Oxford Instruments, OQC, and Quantum Machines to Reveal Open Quantum Computing Platform at APS Global Physics Summit 2025
Insider Brief: Oxford Instruments NanoScience, Oxford Quantum Circuits, and Quantum Machines are launching the Architect platform: an open-architecture quantum computing system that integrates OQC’s Lucy Gen2 processor, Quantum Machines’ OPX1000 controller, and Oxford Instruments’ ProteoxMX dilution refrigerator. The platform addresses key barriers in quantum computing by providing hands-on access to real hardware, allowing users to […]
SEEQC Installs Cross-Qubit Scaling Platform at UK’s National Quantum Computing Centre
Insider Brief: SEEQC is installing a cross-qubit scaling platform at the National Quantum Computing Centre in Oxfordshire, making it the first deployment of its kind in the UK. The platform uses Single Flux Quantum digital logic to enhance quantum computing control systems, addressing scalability and efficiency challenges. SEEQC, which recently secured $30 million in funding, […]
UKRI and Innovate UK Award Over $15M to Fund 10 Projects Through the Quantum Missions Pilot Program
Insider Brief: The UK has allocated over £12 million (approximately $15.5 million) to ten projects through the Quantum Missions pilot competition to advance quantum computing and quantum networks. Projects focus on overcoming challenges in qubit stability, scalability, and error correction to move quantum systems toward real-world applications. Funding supports improvements in quantum networks, including advancements […]
Oxford Ionics Selected For Quantum Missions Pilot to Upgrade NQCC Testbed
Insider Brief Oxford Ionics has been selected by the UK’s DSIT and Innovate UK for the Quantum Missions pilot, leading the Q-Surge project to advance scalable and commercially viable quantum computing. The Q-Surge consortium, including Oxford Ionics, Riverlane, and Bay Photonics, aims to improve qubit routing, error correction, and packaging technologies for large-scale trapped-ion quantum […]
Shahin Khan, Partner, OrionX
“The Superposition Guy’s Podcast”, hosted by Yuval Boger, Chief Commercial Officer at QuEra Computing Shahin Khan, co-founder of OrionX, joins Yuval Boger to explore the intersection of quantum computing and high-performance computing (HPC). Shahin discusses why HPC is a natural early adopter of quantum technologies, the role of QPUs alongside GPUs and CPUs, and how […]
Jij Inc. Expands to the UK and Joins UKQuantum to Strengthen Global Quantum Efforts
Insider Brief: Jij Inc. is establishing its first overseas branch, Jij Europe Ltd., in the UK to expand its global quantum optimization efforts and strengthen ties with the UK quantum ecosystem. The company has officially joined UKQuantum, becoming the second Japanese company in the consortium alongside Toshiba United Kingdom. Jij is collaborating with UK institutions, […]
Government Minister Praises University of Sussex Plan to Create ‘Quantum Silicon Valley’ on The South Coast
Insider Brief The University of Sussex’s quantum technology research and training programs were praised by Minister for Future Digital Economy, Baroness Jones, for their potential to drive economic growth and technological advancements in the UK. During her visit, Baroness Jones met with Professor Winfried Hensinger and local leaders to discuss Sussex’s role in quantum computing […]
Toyota Tsusho to Partner with ORCA Computing
Insider Brief ORCA Computing and Toyota Tsusho have partnered to provide ORCA’s PT Series quantum computing systems to customers in Japan and the Asia Pacific region. The partnership leverages Toyota Tsusho’s industry expertise and ORCA’s quantum-classical integration to support applications in automotive, chemicals, and Industry 4.0. ORCA’s photonic quantum systems, which combine generative AI and […]
Frédéric Rivain, CTO of Dashlane on the intersection of quantum computing and cybersecurity
“The Superposition Guy’s Podcast”, hosted by Yuval Boger, Chief Commercial Officer at QuEra Computing Frédéric Rivain, CTO of Dashlane is interviewed by Yuval Boger. They discuss the intersection of quantum computing and cybersecurity. Frédéric explains how Dashlane is preparing for the post-quantum era by testing cryptographic algorithms, implementing crypto-agility, and anticipating the “Harvest Now, Decrypt […]
Bristol Physicist Dr. Shuqiu Wang Wins £943K UKRI Award to Advance Quantum Matter Research
Insider Brief Dr. Shuqiu Wang of the University of Bristol has received a £942,830 UKRI New Investigator Award to study the interplay of electron correlations, topology, and magnetism in quantum materials using advanced low-temperature microscopy. The research will focus on kagome materials, leveraging their unique lattice structure to investigate quantum phenomena and develop topologically protected […]