Quantum computers: why Google, NASA and others are putting …
2019年10月29日 · 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.
How quantum computing is changing molecular drug development
2025年1月3日 · 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 ...
Quantum computing: New data centre is important for Europe
2023年7月11日 · 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.
Explainer: What is quantum technology and what are its benefits?
2024年7月3日 · 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
2023年1月18日 · 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.
First Quantum Computing Guidelines Launched as Investment …
2022年1月19日 · "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 to ensure global development of quantum technologies
2024年10月14日 · 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 tech firms are tackling the risks of quantum computing
2024年4月23日 · 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”.
Can we build a 'quantum economy'? | World Economic Forum
2024年2月5日 · The Quantum Economy Blueprint also looks at building a quantum-literate workforce and using quantum technologies to strengthen national and economic security. Other important themes include creating standards for quantum technologies, developing them responsibly and addressing cybersecurity threats from advanced quantum algorithms.
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2019年12月17日 · As co-chair of the Global Future Council on Quantum Computing, I was excited that we were unanimous in agreeing that the world should devote more resources, including in education, to developing the powerful quantum computing capability that could help reach climate change solutions, meet the SDGs more widely and much more.