Quantum computers: why Google, NASA and others are putting …
Oct 29, 2019 · In 1997, the first tiny quantum computer was built, but the field really took off only when the Canadian startup D-Wave revealed its 28-qubit quantum computer in 2007. Similar to the trajectory of non-quantum communication, which took more than 100 years from discovery to mass use, quantum computers are now maturing very quickly.
Quantum computing: New data centre is important for Europe
Jul 11, 2023 · Quantum computing harnesses quantum mechanics to solve problems too complex for classical computers. IBM has announced plans to build its first European quantum data centre, bringing multiple quantum computers under one roof. Here are three reasons why the timing for accelerating quantum computing efforts couldn’t be better.
How quantum computing is changing molecular drug development
Jan 3, 2025 · By utilizing quantum principles such as superposition and entanglement, our quantum methods evaluate numerous configurations far more efficiently than classical systems. We successfully implemented this algorithm on Orion, our neutral-atom quantum computer, marking the first time a quantum algorithm has been used for a molecular biology task of ...
Explainer: What is quantum technology and what are its benefits?
Jul 3, 2024 · At the heart of quantum computing is a quantum bit (qubit), which is the quantum equivalent of a classical bit, the most fundamental unit for encoding information. Where a bit can be in a state of either on or off (0 or 1), a qubit can be in either 0 or 1 – or a combination of both.
The world is heading for a 'quantum divide': here's why it matters
Jan 18, 2023 · According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, a fault-tolerant quantum computer could be capable of breaking current encryption used for Public Key Cryptography as soon as 2030. This will put everything from individuals’ personal information to governments’ military and intelligence secrets at risk.
How to ensure global development of quantum technologies
Oct 14, 2024 · More recently, NATO published its first quantum strategy and called for the creation of a transatlantic quantum community to prepare its members for a quantum future. These international efforts are set to accelerate the development of quantum solutions, but are likely to produce a global divide in leading-edge systems along ideological lines.
How can we best prepare for the quantum computing shift?
Jan 10, 2024 · Preparing for a quantum-secure world requires workforce training, thorough assessment of quantum-sensitive assets and components and upgrading to quantum-resistant algorithms. The development of quantum-resistant technologies is critical to safeguard IoT devices, data safety and digital assets from quantum computing threats.
First Quantum Computing Guidelines Launched as Investment …
Jan 19, 2022 · "Quantum computing holds the potential to help solve some of society's greatest challenges, and IBM has been at the forefront of bringing quantum hardware and software to communities of discovery worldwide," said Dr. Heike Riel, IBM Fellow, Head of Science and Technology and Lead, Quantum, IBM Research Europe. "This report is a key step in ...
How tech firms are tackling the risks of quantum computing
Apr 23, 2024 · In an announcement on 21 February, 2024, Apple unveiled what it called, “a groundbreaking post-quantum cryptographic protocol”. The company says its “PQ3” security system is designed to protect data sent over its iMessage platform. Apple claims its system offers protection against “even highly sophisticated quantum attacks”.
US unveils new tools to withstand encryption-breaking quantum
Aug 27, 2024 · Quantum computing brings significant opportunity — and cybersecurity risks. New encryption algorithms have been designed to endure cyberattacks from quantum computers. Industry experts told the World Economic Forum that the algorithms mark a “pivotal milestone” and are an “essential stepping stone.”