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News Recent news items published within the last 6 months on quantum computing developments are listed below. Click on the hyperlinked item to go to the press release or news article for more details. For older news items published in 2025 click here, for 2024 click here, for 2023 click here, for 2022 click here, for 2021 click here, for 2020 click here, for 2019 click here, for 2018 click here, and for items published in 2015-2017, click here. March 30, 2026SBQuantum to Launch Diamond Quantum Magnetometer for MagQuest ChallengeSBQuantum is scheduled to launch a diamond quantum magnetometer into space to monitor Earth’s magnetic field as part of the final phase of the NGA’s MagQuest Challenge. Partnered with Spire Global, the mission utilizes nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in synthetic diamonds to provide miniaturized, high-precision monitoring for the World Magnetic Model. This quantum sensing approach offers a resilient alternative to GPS, remaining functional in environments where satellite signals are contested or degraded. The results of this flight phase will inform the NGA’s 2030 acquisition strategy for global magnetic data collection. Read more in our full article here. March 28, 2026Universal Logical Operations Implemented in Silicon Donor Quantum ProcessorResearchers from the Shenzhen International Quantum Academy have demonstrated a silicon-based quantum processor capable of executing a universal set of logical gate operations. The system utilizes five phosphorus donor nuclear spins in an isotopically purified silicon-28 lattice to implement a [[4, 2, 2]] quantum error-detecting code. This architecture marks the first characterization of a universal logical gate set, including T-gates and CNOT operations, within a silicon spin platform. The processor’s utility was validated through a Variational Quantum Eigensolver algorithm to compute the ground-state energy of the water molecule (H2O). Read more in our full article here. March 28, 2026Toshiba and LQUOM Collaborate on Long-Distance Quantum Repeater ResearchToshiba and LQUOM have entered a joint research agreement to extend the range of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) using quantum repeater technology. The project aims to integrate Toshiba’s high-speed QKD systems with LQUOM’s entanglement-based repeater architectures to overcome fiber-optic transmission distance limits. By combining established commercial security protocols with next-generation repeater nodes, the collaboration seeks to build the technical foundation for a large-scale quantum internet.

This research is expected to enable secure, long-distance data transmission for critical sectors such as finance, healthcare, and energy. Read more in our full article here. March 26, 2026Resource Estimates for Quantum Discrete Logarithm Computations on 256-bit Elliptic CurvesA new technical paper for EUROCRYPT 2026 demonstrates that solving the Discrete Logarithm problem on 256-bit elliptic curves requires only 1,098 logical qubits, down from previous estimates of 2,124. This reduction is achieved through a space-optimized implementation of Shor’s algorithm that utilizes Legendre symbol output compression and a Residue Number System. While this approach significantly lowers the qubit threshold, it increases the total gate count to approximately 238.10 Toffoli gates. This trade-off provides a specialized path for executing cryptanalytic attacks on early, qubit-constrained fault-tolerant hardware. Read more in our full article here. March 26, 2026Open Quantum Design, Western Digital, and QuScript Form Open-Source Error Correction Working GroupOpen Quantum Design, Western Digital, and QuScript have established an open-source working group to develop a full-stack quantum computer prototype focused on error correction. This collaboration integrates trapped-ion hardware with specialized algorithms and Western Digital’s expertise in decoder design to implement stable logical qubits. By making both hardware and software designs publicly available, the initiative aims to lower the barrier for fault-tolerant development. The group’s immediate goal is to demonstrate empirically reduced error rates through a transparent, hardware-agnostic framework. Read more in our full article here. March 26, 2026Open Quantum Design Launches Open-Source Hardware Repository for Trapped-Ion Quantum ComputingOpen Quantum Design (OQD) has launched a public repository for its trapped-ion quantum hardware, providing detailed blueprints for its Blade Trap Assembly and Optical Circuit Boards. By hosting these designs on GitHub, the organization aims to standardize the physical components of quantum processors, such as laser delivery and signal control. The repository features LightFlow technology for modular optical routing, enabling researchers to bypass traditional “trial and error” in hardware fabrication. This release completes OQD’s mission to provide a fully open-source, full-stack ecosystem for rapid industry and academic iteration. Read more in our full article here. March 26, 2026IBM Quantum Processor Successfully Simulates Magnetic Material DynamicsIBM and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) have successfully used a 50-qubit Heron processor to simulate the complex magnetic physics of a real-world crystal (KCuF3). The study is a watershed moment for the industry: for the first time, a quantum computer’s results weren’t just checked against a classical computer—they were checked against real physical data from the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) at Oak Ridge. This proves that today’s “noisy” quantum computers are already accurate enough to help design the superconductors of tomorrow. Read more in our full article here. March 26, 2026Cleveland Clinic and IBM Implement Quantum Workflow for Protein SimulationCleveland Clinic and IBM have successfully simulated the electronic structure of the 303-atom Trp-cage miniprotein using a quantum-centric supercomputing workflow. This implementation utilizes the IBM Quantum Heron r2 processor alongside classical high-performance computing to address computational bottlenecks in biomolecular modeling. By employing wave function-based embedding and the sample-based quantum diagonalization algorithm, the team achieved energy prediction accuracy competitive with high-level classical benchmarks. This hybrid framework demonstrates a scalable path toward modeling larger molecules for pharmaceutical and materials science applications. Read more in our full article here. March 26, 2026Rigetti Computing Announces $100 Million UK Investment for 1,000-Qubit MilestoneRigetti Computing is expanding its operations in the United Kingdom with a $100 million investment aimed at deploying a 1,000-qubit system within the next four years. This initiative aligns with the UK’s £2 billion National Quantum Strategy and targets a “TeraQuOp”—one trillion quantum operations—by 2035. By utilizing proprietary chiplet-based technology, the company intends to establish a high-performance, on-premises quantum research hub to support defense and enterprise applications. Read more in our full article here. March 25, 2026Silent Waves Launches Zephyr, a Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifier for Scaling Quantum ArchitecturesSilent Waves has launched Zephyr, a Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifier that integrates a microwave pump coupler directly into its architecture to reduce the physical footprint in dilution refrigerators. This design minimizes thermal dissipation and insertion loss by eliminating bulky external components in the quantum readout chain. Supported by the EU-funded SUPREME consortium, the Zephyr represents a modular step toward fully integrated, on-chip isolation for scaling fault-tolerant architectures. Read more in our full article here. March 25, 2026Atom Computing and Cisco Establish Collaboration for Distributed Quantum ArchitecturesAtom Computing and Cisco have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to build the world’s first distributed neutral-atom quantum network. By linking multiple 1,000-qubit processors together using Cisco’s advanced networking protocols, the partners aim to bypass the physical limits of a single vacuum chamber. This “modular” approach effectively turns a collection of individual quantum computers into a single, massive super-machine capable of solving the world’s most complex problems. Read more in our full article here. March 25, 2026QpiAI Implements High-Speed Hardware Decoder for 64-Qubit Kaveri ProcessorQpiAI has achieved a world-class benchmark in quantum error correction (QEC), deploying a custom hardware decoder for its 64-qubit Kaveri processor. By moving from software to a dedicated “union-find” hardware architecture, the Bengaluru-based startup has slashed decoding latency from 60 microseconds to just 1.5 microseconds. This breakthrough, supported by India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM), allows for real-time error correction within the delicate 100-microsecond coherence window of superconducting qubits. Read more in our full article here. March 25, 2026QpiAI to Deploy 25-Qubit Superconducting Quantum System at IIIT-DharwadQpiAI has been awarded a major contract to install its 25-qubit “Indus” quantum computing system at IIIT-Dharwad. This deployment, a key pillar of the Karnataka Quantum Roadmap, marks the second physical quantum computer in the state and moves India closer to its goal of a $20 billion quantum economy by 2035. By providing local, hardware-based access to students and enterprises, the center aims to break the reliance on foreign cloud providers and build a “Sovereign Quantum” workforce. Read more in our full article here. March 25, 2026QpiAI and Alliance University Establish AU QUASAR Experience Center in BengaluruQpiAI and Alliance University have launched the AU QUASAR Experience Center at the university’s Electronic City campus in Bengaluru. Announced on March 25, 2026, the facility is the first in India to house a commercially available 8-qubit superconducting quantum system within a university setting. By providing “Quantum Computing as a Service” (QCaaS) alongside academic degree programs, the center serves as a critical bridge between India’s National Quantum Mission (NQM) and the commercial needs of the aerospace, defense, and logistics sectors. Read more in our full article here. March 25, 2026Fujitsu and The University of Osaka Implement Early-FTQC Framework for Chemical CalculationsFujitsu and The University of Osaka have reached a major milestone in quantum chemistry, unveiling a new framework that allows early fault-tolerant quantum computers (early-FTQC) to perform complex molecular energy calculations. Announced on March 25, 2026, the breakthrough combines the STAR architecture ver. 3 with a novel molecular model optimization technique. This synergy reduces the required qubit count by up to 80x and slashes computation times from several millennia to just 35 days, making the simulation of industrial catalysts like Cytochrome P450 a near-term reality. Read more in our full article here. March 24, 2026ZeroTier Launches Quantum-Secure Networking Platform at RSAC 2026ZeroTier has officially launched ZeroTier Quantum at RSAC 2026, claiming the title of the world’s first end-to-end, quantum-secure networking platform. Built from the ground up in memory-safe Rust, the platform is designed to meet the NSA’s highest CNSA 2.0 standards. By embedding post-quantum cryptography (PQC) directly into a new transport protocol, ZeroTier allows defense, healthcare, and enterprise teams to “future-proof” their networks against quantum attacks without having to rebuild their entire infrastructure. Read more in our full article here. March 24, 2026National Reconstruction Fund Corporation Invests $20M AUD ($14M USD) in Silicon Quantum ComputingThe National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC) has invested $20 million in Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) to accelerate the production of the world’s most precise quantum chips. Announced on March 24, 2026, the deal highlights Australia’s intent to lead the “atomic-scale” semiconductor race. By manufacturing qubits with 0.13-nanometer precision—literally atom by atom—SQC is building a “Future Made in Australia” that bypasses the scalability limits of traditional hardware. Read more in our full article here. March 24, 2026ANELLO Photonics and Q-CTRL Partner to Deliver Quantum-Resilient Navigation for UAVsANELLO Photonics and Q-CTRL have joined forces to launch a world-first Quantum Navigation Solution (QNS) designed to keep drones on course even when GPS is jammed or spoofed. By combining ANELLO’s silicon photonics gyroscopes with Q-CTRL’s quantum magnetic sensors, the partnership creates a “layered” defense against electronic warfare. This tech allows UAVs to navigate using the Earth’s own magnetic field and high-precision “on-chip” motion sensing, providing a high-stakes alternative to satellite-dependent flight. Read more in our full article here. March 24, 2026Google Quantum AI Adopts Dual-Modality Strategy with Neutral Atom ExpansionGoogle Quantum AI has officially pivoted to a “dual-modality” strategy, adding neutral atom quantum computing to its legendary superconducting research program. The move aims to combine the lightning-fast speed of superconducting chips with the massive scalability of neutral atom arrays. By tapping JILA physicist Dr. Adam Kaufman to lead a new team in Boulder, Colorado, Google is betting that a two-pronged approach is the fastest way to reach a commercially useful quantum computer. Read more in our full article here. March 23, 2026Dell Technologies Integrates Quantum-Ready Security and AI Resilience Across PortfolioDell Technologies has launched a massive security overhaul to protect its entire portfolio against the twin threats of AI-driven hacking and future quantum computers. By baking Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) directly into the firmware of its PCs and doubling the speed of its PowerProtect recovery systems, Dell is moving toward a “Quantum-Ready” hardware fleet. The move aims to neutralize “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” attacks before quantum computers are even powerful enough to launch them. Read more in our full article here. March 23, 2026QuSecure Deployment Cited as Real-World Precedent in SEC Post-Quantum FrameworkQuSecure has been officially cited as the gold standard for “Quantum-Safe” banking in a new framework submitted to the U.S. SEC. The Post-Quantum Financial Infrastructure Framework (PQFIF) identifies the successful four-month deployment between QuSecure, Banco Sabadell, and Accenture as the only real-world proof that big banks can move to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) without breaking their existing systems. This move by the SEC’s Crypto Assets Task Force signals a shift from “planning for the future” to “securing our money right now.” Read more in our full article here. March 23, 2026Conductor Quantum Launches CODA MCP to Integrate Quantum Tools with AI AgentsConductor Quantum has launched CODA MCP, a new server that turns AI agents into quantum researchers. By using the Model Context Protocol (MCP), popular AI tools like Claude, VS Code, and Cursor can now directly write, simulate, and run quantum circuits on over 1,000 qubits across IBM, IonQ, Rigetti, and more. This “bridge” allows a developer to simply tell an AI agent what they want to solve, and the agent takes care of the coding, hardware selection, and execution. Read more in our full article here. March 22, 2026Italian Competition Authority Launches Market Investigation into Quantum ComputingThe Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) has launched a strategic market investigation (IC59) into the quantum computing sector to prevent “technological pre-emption” by global tech giants. Citing risks similar to those seen in the rapid expansion of AI, the authority is examining whether “hyperscalers” are using their current cloud dominance to lock in the emerging quantum market before it reaches maturity. The inquiry is a proactive move to ensure the sector—critical for future cybersecurity and biotechnology—remains competitive and open to specialized startups. Read more in our full article here. March 21, 2026SEEQC Reports Integrated Qubit Control Logic Operating at Millikelvin TemperaturesSEEQC has achieved a breakthrough in quantum scaling, successfully operating a full-stack quantum computer with integrated digital control logic at just 10 mK. Published in Nature Electronics, the study demonstrates that superconducting digital circuits can live right next to qubits without melting them or causing noise. By moving the “brain” of the computer into the freezer, SEEQC has found a way to cut the “wiring bottleneck” that has haunted quantum engineers for decades. Read more in our full article here. March 21, 2026TUMCREATE to Develop Open-Source RISC-V Processor with Integrated Post-Quantum SecurityTUMCREATE is leading a new international charge to build the world’s first open-source, quantum-resistant super-chip. As part of the QUASAR-CREATE program, the research arm of the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is developing a 64-bit RISC-V processor with post-quantum security (PQC) baked directly into the hardware. By using GlobalFoundries’ 180nm process in Singapore, the team is creating a “transparent” and “unhackable” foundation for the digital world of 2030. Read more in our full article here. March 21, 2026BTQ Technologies Deploys BIP 360 on Bitcoin Quantum Testnet v0.3.0BTQ Technologies has reached a major milestone in securing the future of Bitcoin, deploying BIP 360 on its Bitcoin Quantum testnet v0.3.0. This “Pay-to-Merkle-Root” (P2MR) upgrade is designed to fix a critical vulnerability in Bitcoin’s latest “Taproot” update that could leave it open to quantum hackers. By hiding public keys behind a Merkle tree, BTQ is building a “Quantum Shield” for the world’s most valuable blockchain. Read more in our full article here. March 21, 2026Canada Allocates $900M to Defence Industrial Strategy with Focus on Quantum TechnologiesThe Canadian Government has committed $900 million to a new Defence Industrial Strategy aimed at turning the nation’s quantum research into battlefield-ready technology. Managed by the National Research Council (NRC), the investment focuses on “dual-use” innovations—tech that works for both civilians and soldiers—to help Canada hit its 2% GDP defence spending target by 2026. This move ensures that the “Silicon Valley of the North” stays protected by the very quantum tools it invented. Read more in our full article here. March 20, 2026IBM Offers Special Promotion to Open Plan UsersIBM has supercharged its Quantum Open Plan with a massive new offer for “power beginners.” Users who have logged at least 20 minutes in the past year are now eligible for 180 minutes of free runtime over the next 12 months. In a significant shift, IBM is also letting these free-tier users access the ibm_kingston processor—a 156-qubit powerhouse from the Heron r2 family. This move is designed to let students and researchers replicate world-class “quantum utility” experiments without ever opening their wallets. Read more in our full article here. March 19, 2026Xanadu to List on Nasdaq and TSX Following Shareholder Merger ApprovalXanadu Quantum Technologies is set to become the world’s first publicly listed photonic quantum company after shareholders of Crane Harbor Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: CHAC) greenlit their merger. Trading is expected to begin on March 27, 2026, on both the Nasdaq and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the ticker symbol “XNDU”. With over US$302 million in gross proceeds and a massive CAD$390 million government investment in the works, Xanadu is now fully capitalized to turn its “room-temperature” photonic computers into a global industrial reality. Read more in our full article here. March 19, 2026Who’s News: Strategic Appointments at Zapata Quantum, IonQ, Photonic Inc., Infleqtion, and QuiX QuantumThe quantum industry is seeing a massive wave of “C-suite” talent migration as companies move from R&D to full-scale commercialization. From Zapata’s new growth board to IonQ’s high-stakes government affairs push, these strategic appointments signal a shift toward global policy, defense contracts, and hardware-agnostic software stacks. Read more in our full breakdown here. March 19, 2026Horizon Quantum Computing Completes Merger with dMY Squared; Set to Trade on NasdaqHorizon Quantum Computing has finalized its business combination with dMY Squared Technology Group, Inc., marking a major milestone as the Singapore-based firm begins trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “HQ”. The merger, approved by shareholders on March 17, 2026, generated approximately $120 million in gross proceeds, providing the capital needed to scale the company’s mission of making quantum programming accessible to everyone. Read more in our full article here. March 19, 2026Qilimanjaro Announces SpeQtrum QaaS for Tri-Modal Quantum ComputingQilimanjaro Quantum Tech has unveiled SpeQtrum QaaS, a first-of-its-kind “tri-modal” Quantum-as-a-Service platform. Operating out of its Barcelona data center, the platform provides cloud access to a hybrid powerhouse: digital quantum processors, analog processors based on fluxonium qubits, and classical HPC accelerators. By blending these three distinct technologies, Qilimanjaro aims to bypass the massive error-correction hurdles that slow down digital-only systems. Read more in our full article here. March 19, 2026Alice & Bob Reduces Quantum Qrror Correction Decoding Time via NVIDIA CUDA-Q IntegrationAlice & Bob has achieved a massive 9.25x speedup in Quantum Error Correction (QEC) decoding by integrating with the NVIDIA CUDA-Q platform. By moving from a standard CPU to an NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper system, the time required to decode simulated syndrome data dropped from over 18 hours to just 1 hour and 57 minutes. This performance leap allows researchers to stress-test the “Elevator Codes” designed for cat qubits at a speed that was previously impossible, significantly accelerating the path toward fault-tolerant quantum computing. Read more in our full article here. March 18, 2026U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Announces “Genesis Mission” Which Includes a Goal to Accelerate Quantum Advantage via AIThe U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has launched the “Genesis Mission” (DE-FOA-0003612), a massive $293.76 million initiative to accelerate scientific discovery through the convergence of AI and Quantum Information Science (QIS). The program targets 30 challenge areas, with Challenges 7 and 8 serving as the twin engines for the next generation of quantum software and hardware. By using AI to “invent” new quantum algorithms and control fragile qubits, the DOE aims to move quantum technology out of the lab and into industrial-scale production. Read more in our full article here. March 18, 2026Xanadu, NRC, and U of T Target Battery Evolution via Quantum RIXS SimulationsXanadu, the University of Toronto, and the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) have unveiled a breakthrough quantum algorithm to solve the “degradation mystery” of next-generation batteries. Announced on March 19, 2026, the research focuses on simulating Resonant Inelastic X-ray Scattering (RIXS)—a complex process used to study how high-capacity lithium-rich cathodes break down over time. By reducing the hardware requirements to fewer than 500 logical qubits, this algorithm moves quantum battery design from a distant dream to a near-term industrial reality. Read more in our full article here. March 18, 2026Technology Innovation Institute Integrates Quantum Cloud with NVIDIA CUDA-Q and Scales Annealing SimulationsThe Technology Innovation Institute (TII) of the UAE has achieved a double-breakthrough, integrating its Quantum Computing Cloud Platform with NVIDIA CUDA-Q and simulating a record-breaking 500,000-qubit quantum annealing problem. Announced on March 18, 2026, this move plugs the UAE’s sovereign quantum hardware directly into the global AI and supercomputing fabric. By using NVIDIA’s GPUs to simulate half a million qubits, TII has created a “digital playground” for solving the world’s most massive optimization problems. Read more in our full article here. March 18, 2026Pasqal and Kipu Quantum Demonstrate Analog Counterdiabatic Optimization on 100 QubitsPasqal and Kipu Quantum have published a breakthrough study in npj Unconventional Computing, proving that “Analog Counterdiabatic” (ACQC) methods can solve complex optimization problems up to three times faster than standard methods. Using Pasqal’s Orion Alpha and QuEra’s Aquila neutral-atom processors, the team successfully solved the Maximum Independent Set (MIS) problem on systems of up to 100 qubits.

This research provides a direct path to using today’s “noisy” quantum computers for real-world logistics and network resilience tasks. Read more in our full article