The Week in Quantum Computing - November 1st
Issue #60
The Week in Quantum Computing. Brought to you by Sergio Gago (@piratecto). Sponsored by Qapitan Quantum.
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Quick Recap
The word this week is “Quantum Primacy” where the group led by Pan Jianwei in China, using the computer “Jiuzhang 2” beats Google’s by 1M times* (conditions apply). The two reviewed papers are linked below. In the meantime AWS officially launches their center in Pasadena (nobody knew about this ;) ). In partnership with Caltech. QuintessenceLabs raises AU$25M in Australia. Qiskit releases their last version of “The Textbook”, one of the best resources to start in Quantum. And hey, Spain announced the “Quantum Spain” program for our very first local initiative. Busy week!
The Quote of the Week
"Designing something just powerful enough is an art."
Barbara Liskov - computer scientist. Institute Professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology . Head of the Programming Methodology Group at MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) .
Popular Repositories on Github
By @quantumfyed
The Summary of the Week
Quantum Adoption: Lessons Learned from a Quantum Strategist
Portland, Oregon is known for its wonderful trails, gorges, waterfalls, and nature parks. It’s also the home of the Portland Quantum Meetup Community. When I was asked recently to speak to this group of quantum enthusiasts, they offered the freedom of selecting my topic.
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October 25, 2021 at 04:30PM
Strong Quantum Computational Advantage Using a Superconducting Quantum Processor
Scaling up to a large number of qubits with high-precision control is essential in the demonstrations of quantum computational advantage to exponentially outpace the classical hardware and algorithmic improvements.
Link: https://ift.tt/3BaxQI5
October 26, 2021 at 10:30AM
Quantum Leap for Quantum Primacy
Two experimental quantum computers tackle the most complex problems yet, suggesting an end to the debate on whether quantum “primacy”—the point at which a quantum computer outperforms the best possible classical computer—can be reached.
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October 26, 2021 at 12:30PM
STAR WARS: IBM, AMAZON, and ATOS for Hybrid Quantum Algorithms: Fighting for Solving Differential Equations
Nowadays, there is a big competition in the quantum computation area since quantum computation is blooming. In the beginning, everything was simpler than today.
Link: https://ift.tt/3nxHjEu
October 26, 2021 at 12:30PM
Announcing the opening of the AWS Center for Quantum Computing
What if by harnessing the properties of quantum mechanics we could model and simulate the behavior of matter at its most fundamental level, down to how molecules interact? The machine that would make that possible would be transformative, changing what we know about science and how we probe nature f
Link: https://ift.tt/2XS32ys
October 26, 2021 at 07:30PM
Toppan and Sigma-i launch pilot test using quantum computing for enhanced logistics efficiency
Toppan, a global leader in communication, security, packaging, décor materials, and electronics solutions, and Tohoku University startup Sigma-i are currently advancing research on the quantum computing technology of quantum annealing.1 The two companies have begun a pilot test that aims to use quantum annealing to increase efficiency for logistics.
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October 26, 2021 at 07:30PM
Qubits for the future: YouTube documentary explores how quantum computing could promote sustainability
How could quantum computing help us to fix climate change? This is the question at the heart of Quantum Technology | Our Sustainable Future, a half-hour-long documentary published on YouTube in July.
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October 26, 2021 at 08:30PM
España fabricará ordenadores cuánticos: el primero apunta a finales de 2022, y así es como prevé alcanzar los 20 cúbits para 2025
España se prepara para tener su propio ordenador cuántico a finales de 2022.
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October 26, 2021 at 09:30PM
Qiskit Textbook (beta)
Not sure where to start? This path is for you. This introduction is aimed at audiences from all backgrounds. Whether you're keen to start your journey into quantum computing, or just curious as to what it's all about, this course will take you from zero to one, without the hand waving.
Link: https://ift.tt/3mck1Vn
October 26, 2021 at 10:30PM
Twitter: Boaz Barak On public key cryptography
Caltech and Amazon Partner to Create New Hub of Quantum Computing
This past year, a new two-story building took shape in the northeast corner of the Caltech campus. Though modest in design, what takes place inside the structure could transform the future of computing.
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October 27, 2021 at 09:31AM
QuintessenceLabs raises AU$25m to take quantum-based cyber solutions global
Canberra-based quantum cybersecurity solutions firm QuintessenceLabs (QLabs) has completed a AU$25 million series B funding round that will be used to expand the company globally and more than double its headcount.
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October 27, 2021 at 09:31AM
Video: André M. König: UMD Quantum Investment Summit Day 2
Global Quantum Ecosystem Overview, André M. König, Entanglement Capital
China's New Quantum Computer Has 1 Million Times the Power of Google's
It appears a quantum computer rivalry is growing between the U.S. and China. Physicists in China claim they've constructed two quantum computers with performance speeds that outrival competitors in the U.S.
Link: https://ift.tt/3GDUyMW
October 28, 2021 at 08:30AM
Quantum technologies changing the way we tackle climate change
Piece by Karan Pinto and Nicholas Lee, Co-Chief Entanglers, Entangle Community. Together they have spent the last 3 years focused on quantum technology commercialisation across sectors globally. In this thought piece, they discuss hybrid quantum-classical capabilities for sustainability.
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October 28, 2021 at 01:30PM
Innovative chip resolves quantum headache
One of the engineering headaches in the global marathon towards a large functional quantum computer is the control of many basic memory devices—qubits—simultaneously.
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October 29, 2021 at 09:30PM
Toyota harnesses quantum computers to develop battery materials
TOKYO -- Toyota Motor seeks to rev up its development of batteries used in electric vehicles by employing quantum computing to research new materials that can increase performance.
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October 30, 2021 at 07:30PM