Highlighting the integral role of science, technology and innovation in strengthening relations between Qatar and Canada, Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mitacs, a non-profit organization based at the University of British Columbia.

The New Mexico Quantum Moonshot, a groundbreaking initiative designed to catalyze the state’s leadership in quantum information technologies (QIT), has been invited to submit a full proposal to the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) prestigious Regional Innovation Engines program. As one of only four quantum-focused ecosystems in the country invited to this stage, this recognition highlights New Mexico’s potential to become a global powerhouse in quantum technology, with the aim of leveraging the state’s unique combination of national security, academic, and industry assets to create transformative economic growth and ensure national security.

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Joins IQST as a New Partner.

Quantum pioneer Diraq has won the Defence, Dual-Use Technology and Space category at the InnovationAus 2024 Awards for Excellence for its tech advancements that could see the potential of quantum computing reach a commercial reality.

Quantum Corridor Inc., a quantum-ready fiberoptic communications network connecting Chicago and Northwest Indiana, announced the close of its $10 million Series A round. The raise was funded by eight family offices and individual tech investors and brings Quantum Corridor’s total funding to more than $27 million.

Alice & Bob, a global leader in the race for fault-tolerant quantum computing, has announced the release of Dynamiqs, a pioneering quantum simulation library. Dynamiqs integrates NVIDIA accelerated computing, driving quantum simulations beyond state-of-the-art levels of performance and setting the stage for major breakthroughs in quantum research.

Aegiq announced that it is leading the Quantum Link Assurance System (QLAS) project with support from BT Group and OpenLightComm. Contracted by Innovate UK’s Small Business Research Initiative scheme, Aegiq will develop a prototype solution for operators of fibre links to enable the improvement of operational security and quality of service assurance.

Lightsynq Technologies Inc., a startup developing quantum interconnect technology solutions for commercial use, today announced it has raised approximately $18 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Cerberus Ventures, the venture investing platform of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. (Cerberus), with participation from Murata Electronics North America Inc., IAG Capital Partners, Safar Partners, QVT, Element Six and In-Q-Tel (IQT).

IQM Quantum Computers (IQM), a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers, today announced that its quantum cloud service IQM Resonance will be available to Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), the largest U.S. Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, for accelerating research.

A group of South Korean researchers has successfully developed an integrated quantum circuit chip using photons (light particles). This achievement is expected to enhance the global competitiveness of the team in quantum computation research. Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) announced that they have developed a system capable of controlling eight photons using a photonic integrated-circuit chip. With this system, they can explore various quantum phenomena, such as multipartite entanglement resulting from the interaction of the photons.