Insider Brief PNNL convened quantum computing, chemistry, and industry experts to identify practical applications and requirements for achieving quantum utility in chemistry and materials science. Workshop participants examined hybrid quantum-classical approaches, AI-assisted quantum algorithm development, and use cases that could benefit from future fault-tolerant quantum computers. Discussions highlighted the need for more than 100 logical … Read more

Insider Brief Classiq and Rolls-Royce published research exploring how quantum linear solvers could be integrated into computational fluid dynamics (CFD) workflows used in engineering simulations. The study found that a hybrid classical-quantum CFD workflow could still converge using an approximate quantum solver while significantly reducing quantum resource requirements. The work highlights the importance of evaluating … Read more

Insider Brief ORCA Computing and Toyota Tsusho have deployed an ORCA PT-2 photonic quantum computer to a major enterprise customer in Japan, marking ORCA’s first private-sector enterprise installation. The system was deployed in under one week and will support hybrid quantum-AI applications across manufacturing, logistics, optimization, and advanced engineering workloads. The deployment integrates quantum computing … Read more

Insider Brief Chandigarh University has launched the KCC Space Technology & Research Program 2026 and Summer Internship Program 2026 with participation from ISRO, IIST, SCL, and other leading scientific institutions. The month-long initiative will provide students with training, mentoring, workshops, and exposure to emerging technologies in space, semiconductors, AI, and quantum communications. ISRO, IIST, and … Read more

Insider Brief The UK Government has launched the Quantum Standards Network (QSN), led by NPL and supported by industry, government, and standards organizations to coordinate quantum standards development. The initiative focuses on skills development, international standards engagement, and support for UK companies adopting and contributing to quantum standards. The QSN supports the UK’s National Quantum … Read more

Insider Brief Quantum Art reported simulation and noise-modeling results indicating that its trapped-ion multi-qubit gate architecture can support scalable fault-tolerant quantum computing with finite error-correction thresholds. The company said its analysis found that logical error rates continue to decline as systems scale, while error propagation from multi-qubit gates remains localized and compatible with surface-code error … Read more

Insider Brief Emergence Quantum has entered a strategic partnership with Serendipity Capital that includes a significant investment aimed at expanding advanced computing ventures and products across the quantum sector. The agreement combines Emergence Quantum’s expertise in quantum engineering and cryogenic computing with Serendipity Capital’s investment capabilities, technical due diligence resources and global network of industry … Read more

Insider Brief HPE expanded collaborations with eight quantum technology companies to advance hybrid quantum-classical computing integrated with HPC and AI infrastructure. The partnerships span multiple quantum computing modalities, including superconducting, trapped-ion, neutral-atom, and silicon-spin systems, alongside quantum control and error-correction technologies. HPE aims to develop integrated testbeds for hybrid workflows, software interoperability, and benchmarking across … Read more

Insider Brief Quantum Pulse Ventures has expanded its composite pulse photonics technology with the launch of Quantum Pulse 2.0, a platform designed to improve the scalability, fidelity and efficiency of photonic quantum computing and quantum networking systems. The company says its approach can be integrated into existing silicon photonics, silicon nitride and thin-film lithium niobate … Read more

Guest Post by Yoon Auh, Founder of BOLTS Technologies IBM’s recent announcement that it plans to invest more than $10 billion over the next five years to fund its quantum roadmap, including its stated goal of delivering a large-scale fault-tolerant quantum computer by 2029 has generated exactly the kind of headlines you would expect.  Quantum … Read more