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The Daily Qubit and The Quantum Insider bring you today's freshly brewed quantum news and research: ⚆ Amazon Web Services (AWS) Braket has integrated Rigetti Computing's 84-qubit Ankaa-2 superconducting quantum processor into its cloud service, offering continuous availability and supporting hybrid quantum-classical tasks with improved gate operations and two-qubit fidelities. ⚆ Scientists at Algorithmiq developed a tensor network-based method for characterizing noise in quantum computers, proving effective on systems with up to 20 qubits. ⚆ Researchers from HRL Laboratories, LLC, Boeing, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology used quantum computation to stabilize cyclic ozone within fullerene cages, exploring advancements in rocket fuel efficiency. ⚆ A team at the The University of Edinburgh developed QML methods using NVIDIA's CUDA-Q platform that reduced the qubit count needed for large data set analysis and bypassed the need for QRAM. ⚆ Researchers from the University of Chicago and the Università di Trento have introduced an exact Ansatz for solving eigenstate problems in mixed fermion-boson systems. ⚆ Quantum Machines and Bluefors have expanded their partnership, integrating the QCage sample holder with Bluefors' cryogenic measurement systems to streamline hardware setup. ⚆ A team at the University of Minnesota uncovered how light, electrons, and crystal vibrations interact in materials, focusing on planar hyperbolic polaritons, which have implications for improving quantum information processing architectures. ⚆ Researchers from the National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada and the University of Ottawa have developed a platform for programmable photonic quantum circuits using ultrafast time-bin encoding. ⚆ The IEEE ICMLA'24 Special Session on Quantum Machine Learning will focus on advancements in quantum computing, particularly variational quantum circuits, and their applications. The session invites papers on topics such as trustworthy QML and quantum cybersecurity, with submissions due by September 5th. ⚆ In the latest episode of The New Quantum Era podcast, hosts Sebastian Hassinger and Kevin Rowe interview Jessica Pointing and discuss the challenges and opportunities of applying classical machine learning concepts to quantum systems, particularly focusing on quantum neural networks. ⚆ In a recent interview Ferdinand T., CEO of Moth Quantum, discusses his company's mission to bridge quantum computing with the creative industries. Moth Quantum is launching innovative products like the Quantum Synthesizer, to revolutionize music, gaming, and digital art through quantum technology. Don't miss a single qubit --get the latest news in quantum delivered daily from The Daily Qubit and The Quantum Insider.

☕ Freshly Brewed Quantum News | August 15th, 2024 Rigetti Computing's new alternating-bias assisted annealing, a hybrid quantum deep learning model for rice yield forecasting, and a collaboration promoting technological innovation and workforce development ⚆ Rigetti Computing’s new technique, "Alternating-Bias Assisted Annealing", has been integrated into Rigetti's standard fabrication process for better qubit performance and scalability ⚆ The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have partnered to advance quantum information science by developing quantum technologies in computing, networking, and sensing, while also providing UTC students with internships and project opportunities ⚆ A hybrid quantum deep learning model combines quantum feature processing with deep learning techniques like Bi-LSTM and XGBoost to improve rice yield forecasting accuracy ⚆ On last week's The Superposition Guy's podcast, Yuval Boger interviews Richard Murray, CEO and co-founder of ORCA Computing on building photonic quantum computers using existing telecom components and optical fibers. Listen here --> https://lnkd.in/gfN2xuzW ⚆ Faye Wattleton's pioneering leadership in creating innovative insurance solutions and her recent engagement with quantum computing through EeroQ Quantum Hardware highlight the power of bold decisions in driving innovation. She also stresses the role of diverse perspectives in shaping emerging technologies, especially in ethical governance. ⚆ Scope AI Corp. has launched the QSE Quantum Gateway module globally, offering quantum-resilient security solutions that bridge privacy and latency gaps for businesses, providing scalable encryption and secure data storage across various applications ⚆ WISeKey SA has partnered with Venafi to offer TLS certificate services on the Venafi Marketplace to support organizations in adopting quantum-resistant cryptography and promote crypto-agility ⚆ Quantum Circuits, Inc. raised over $60 million in a Series B round to commercialize their quantum systems with built-in error detection, featuring a unique dual-rail qubit architecture designed for scalable, high-fidelity quantum computing ⚆ A model for parallelizing quantum circuit executions, using a virtual quantum processing unit within the XACC framework, demonstrates strong scalability in quantum chemistry and machine learning by using both CPU and GPU-accelerated HPC platforms ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics

☕ Freshly Brewed Quantum News | August 14th, 2024 Qubernetes for reduced cost/increased speed in quantum software dev, new fermion-to-qubit mapping reduces entanglement, the connection between qubit materials and energy loss, and aperiodic/Penrose tilings inspire QEC codes ⚆ Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä are helping quantum developers experiment more efficiently with Qubernetes, a Kubernetes-based platform, and custom Jupyter kernels that allow seamless switching between local and remote environments, optimizing cost and speed in quantum software development ⚆ A new fermion-to-qubit mapping presented by ICFO and ICREA reduces entanglement in quantum simulations, making these simulations more practical and efficient on current quantum hardware, particularly for small molecules and electronic structure problems ⚆ Researchers from Yale University and Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed new quantum device and materials analysis techniques that significantly reduce energy loss, enhancing qubit coherence and overall quantum device performance ⚆ Spectral Capital Corporation's Quantum Bridge Program accelerates quantum startups by providing technical support, funding, and industry connection -- accelerating research toward real-world applications ⚆ BTQ joins QuINSA as a founding member alongside IBM and AWS to develop international standards for quantum communication, computing, and sensing ⚆ Researchers at Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) demonstrate Parrondo's paradox in quantum walks, where combining losing strategies can yield a winning outcome, offering new possibilities for quantum algorithm development ⚆ Researchers from North South University in Bangladesh propose a multi-layered security system combining quantum key distribution with classical cryptography to enhance the security of steganographic images against quantum and classical attacks ⚆ A Quanta Magazine podcast explores how the non-repeating patterns of aperiodic tilings, like Penrose tiles, could inspire new quantum error-correcting codes to protect quantum information ⚆ Anna Knörr's experience in the Perimeter Institute Perimeter Scholars International program highlights the importance of curiosity and openness in advancing quantum science and innovation ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics

☕ Freshly Brewed Quantum News | August 12th, 2024 NIST finalizes PQC standards, NASA Cold Atom Lab's quantum sensor on the International Space Station, and QDisCoCirc for BQP-hard NLP tasks ⚆ National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released three encryption standards designed to withstand quantum computer-based cyberattacks, encouraging immediate implementation to secure sensitive information against potential quantum threats ⚆ Quantinuum scientists introduced QDisCoCirc, a quantum framework adapted from DisCoCirc for NLP tasks that models texts as quantum circuits, offering the potential for quantum speedups in complex tasks like question-answering ⚆ NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Cold Atom Lab aboard the International Space Station became the first to use a quantum sensor for matter-wave interferometry in space, a milestone in precision measurements of gravitational fields and other phenomena ⚆ On the most recent edition of The New Quantum Era podcast, hosts Sebastian Hassinger and Kevin Rowe interview Dr. Julien Camirand Lemyre, the CEO and co-founder of Nord Quantique. They discuss Nord Quantique’s work in QEC using Bosonic qubits and their recent advancements in autonomous QEC. Listen here --> https://lnkd.in/g_pGR6qZ ⚆ Stony Brook University is spearheading a National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded project collaborating with top institutions to build a 10-node distributed quantum network using advanced quantum processing units and entanglement technologies as part of the vision for National Quantum Virtual Laboratory ⚆ QuEra Computing Inc. and Quantum Intelligence Corp. are bringing together neutral-atom quantum computation and the QUEST platform to improve drug development by efficiently predicting in vivo drug behavior through advanced AI and quantum computation ⚆ Researchers from German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence and University of Kaiserslautern (TU-KL) used D-Wave Advantage annealer to efficiently cluster growing networks of Low Earth orbit satellites, outperforming classical methods in both runtime and solution quality ⚆ The ARCTIC-KDT project is building a European supply chain for cryogenic technologies, advancing quantum computing by innovating in materials, simulation, and superconducting quantum computer components ⚆ IonQ has delivered its 35-qubit Forte Enterprise quantum computer to QuantumBasel in Switzerland, providing direct access to advanced quantum systems for research institutes, startups, and other organizations ⚆ Q-CTRL and Quantum AI Global have partnered to build quantum workforce development in India, expanding the Black Opal educational platform across the country through Tamil Nadu's Naan Mudhalvan Upskilling Platform ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience

☕ Freshly Brewed Quantum News | August 12th, 2024 QC & AI link up to improve NLP and the US govt's $7.1B PQC plan ⚆ Researchers at Indiana University Bloomington, supported by NSF-funded Center for Quantum Technologies, are exploring the use of quantum computing for AI models to improve natural language processing and complex reasoning while reducing misinformation ⚆ The U.S. Federal Government has detailed its $7.1 billion strategy for migrating to post-quantum cryptography, emphasizing the need to start this transition before quantum computers can compromise current encryption methods ⚆ On last week's The Superposition Guy's podcast, Yuval Boger interviews Christopher Bishop about his eclectic career from musician to quantum tech consultant, highlighting the value of interdisciplinary skills in emerging fields. Listen here --> https://lnkd.in/gD7zkMT2 ⚆ Researchers from the University of Chicago have developed a tensor network algorithm that efficiently simulates Gaussian boson sampling, challenging recent experiments claiming quantum advantage ⚆ BlueQubit and Quantum Art received a $2.2 million grant from the Israel-U.S. BIRD Foundation to advance quantum machine learning algorithms and quantum processor configurations for enterprise use ⚆ Ooredoo Group is funding QR 2,800,000 to support Qatar's first quantum communication testbed at Hamad Bin Khalifa University, which is currently pursuing 100% security in the face of post-quantum cybersecurity concerns and the quantum future of the internet ⚆ A team at the Politecnico di Milano created high-fidelity entangled four-photon GHZ states on a photonic chip, which significantly enhances secure quantum communication ⚆ A new study between Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Ecole normale supérieure, University of Virginia, and Freie Universität Berlin reveals that quantum error mitigation becomes inefficient as quantum computers scale up, questioning its long-term effectiveness ⚆ QPSOFL, a new protocol combining quantum particle swarm optimization with fuzzy logic, improves energy efficiency and network longevity in wireless sensor networks ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics

🧪 The inherent symmetry of molecules leads to a new, more efficient QGNN architecture. Plus, the National Science and Technology Council urges international cooperation for QIST, quantum memory in the hard x-ray range, and a National Quantum Virtual Laboratory. ⚆ The National Science Foundation (NSF) is investing $5 million in five pilot projects to develop the National Quantum Virtual Laboratory, a distributed resource for advancing quantum technology research and education ⚆ A National Science and Technology Council report underscores the need for international collaboration in quantum information science to maintain U.S. leadership, proposing new funding mechanisms and coordination efforts ⚆ The Unitary Fund Mitiq project will host its first in-person workshop on quantum error mitigation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst QNumerics Summer School, focusing on practical techniques and hands-on learning in quantum computing. ⚆ Researchers from Islamic Azad University introduced reversible computing blocks that reduce quantum cost and improve error detection in quantum circuits ⚆ A new method for storing and releasing X-ray pulses at the single-photon level marks the first realization of quantum memory in the hard X-ray range, relevant for advanced quantum networks ⚆ The director of the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center sought National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)'s guidance on how Illinois manufacturers can enter the quantum tech supply chain -- especially with the upcoming quantum campus. NIST's MATTR service bridges manufacturers with lab experts to strengthen the state's quantum technology supply chain ⚆ BTQ Technologies secured up to C$435,000 for research on post-quantum digital signatures, contributing to the development and commercialization of quantum-resistant cryptography ⚆ Bengbu Medical College Medical University partners with Origin Quantum to use quantum computing for accelerated small molecule drug design and drug discovery processes ⚆ Quantum Machines is hosting the inaugural Adaptive Quantum Circuits conference, highlighting the potential of real-time adaptive circuits to enhance quantum computing performance and scalability ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics

🔍️ Seen any Zitterbewegung lately? If not, don’t fret — this relatively rare phenomenon results from a free electron as predicted by the Dirac equation. And it was recently observed through quantum simulation. Plus, Infleqtion UK's progress towards world’s first quantum-powered global nav system, Mayo Clinic & SandboxAQ use quantum sensing for rapid cardiac diagnosis, and the NVIDIA CUDA-Q update is the quantum developer tool you need. ⚆ Infleqtion UK successfully completes the first phase of its Quantum Enhanced Inertial Navigation Systems (Q-NAV) project, using quantum & classical systems for superior navigation accuracy; sea trial planned for early 2025 on the US Navy's XV Patrick Blackett vessel ⚆ Mayo Clinic & SandboxAQ are developing CardiAQ using quantum sensing and AI to improve cardiac diagnosis accuracy and speed; clinical trials will examine its efficacy compared to angiography, with plans to seek FDA clearance ⚆ Researchers at Sapienza Università di Roma & Università di Pavia demonstrate first photonic platform to simulate a free relativistic Dirac quantum field in 1+1 dimensions using Dirac quantum cellular automaton successfully observed Zitterbewegung, the rapid oscillatory motion of relativistic particles; a testament to the ability of photonic systems to simulate relativistic quantum effects and prompts further exploration of complex quantum fields using quantum tech ⚆ National Science Foundation (NSF) Director Sethuraman Panchanathan expresses the need for urgent investment in AI and quantum technologies to maintain U.S. global tech leadership, citing semiconductor production challenges as a cautionary example ⚆ NVIDIA CUDA-Q v0.8 release upgrades simulation performance, developer experience, and flexibility with improved state handling, Pauli word operations, custom unitaries, visualization tools, and integration with NVIDIA Grace Hopper ⚆ Scope AI Corp. acquires QSE Technology to provide scalable, quantum-resilient security solutions for enterprise clients; QSE Technology suite offers API-based entropy as a service and encrypted storage to protect against quantum threats ⚆ Singtel has introduced Southeast Asia’s first quantum-safe network, providing seamless integration for enterprise security solutions; a three-phase pilot program will guide enterprises in adopting quantum-safe technologies ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics

🔋 Quantinuum quantum computer provides insights into the Fermi-Hubbard lattice model. Plus, IonQ's new partial error correction technique, JILA’s $15 million NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration quantum sensors, and Quantum Odyssey on an Apple device near you. ⚆ IonQ introduces Clifford Noise Reduction, a partial error correction technique that improves quantum computing accuracy with a 3:1 qubit overhead; improves fidelity for applications with up to 85 qubits and will be integrated into the IonQ Tempo system ⚆ JILA researchers developed advanced quantum sensors using machine learning and atom interferometry, supported by a $15 million NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration grant.; goal is to use sensors to improve precision in applications such as climate monitoring ⚆ A Quantinuum 32-qubit digital computer used a time-series algorithm to compute the Loschmidt amplitude in the Fermi-Hubbard model at finite energies and classical simulations verified that remaining errors have a low impact on the final prediction of finite-energy properties; however, scaling to classically intractable problems will require hardware improvements ⚆ The Novo Nordisk Foundation and Cleveland Clinic launched a fellowship to integrate quantum technologies and AI into biomedical research; program will fund 12 researchers for projects focused on diagnostics, drug discovery, and personalized medicine ⚆ Quarks Interactive Quantum Odyssey: Essentials, a mobile adaptation of the acclaimed PC game, is now available on the Apple store; the game offers over 250 quantum computing challenges and tutorials and guides users in designing quantum algorithms, with solutions executable on IBM's quantum hardware ⚆ A Quantum Interactive Learning Tutorial (QuILT) solidifies students' understanding of quantum computing principles through guided inquiry-based sequences; implemented in university courses, it has shown significant improvements in student performance on quantum concepts ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics

💥 CERN, IBM, and DESY lead roadmap for determining high-energy particle physics topics for quantum computing applications. Plus IonQ & Terra Quantum AG secure major contracts to develop quantum technologies for the government. ⚆ IonQ secures a contract with UMD Applied Research Lab for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) to design a networked quantum computing system for the United States Department of Defense, focusing on cybersecurity and blind quantum computing protocols ⚆ CERN, IBM, DESY lead efforts in compilation of high-energy physics topics to be addressed using near-term utility-scale quantum computing devices; emphasize potential to support data analysis, theoretical modeling, and numerical methods for particle physics, mapping specific problems to quantum solutions using existing methodologies ⚆ Terra Quantum AG is creating a quantum-resistant network for the United States Air Force using post-quantum cryptography, quantum key distribution, and quantum random number generators to prevent unauthorized data interception ⚆ D-Wave plans to install its AdvantageTM quantum computing system at Davidson Technologies Inc. Huntsville, AL headquarters by 2025, focusing on military and national security applications; local efforts for application development and community engagement have already begun ⚆ Riverlane secured $75 million to expand R&D and operations, focusing on its Deltaflow technology to track, predict, and fix qubit errors; the company's valuation now exceeds $400 million, marking it as the first European quantum computing startup to raise a Series C round ⚆ The Quad Investors Network's Quantum Center of Excellence published a report highlighting challenges and opportunities in quantum sciences among Australia, India, Japan, and the U.S.; report emphasizes collaborative actions to advance quantum computing, communications, and sensing, to secure the network's global leadership in quantum technology. ⚆ Quantum Computing Inc. releases letter to shareholders detailing its efforts in advancing high-performance computing with optical integrated circuits and TFLN-based optical chips; additional progress this year includes the launch of Dirac-3 and Reservoir Computing, the "Accessible and Affordable" campaign, and securing four NASA research grants ⚆ EuroHPC Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) announced a tender for installing EuroQCS-Italy, a quantum computer or simulator with at least 50 qubits, to be integrated into the EuroHPC pre-exascale system Leonardo; the system will be hosted by CINECA in Bologna and will support various European scientific, industrial, and public sector applications ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow me & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics

🌀 Many-body systems are the epitome of complexity. Analog quantum computing is particularly adept at modeling quantum many-body systems but could benefit from additional exploration — a new mathematical framework demonstrates how to scale analog QC without requiring interactions that scale with the size of the system. Plus, QuEra Computing Inc.’s recent survey results indicate quantum professionals are impressed with the rapid progress of the industry, and exceptionally bright photons for quantum communication networks. ⚆ Researchers have developed a light source that emits bright, entangled photons, overcoming traditional limitations in brightness and entanglement quality; is promising for ultra-secure communication, though challenges remain in optimizing photon brightness and indistinguishability ⚆ QuEra Computing Inc.'s recent survey indicates that over half of quantum professionals are impressed by the industry's rapid progress, with 40% expecting quantum computing to outperform classical computing in some tasks within five years; but, there are concerns about resource bottlenecks and the need for domestic development in response to export controls ⚆ Leibniz Universität Hannover researchers transmit entangled photons over optical fibers, enabling the integration of quantum and traditional data networks ⚆ Analog quantum faces fundamental barriers to scalability -- a new mathematical framework focuses on specific observables and their dynamics rather than requiring the full physics of a target Hamiltonian to be simulated; reduces complexity and resource requirements ⚆ Quantum computing improves satellite IoT services by optimizing complex planning and scheduling, reducing costs, and addressing cybersecurity with hack-proof communication; demonstrated earlier this year through combined effort of Pasqal and Thales ⚆ Initiatives such as QubitxQubit, Girls in quantum, Quantum Women, and DiviQ are actively working to increase representation in quantum computing by providing training and mentorship to underrepresented groups; featured programs focus on early engagement, career advancement, and retention, ensuring diverse voices shape the future of quantum technology ⚆ Don't miss a single qubit -- follow Cierra Choucair & subscribe to the free newsletter for your daily quantum computing news & research insights. #quantumcomputing #quantumtechnology #innovation #quantumscience #quantumphysics