU with Nvidia to collaborate on quantum computing technology. ➁ Equal1 is developing scalable, cost-effective silicon spin qubits and has produced successful test chips, patented IP, and world-leading qubit performance. ➂ The collaboration will focus on integrating and validating quantum-classical infrastructure for cloud and data centre deployment.
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12 months ago
➀ The Cyberagentur has signed contracts with three international tech companies for the development of mobile quantum computers; ➁ The project, with an investment of over 35 million euros, aims to enable mobile use in security, defense, and civilian applications; ➂ The research will focus on miniaturizing quantum computers while maintaining high performance for mobile use in security and defense scenarios.
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12 months ago
➀ The Cyberagentur has signed contracts with three international technology companies for the development of mobile quantum computers. The project marks a milestone in quantum research and paves the way for new applications of quantum computers. The goal is to enable mobile use in security and defense scenarios as well as in civil applications. ➁ The research project aims to advance the miniaturization of quantum computers while maintaining high performance and necessary peripherals. The construction and functional demonstration of a reproducible and programmable mobile quantum computer are recorded as project results. ➂ The project is expected to bring Germany to the forefront of mobile quantum computing technology, securing its leading position in quantum technology research and strengthening the country's digital sovereignty.
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12 months ago
➀ Researchers have developed a new device for manipulating 2D materials, enabling more efficient study and potential applications in transistors, quantum computing, and optical devices. ➁ The device, designed by Yuan Cao and his team at MIT, can twist thin materials easily, replacing the previous labor-intensive method. ➂ This advancement significantly expands the possibilities for discovery in the field of twistronics.
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12 months ago
➀ Aston University set a world record by sending data at 402Tbit/s over standard optical fibres. ➁ Researchers at Bath University developed a lactic acid sensor using a graphene-like foam capacitor. ➂ Glasgow University's ANALOGUE IC packaging research could lead to applications in biomedical implants and quantum computing interfaces. ➃ Leicester University's space battery passed vibration tests, and Nottingham Trent University is exploring washable stretchable electronics for medical wearables. ➄ Oxford researchers demonstrated a low-noise qubit integrated circuit for quantum computing.
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about 1 year ago
➀ The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) is collaborating with 24 German research institutions and companies to develop a fully German quantum computer using superconducting quantum chips with reduced error rates. ➁ A first demonstrator, halfway through the project, is now operational, featuring advanced CMOS semiconductor manufacturing expertise. ➂ The project, supported by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, aims to develop a system with next-generation superconducting circuits and very low error rates, positioning it as a global leader in quantum computing technology.
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about 1 year ago
➀ The HPC market, including servers and cloud, was valued at $372 billion in 2023, with a slight decrease from 2022. ➁ The on-prem HPC server market was $150 billion in 2023, expected to grow to $163 billion in 2024. ➂ HPC cloud market is projected to grow strongly, with a 21% increase in spending on public cloud resources for HPC workloads. ➃ HPC/AI storage continues to be the fastest-growing element, accounting for about 21% of on-prem HPC spending. ➄ Quantum computing market is expected to reach $15 billion by 2026, with a 22.1% annual growth rate.
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about 1 year ago
➀ Tommaso Calarco discusses the potential of quantum computing in revolutionizing materials science, chemistry, and drug discovery through molecular simulation. ➁ He highlights significant engineering challenges, particularly in scaling qubits while maintaining quality. ➂ Calarco also emphasizes the role of quantum communication in providing a secure alternative to current encryption methods, addressing cybersecurity concerns.
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about 1 year ago
➀ The Fraunhofer IAO, in collaboration with partners, is developing an innovation concept for a comprehensive software stack for quantum computers. ➁ The goal is to create a unified framework to facilitate the seamless integration of quantum computing technologies from the lab to practical applications. ➂ This project, supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, aims to strengthen technological sovereignty in quantum computing for Germany and Europe.
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about 1 year ago
➀ The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published the world's first three post-quantum cryptography standards, including two algorithms developed by IBM. ➁ These standards aim to protect encrypted data from potential cyberattacks using quantum computers. ➂ IBM is also developing additional algorithms for future standardization, continuing its efforts to make the world quantum-safe.
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about 1 year ago
1. Engineers from EPFL have developed a device that converts heat into electrical voltage at extremely low temperatures, matching the efficiency of room temperature technologies; 2. The device, made of graphene and indium selenide, leverages the Nernst effect to convert heat to voltage, addressing a key challenge in quantum computing; 3. This advancement could revolutionize cooling systems for quantum computing, enabling larger and more efficient quantum systems.
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