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Building the world's first open-source quantum computer - Phys.org

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A global consortium of researchers and engineers has launched an initiative to construct the first fully open-source quantum computer, aiming to democratize access to quantum technology by 2026. The project will release all hardware designs, software stacks, and quantum algorithms under permissive licenses, enabling universities, startups, and governments to replicate and improve the system without proprietary restrictions. Early prototypes will use superconducting qubits with error-correction protocols, targeting 50+ logical qubits by 2027, while inviting community contributions to accelerate development through shared testing frameworks. Funding comes from a mix of public grants, tech corporations, and crowdfunding, with pilot systems deployed at partner institutions in Europe, North America, and Asia for collaborative benchmarking. The effort directly challenges closed commercial quantum platforms, prioritizing transparency to foster innovation and reduce barriers for researchers in low-resource settings.
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