Riverlane, a global leader in quantum error correction (QEC), has announced the appointment of Liz Durst as Vice President of QEC Community. Liz is a highly regarded leader in the quantum computing industry with extensive experience developing open-source tools and fostering global technology communities. Her expertise will be instrumental in advancing QEC and accelerating Riverlane’s mission to make quantum computing useful, sooner.

Quantum researchers from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, have demonstrated the potential for quantum computing to significantly improve how we solve complex problems involving large datasets, highlighting the potential of using quantum in areas such as real-time traffic management, agricultural monitoring, healthcare, and energy optimisation.

The allocation of £4 million from the UK and $4.2 million from Canada (totalling £6.5 million) in grant funding will support 10 innovative and collaborative research projects.

IonQ, a leader in the quantum computing and networking industries, today announced the renewal of its agreement with Abu Dhabi’s Quantum Research Center – Technology Innovation Institute (TII) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This renewed customer agreement ensures that TII will continue to leverage IonQ’s quantum computing technology to advance the UAE’s position as a global leader in science and technology.

Thirteen University of Waterloo researchers have received $16.2 million for 16 projects advancing quantum science and technology.

Purdue University-connected software company Quantum Research Sciences (QRS) has received a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research contract from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), which contracts, purchases, distributes, stores and disposes of items for the Department of Defense.

The future of tin-based qubits is brighter thanks to breakthrough work by Stanford University researchers supported through a quantum research center led by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory.

The Franco-German research team, including members from the University of Freiburg, shows that supramolecular chemistry enables efficient spin communication through hydrogen bonds.

Quantum technology is revolutionizing the global landscape, with countries striving to harness its transformative potential. Encompassing areas like quantum computing, communication, and sensing, this cutting-edge field has captivated governments, industries, and academia. The Asia-Pacific region stands out for its growing influence and rapid advancements in quantum R&D.

Canada has announced over CA$74 million (approximately $52 million) in funding for 107 quantum science projects, in order to advance quantum technologies in areas like quantum computing, communications, encryption, materials, and sensing. The funding aligns with Canada’s National Quantum Strategy and includes partnerships with private, public, and international organizations.