This week in quantum computing, significant advancements were made in error correction and practical applications. Researchers led by Harald Putterman demonstrated a hardware-efficient quantum error correction method using concatenated bosonic qubits, achieving a minimum logical error per cycle of 1.65% for a distance-5 code. Q-CTRL and QCentroid have integrated their software platforms to streamline quantum optimization workflows, enhancing accessibility and boosting algorithm success on real hardware by 1000x. The European Union announced a €65 million investment in quantum chip research, part of a broader €200 million initiative aimed at advancing quantum technologies. This funding underscores the EU's commitment to leading in frontier technologies and enhancing Europe's innovation landscape. Additionally, a comprehensive survey by QuEra Computing revealed that 74.9% of nearly 1,000 respondents are optimistic about quantum computing's potential, despite concerns about cybersecurity, ethics, and job market disruptions.
Big thanks for mentioning our Quantum Circle Summit, taking place in Brussels on November 14.