Qubits—the fundamental units of quantum information—drive entire tech sectors. Among them, superconducting qubits could be instrumental in building a large-scale quantum computer, but they rely on electrical signals and are difficult to scale. In a breakthrough, a team of physicists at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) has achieved a fully optical readout of superconducting qubits, pushing the technology beyond its current limitations. Their findings were published in Nature Physics.

A recent study led by quantum researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory proved popular among the science community interested in building a more reliable quantum network.

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.

SoftBank Corp. ("SoftBank") and Quantinuum ("Quantinuum") announced they agreed to a wide-ranging partnership in quantum computing. By combining their respective strengths, both companies will unlock innovative quantum computing solutions that will overcome the limitations of classical artificial intelligence (AI) and realize next-generation technologies.

BTQ Technologies Corp. (the "Company"), a global quantum technology company focused on securing mission-critical networks, is pleased to announce to announce the publication of the research paper "Proof-of-Work Consensus by Quantum Sampling" in the prestigious journal Quantum Science and Technology, published by IOP Publishing. This peer-reviewed, open-access article marks a significant milestone in advancing sustainable and quantum-secure blockchain technology.

The 2024 International Conference on Quantum Technologies for High Energy Physics (QT4HEP), hosted by the CERN Quantum Technology Initiative (QTI) from 20-24 January 2025, brings together the global physics community to discuss advancements in quantum technologies and their impact on fundamental physics.

The new Emmy Noether junior research group “Quantum Network Nodes” was launched at the beginning of the year. It focuses on research in the fields of quantum computing and quantum communication and is headed by physicist Dr. Stephan Welte, who has acquired funding of 1.9 million euros for the project.

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

MIT physicists have created a new ultrathin, two-dimensional material with unusual magnetic properties that initially surprised the researchers before they went on to solve the complicated puzzle behind those properties’ emergence. As a result, the work introduces a new platform for studying how materials behave at the most fundamental level — the world of quantum physics.

Quantum Coast Capital (QCC) is pleased to announce that Dmitry Green, PhD has joined the firm as Chief Science Officer and General Partner. With more than two decades of original research in quantum physics and extensive experience in financial strategy, Green brings an unmatched combination of expertise to QCC’s efforts to accelerate innovation and drive value in the rapidly evolving quantum technology sector.