Quantum Education & Workforce: Training & Skills Development
Quantum education news: workforce development, quantum literacy, quantum computing courses. Skills gap & quantum training programs.
The quantum computing industry faces a severe talent shortage, with estimated global demand for 100,000+ professionals by 2030 against current workforce of 20,000-30,000.
India's Quantum Education and Workforce Development
India's National Quantum Mission includes human resource development as a core component, targeting training for quantum professionals through various programs. The mission involves 152 researchers from 43 institutions across 17 states and 2 Union Territories.
Academic Programs: IISc Bengaluru: Centre for Continuing Education offers Certificate Programme in Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence; planned MTech and research programs; IIT Bombay: Quantum technology courses and research opportunities through Qmet Tech Foundation; IIT Delhi: Certification in Quantum Computing and Machine Learning in collaboration with TimesPro; IIT Madras: Quantum information and communication programs through CQuICC.
Corporate Training: TCS: Quantum algorithm development training, partnerships with IBM Quantum Learning; Infosys: Quantum Living Labs (QLL) training programs; IBM Quantum Learning: Qiskit certification programs available to Indian developers.
Startups and Ecosystem: The I-HUB Quantum Technology Foundation at IISER Pune supports quantum startups with incubation, mentoring, and industry connections. Selected NQM startups receive infrastructure access and funding support.
Workforce Targets: While specific NQM workforce targets are not quantified in public documents, the mission emphasizes developing "a vibrant and innovative ecosystem" with skilled human resources across quantum technology domains. The quantum fabrication facilities aim to train hardware engineers in indigenous quantum device fabrication. The extensive network of 43 participating institutions under NQM provides the foundation for scaling India's quantum workforce to meet domestic needs and global opportunities.
quantum-computingItalian Court Halts IBM’s €61 Million Quantum Contract in Campania
Insider Brief An Italian administrative court has suspended Campania’s €61 million euro contract to install a quantum computing system at the University of Salerno, delaying the region’s planned “quantum valley.” The court accepted an appeal from Tea Tek challenging the procurement process, including deadline extensions granted during the bidding, rather than the technical merits of IBM’s proposal. The ruling adds to a history of canceled and reissued high-value regional tenders in Campania due to procedural errors, leaving the project’s timeline uncertain. Photo by jorono on Pixabay An Italian court has halted a €61 million — or about $72 million U.S. — contract to install a quantum computing system at the University of Salerno, stalling the Campania region’s plan to build a “quantum valley” in southern Italy. The Regional Administrative Court of Naples accepted an appeal challenging the award of the contract to IBM, according to reporting by La Città. The project called for the purchase, delivery, installation and specialized support of a quantum system to be housed in the former Ruggiero library on the Fisciano campus. The initiative was championed by the Campania regional government under former Gov. Vincenzo De Luca, which had promoted the site as a future hub for advanced computing research and economic development. Regional officials framed the effort as a step toward placing the area as a leader of quantum technology, a field that uses the physics of subatomic particles to perform certain calculations more efficiently than conventional computers. Procurement Dispute The appeal was filed by Tea Tek, one of the companies that lost the tender. According to La Città, the challenge focused not on the technical merits of IBM’s proposal but on the procedures used in the bidding process. Tea Tek objected to deadline extensions granted by the region, arguing that the additional time effectively favored economic operators that had hesitated to submit a proposal. The c
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quantum-computingQuantum Co-laboratory Extends Five-Year National Collaboration
Insider Brief Canada’s leading quantum research institutes have entered a second five-year term of the Quantum Co-laboratory, a national network linking infrastructure and expertise across institutions. The partnership now includes the University of Calgary’s Institute for Quantum Science and Technology (IQST), joining the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), Université de Sherbrooke’s Institut quantique, and the University of British Columbia’s Blusson Quantum Matter Institute. The initiative provides coordinated access to advanced quantum research infrastructure for academia, industry, and government while supporting national talent development. PRESS RELEASE — Canada’s leading quantum research institutions are driving a unified national effort to advance quantum innovation and talent development through the Quantum Co-laboratory, a network that links specialized research infrastructure and unique expertise across the country. Entering a second five-year term, the partnership now includes the University of Calgary’s Institute for Quantum Science and Technology (IQST), alongside the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), Université de Sherbrooke’s Institut quantique, and the University of British Columbia’s Blusson Quantum Matter Institute (UBC Blusson QMI). The initiative provides users from academia, industry, and government with access to world-leading expertise and advanced infrastructure required for quantum innovation, while serving as a national platform to develop the workforce needed to translate quantum capabilities into economic value for Canada. Quotes “Canada is a leading actor in quantum research and technology. Quantum Co-laboratory activates our national ecosystem to share resources and expertise, build capacity, and train the quantum workforce of the future.” – Marcel Franz, Scientific Director, UBC Blusson Quantum Matter Institute (UBC Blusson QMI) “I’m excited to see this colla
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quantum-computingPhoenix and Quantum Technology: Arizona’s Industrial Bet on the Quantum Economy
Insider Brief Officials, investors, manufacturers and researchers met in Phoenix to assess how the region could build a manufacturing-centered quantum ecosystem, signaling a shift in focus from research breakthroughs to long-term system production. Discussions highlighted Arizona’s expanding semiconductor and advanced materials base — including epitaxial wafer manufacturing and photonic chip fabrication at ASU Research Park — as foundational infrastructure for future quantum hardware supply chains. Participants framed Phoenix as entering a preparatory phase similar to early aerospace and semiconductor hubs, positioning the region to support large-scale deployment and trusted manufacturing once quantum technologies mature. Image: Lawrence Semiconductor process engineer inspecting an isotopically enriched silicon-28 epitaxial wafer produced at the company’s Tempe, Arizona facility. The company’s capabilities support low-defect, spin-coherent materials platforms for silicon spin-qubit research and quantum device development. Over two days in Phoenix this week, local officials, manufacturers, researchers, international partners and representatives from the U.S. Air Force met across a series of roundtables and meetings to discuss what it would take to build a regional quantum ecosystem. The visit, led by Matt Cimaglia, founder and managing partner of Quantum Coast Capital, and senior advisor Dan Hart, included discussions at the Greater Phoenix Economic Council and concluded with remarks at the Phoenix Sister Cities annual Global Links Business Luncheon. The conversations frequently returned to a comparison that has begun surfacing in policy circles: the early space industry and the emerging quantum technology sector may follow similar geographic patterns. Matt Cimaglia, left, and Dan Hart, right, speak during the Phoenix Sister Cities Global Links Business Luncheon at Monroe Street Abbey on Feb. 19, 2026, in downtown Phoenix. The implication is less about where breakthr
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quantum-computingQuantum Co-laboratory expands its national partnership, strengthening Canada’s leadership in quantum science and technology
En francaisCanada’s leading quantum research institutions are driving a unified national effort to advance quantum innovation and talent development through the Quantum Co-laboratory, a network that links specialized research infrastructure and unique expertise across the country.Entering a second five-year term, the partnership now includes the University of Calgary’s Institute for Quantum Science and Technology (IQST), alongside the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), Université de Sherbrooke’s Institut quantique, and the University of British Columbia’s Blusson Quantum Matter Institute (UBC Blusson QMI).The initiative provides users from academia, industry, and government with access to world-leading expertise and advanced infrastructure required for quantum innovation, while serving as a national platform to develop the workforce needed to translate quantum capabilities into economic value for Canada.(L-R) Pinder Dosanjh, Blusson Quantum Matter Institute, UBC; Marcel Franz, Blusson Quantum Matter Institute, UBC; Christian Sarra-Bournet, Institut quantique de l’Université de Sherbrooke; Megan Lee, Quantum City, UCalgary; Nobert Lütkenhaus, Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), University of Waterloo; Paul Barclay, Institute for Quantum Science and Technology, UCalgary. Photo by Sarah Groot.“Canada is a leading actor in quantum research and technology. Quantum Co-laboratory activates our national ecosystem to share resources and expertise, build capacity, and train the quantum workforce of the future.” – Marcel Franz, Scientific Director, UBC Blusson Quantum Matter Institute (UBC Blusson QMI)“I’m excited to see this collaboration continue and expand. Our institutions have highly skilled experts and unique resources, and the Quantum Co-laboratory enables us to better share these complementary resources and specialized knowledge to boost Canadian quantum technology advancements and grow talent.”– Dr. Adrian Lupascu, IQC faculty and scien
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quantum-computingFederal Lab Access Limits Are Rattling Quantum Sector
Insider Brief The quantum workforce is used to working with uncertainty, but a federal proposal to tighten restrictions on foreign researchers at national labs is unsettling entrepreneurs and workers in Colorado’s fast-growing quantum industry, the Colorado Sun is reporting. Spun out of the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Boulder four years ago, Icarus […]
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quantum-computingScaleway & AQT Launch European Quantum Computing Partnership, February 2026
Alpine Quantum Technologies (AQT) and Scaleway announced today, February 20, 2026, a partnership to deliver European quantum computing through cloud access. AQT is integrating its trapped-ion quantum computer, IBEX Q1, directly into Scaleway’s cloud platform, creating a new sovereign quantum infrastructure designed to bolster digital resilience and technological independence. The collaboration will provide access to quantum processing units via Scaleway’s Quantum as a Service (QaaS) platform, available Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 to 17:00 CET. “Together with Scaleway, AQT offers our customers hands-on access to the best quantum computers in Europe,” said Felix Rohde, Director of Cloud Partnerships and Business Development at AQT. This move significantly expands Europe’s capacity for secure, independent quantum computing and opens new avenues for innovation in fields ranging from logistics to financial modeling. AQT IBEX Q1 Integrates with Scaleway’s European Quantum as a Service The arrival of the IBEX Q1 trapped-ion quantum computer within Scaleway’s cloud infrastructure marks a significant step toward a fully sovereign quantum ecosystem in Europe, offering unprecedented access to advanced quantum processing capabilities. Crucially, the IBEX Q1 can be accessed and programmed using familiar quantum software packages like Qiskit, Cirq, and Pennylane, lowering the barrier to entry for those eager to explore quantum computation. Availability is specifically scheduled for Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 10:00 and 17:00 CET, accommodating the working hours of European-based customers. This strategic timing reflects a commitment to practical usability and seamless integration into existing workflows. Valentin Macheret, Engineering Manager, Quantum Technologies at Scaleway, highlights the technical advantages of the collaboration, noting that AQT’s approach “offers remarkable fidelity and unique all-to-all connectivity, which are critical for running complex and dee
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quantum-computingIBM’s Duality Accelerator Drives Quantum Software Growth with SQK (2023) & QodeX Quantum
IBM is fueling the next generation of quantum software companies with new investments in startups SQK and QodeX Quantum, announced today, February 20, 2026. Selected for phase two of the Alchemist Chicago accelerator’s inaugural cohort, these early-stage companies are pioneering quantum applications in healthcare and machine learning, representing a push toward “transformative solutions for industry.” Seattle-based SQK, founded in 2023, is developing hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for medical image reconstruction, while Chicago’s QodeX Quantum, established in 2025, aims to build a platform for quantum-native AI models. According to IBM, these investments are part of a broader strategy to “accelerate the growth of the software ecosystem” and unlock the potential of quantum computers, solidifying Illinois as a global hub for quantum innovation. SQK and QodeX Quantum: Pioneering Healthcare & AI Solutions “By addressing one of healthcare’s most pressing needs, improving accuracy and efficiency in imaging, SQK is positioned to make a meaningful impact,” IBM states. IBM intends to empower QodeX with access to its quantum technology and customer ecosystems, fostering sustainable growth. This support is part of IBM’s broader strategy to accelerate the quantum software ecosystem, including a two-phase program with the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center. “Building a robust quantum ecosystem…brings the promise of useful quantum computing closer to reality,” according to IBM, with Illinois becoming a central hub for this innovation. Alchemist Chicago Accelerator Drives Quantum Startup Growth Phase one of the program concentrated on customer discovery and proof-of-concept development, leveraging IBM’s mentorship and access to its quantum systems. Currently, the accelerator is in phase two, providing venture investment and business acceleration to selected startups, including SQK and QodeX Quantum, both participants in the inaugural cohort. Chicago’s QodeX Quantum, es
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quantum-computingD-Wave Joins Southeastern Quantum Collaborative as Inaugural Member
Insider Brief D-Wave Quantum Inc. has joined the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative (SQC) as an inaugural member to support regional quantum technology advancement and workforce development. The SQC brings together academia, industry, and government — including The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Davidson Technologies, IBM, and Alabama A&M University — to accelerate quantum information science applications across the Southeastern U.S. With a D-Wave Advantage2 system hosted at Davidson’s Huntsville headquarters, the collaboration aims to support workforce training and defense-oriented quantum use cases in the region. PRESS RELEASE — D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave” or the “Company”), the only dual-platform quantum computing company, providing both annealing and gate-model systems, software and services, today joined the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative (SQC) as an inaugural member, along with The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Davidson Technologies, IBM and Alabama A&M University. The SQC will bring together academia, industry and government to accelerate the advancement and application of quantum information science and technology across the Southeast. In addition, it aims to develop the quantum-ready workforce needed to commercialize the technology. Given Davidson hosts a D-Wave Advantage2TM system at its headquarters in Huntsville, Alabama, D-Wave is well positioned to support the SQC’s quantum workforce development efforts. “Alabama has long been a leader in the development and use of advanced technologies, and D-Wave is excited to join the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative as an inaugural member to support the next wave of innovation coming from the region — quantum computing,” said Jack Sears, vice president of government business solutions at D-Wave. “Establishing a globally competitive, quantum-ready workforce across the Southeast — capable of operationalizing annealing and gat
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quantum-computingPalm Beach Economic Group Secures $1M Federal Grant for Quantum Workforce Efforts
Insider Brief The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County has received $1.031 million in federal funding secured by Lois Frankel to support workforce development and regional coordination in quantum technologies. Palm Beach State College was awarded more than $2 million in federal funding to establish a Quantum Innovation Center focused on education, research, and industry collaboration in quantum computing and AI. The funding builds on recent regional milestones, including D-Wave Quantum Inc.’s headquarters relocation to Boca Raton and Florida Atlantic University’s $20 million acquisition of a D-Wave quantum computer. PRESS RELEASE — The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB) has been awarded $1,031,000 in federal funding secured by U.S. Representative Lois Frankel – the largest federal grant in the organization’s history – to advance workforce development and regional coordination in quantum technologies as part of a broader effort to build a regional quantum ecosystem through programming initiatives. The funding was announced this morning at a press conference with Congresswoman Frankel, Business Development Board President and CEO Kelly Smallridge, Palm Beach State College President Ava Parker, and many public and private sector partners at Palm Beach State College’s Historic Building in West Palm Beach. The investment will further align business, education, and economic development strategies as Palm Beach County strengthens its position in advanced technology industries. Palm Beach State College also received more than $2 million in federal funding to support the creation of the Quantum Innovation Center, a transformative hub for education, research, and industry collaboration that will be located in the College’s Historic Building in downtown West Palm Beach. The new center will serve as a regional hub for research and workforce training in quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and related high-tech fields. Together, these investm
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quantum-computingAQT and Scaleway Launch European Quantum Cloud Access
Insider Brief Alpine Quantum Technologies (AQT) is integrating its IBEX Q1 trapped-ion quantum computer into Scaleway’s cloud platform to provide sovereign Quantum-as-a-Service access in Europe. The partnership combines European quantum hardware and cloud infrastructure to support digital sovereignty, hybrid quantum-classical applications, and broader access for enterprises, researchers, and public institutions. The IBEX Q1 system will be accessible via Scaleway’s platform using frameworks such as Qiskit, Cirq, and Pennylane, with scheduled availability for users in European time zones. PRESS RELEASE — A new cloud partnership strengthens digital sovereignty and expands access to quantum computing – Alpine Quantum Technologies (“AQT”) is integrating its trapped-ion quantum computer into Scaleway’s cloud. This collaboration enables: A new sovereign quantum infrastructure made in Europe, combining European cloud and quantum hardware to support digital resilience and technological independence A stronger AQT presence within the French quantum ecosystem, fostering closer collaboration with research, industry, and innovation stakeholders. The development of hybrid applications, by pairing AQT’s quantum systems with Scaleway’s classical computing resources. An enhanced cloud offering from Scaleway, featuring digital, universal quantum hardware integrated directly into its platform. The trapped-ion quantum computer IBEX Q1 by AQT (Innsbruck, Austria) will be available via Scaleway’s (HQ: France) Quantum-as-a-Service (QaaS) platform, which gives industrial companies, research institutions, public authorities, educational institutions and developers access to quantum processing units (QPUs) via its sovereign cloud infrastructure. AQT’s quantum computer can be accessed and programmed without reservation needed from Qiskit, Cirq and Pennylane packages. The device is available T
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quantum-computingForward Edge-AI Graduates Inaugural Isidore Quantum Certification Class
Insider Brief Forward Edge-AI graduated its inaugural Isidore Quantum Certification Class, marking a step in post-quantum cybersecurity workforce development tied to its FIPS 140-3–certified hardware platform tested across U.S. military branches and commercial partners. The program, delivered with the National Security Agency and Lumen, trained participants from South Korea and Japan in operational deployment, secure integration, and real-world implementation of post-quantum cryptography and AI-enabled cybersecurity systems. Graduates are certified to deploy and manage post-quantum security systems in mission-critical environments, supporting allied and partner nations as governments shift from policy planning to operational execution. PRESS RELEASE — Forward Edge-AI, Inc., announced the graduation of its inaugural Isidore Quantum Certification Class, marking a milestone in international post-quantum cybersecurity readiness and workforce development. Forward Edge-AI is the company behind Isidore Quantum, the FIPS 140-3–certified hardware platform delivering the world’s first drop-in post-quantum cybersecurity solution successfully tested across air, land, sea, and space by the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Space Force, and major commercial partners such as Microsoft and Lumen. The graduating class includes a strategic partner from WiseCube (South Korea) and two employees from Forward Edge-AI Japan. These participants are the only individuals from their respective countries to complete the Isidore Quantum certification to date. The certification program was delivered jointly by Forward Edge-AI, the National Security Agency (NSA), and Lumen, and provided advanced instruction across post-quantum cryptography (PQC), cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The curriculum focused on operational deployment, secure integration, and real-world implementation of post-quantum systems. “This certification r
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quantum-computingPalm Beach County Receives $1M Federal Funding to Expand Quantum Ecosystem - Quantum Computing Report
Palm Beach County Receives $1M Federal Funding to Expand Quantum Ecosystem Quantum Computing Report
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quantum-computingPalm Beach County Receives $1M Federal Funding to Expand Quantum Ecosystem
Palm Beach County Receives $1M Federal Funding to Expand Quantum Ecosystem The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB) has been awarded $1,031,000 in federal funding to facilitate regional coordination and workforce development in quantum technologies. Secured by U.S. Representative Lois Frankel, the investment is designed to align business, education, and economic development strategies to support a growing cluster of high-tech industries. Simultaneously, Palm Beach State College (PBSC) received more than $2 million in federal funding to support the creation of a Quantum Innovation Center in West Palm Beach, which will serve as a regional hub for research and specialized training in quantum computing and artificial intelligence. The Quantum Innovation Center at PBSC will be located in the college’s Historic Building and is intended to foster collaboration between researchers and private industry. This federal support follows a recent $4.95 million award from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund, further expanding the infrastructure for high-tech workforce development in the region. These combined investments are part of a broader programming initiative to prepare students for technical careers while strengthening the local innovation economy through structured academic and regional partnerships. This funding coincides with several industry milestones in the region, including the relocation of D-Wave Quantum Inc.’s corporate headquarters to Boca Raton and Florida Atlantic University’s $20 million acquisition of a D-Wave quantum computer. The BDB is working with academic leaders and private sector partners, such as Quantum Coast Capital, to integrate these corporate and research assets into a cohesive technological corridor. These efforts are part of a long-term strategy to establish Palm Beach County as an emerging center for quantum and advanced technology development. For further details, view the official announcement from the Business Development Boar
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quantum-computingAtomic Receivers Boost Bandwidth for Wireless Signals
Researchers are addressing a critical limitation in Rydberg atomic receivers, devices possessing exceptional sensitivity to electric fields but traditionally hampered by narrow bandwidths unsuitable for wideband wireless communication. Yuanbin Chen and Chau Yuen, both from Nanyang Technological University, alongside Chong Meng Samson See from DSO National Laboratories, detail a novel approach utilising six-wave mixing to significantly broaden the operational bandwidth of these receivers. Their work establishes an explicit model linking radio frequency input to optical output, allowing for the derivation of a bandwidth expression and a comprehensive analysis of the receiver’s linear dynamic range. Numerical results demonstrate that this six-wave mixing configuration increases the 3-dB baseband bandwidth by over an order of magnitude compared to conventional electromagnetically induced transparency methods, representing a substantial step towards realising practical, high-performance Rydberg-based wireless systems. Scientists are developing more sensitive receivers for wireless technology using the unusual properties of atoms. A breakthrough in quantum engineering promises to dramatically increase the bandwidth of these atomic receivers, potentially unlocking a new era of high-performance communications. This advance could pave the way for devices capable of handling far greater volumes of data. Scientists have developed a new approach to significantly broaden the bandwidth of Rydberg atomic receivers, devices that function as exceptionally sensitive radio frequency (RF) antennas. These receivers leverage the unique properties of Rydberg atoms, atoms with electrons boosted to very high energy levels, to convert incoming RF signals into detectable optical signals with unprecedented precision. Current Rydberg receivers, relying on a technique called electromagnetically induced transparency (EIT), are limited to baseband bandwidths of only tens to a few hundred kilohertz
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quantum-computingAQT and Scaleway partner to deliver Quantum Computing to Europe
Press Release Cloud access to AQT’s quantum computer via Scaleway Foto credit: D. Kühl, AQT February 18th, 2026 AQT and Scaleway partner to deliver Quantum Computing to EuropeA new cloud partnership strengthens digital sovereignty and expands access to quantum computing – AQT is integrating its trapped-ion quantum computer into Scaleway’s cloud. This collaboration enables: A new sovereign quantum infrastructure made in Europe, combining European cloud and quantum hardware to support digital resilience and technological independence A stronger AQT presence within the French quantum ecosystem, fostering closer collaboration with research, industry, and innovation stakeholders. The development of hybrid applications, by pairing AQT’s quantum systems with Scaleway’s classical computing resources. An enhanced cloud offering from Scaleway, featuring digital, universal quantum hardware integrated directly into its platform. The trapped-ion quantum computer IBEX Q1 by AQT (Innsbruck, Austria) will be available via Scaleway’s (HQ: France) Quantum-as-a-Service (QaaS) platform, which gives industrial companies, research institutions, pub-lic authorities, educational institutions and developers access to quantum processing units (QPUs) via its sovereign cloud infrastructure. AQT’s quantum computer can be accessed and programmed without reservation needed from Qiskit, Cirq and Pennylane packages. The device is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 to 17:00 CET, provid-ing customers in European time zones convenient access during their work hours. “Together with Scaleway, AQT offers our customers hands-on access to the best quantum computers in Europe. We are convinced that the synergy between our quantum computers and Scaleway’ cloud infrastructure will open up completely new capabilities and international markets.” Dr. Felix Rohde, Director of Cloud Partnerships and Business Development at AQT “We are thrilled to integrate AQT’s trapped-ion technology into our quantum ec
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quantum-computingQED-C’s Flagship Event to Drive Global Quantum Ecosystem Coordination
QED-C is rebranding its flagship Spring plenary meeting as The Quantum Summit, a move signaling a heightened focus on coordinating the rapidly evolving global quantum landscape. Beginning in 2026, the Summit will convene leaders from government, industry, research, and investment to address shared challenges and opportunities in quantum technology. The inaugural Quantum Summit, taking place April 14–15, 2026, in Washington D.C. aligned with World Quantum Day, will also serve as the launchpad for the annual State of the Global Quantum Industry Report. “The Quantum Summit” more accurately represents the level of participation, cross-sector engagement, and the role this meeting plays in advancing the global quantum ecosystem, said QED-C, reflecting the organization’s ambition to accelerate responsible development and adoption of these powerful technologies. QED-C Quantum Summit: Convening the Global Quantum Ecosystem Over 80% of quantum industry leaders recognize the need for coordinated action, and QED-C’s newly branded Quantum Summit aims to deliver just that. Beginning in 2026, this event—formerly known as the Spring Plenary Meeting—will serve as a critical “coordination checkpoint” for the rapidly evolving global quantum ecosystem. The April 14–15, 2026, inaugural Summit in Washington D.C. is designed to inform decision-making across the quantum landscape. The program will feature member networking, engagement with Technical Advisory Committee activities, and “Convening Circles” for in-depth collaboration. While the event will now require registration—with complimentary options for member organizations and a flat rate of $200 for government partners—QED-C asserts that “charging registration fees helps ensure strong attendance, support high-quality programming, and contribute to QED-C’s long-term sustainability.” Sponsorship opportunities will also be available starting February 16, 2026. Spring 2026 Summit Program: Networking, Reports, and Collaboration The evolvin
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quantum-computingKipu Quantum Launches Rimay Quantum Feature Extraction Service
Insider Brief Kipu Quantum announced general availability of Rimay, a quantum feature extraction service designed to enhance classical machine learning model performance. Rimay integrates into existing ML pipelines and has been deployed on IBM Quantum hardware, with reported accuracy improvements across industrial use cases including credit risk, predictive maintenance, and leak detection. The service is available via the Kipu Quantum Hub alongside Illay and Miray, expanding the company’s quantum machine learning toolkit for enterprise applications. PRESS RELEASE — Kipu Quantum, a leading provider of quantum software applications, today announced general availability of Rimay Quantum Feature Extraction, a service proven to boost the performance of classical machine learning (ML) models. Rimay integrates into existing ML pipelines and enhances model accuracy by extracting richer quantum features from the same data. This applies particularly to cases where data is scarce, noisy, or imbalanced. Enterprise users across manufacturing, financial services, life sciences, and energy have already seen evidence of value when using Rimay on IBM Quantum hardware, demonstrating the potential of quantum computers to improve workflows as the technology matures. High Impact Results Across Sectors Rimay has supported customer projects, including: Komatsu Peru and NTT Data Latam and Europe used Kipu to get trustworthy predictive maintenance insights from scarce equipment data. KPMG used Rimay to classify tree species from limited satellite imagery, delivering clearer quantum-enhanced environmental intelligence. Moeve used Kipu’s technology to analyse thermal imaging and quantum-enhanced leak detection in oil & gas pipelines. Organisations have also seen results across a wide range of other industry use cases: Credit risk assessment: +5% accuracy vs classical models Oil pipeline leak detection: +13% balanced a
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quantum-computingQuantum Scientists Publish Manifesto Opposing Military Use of Quantum Research
Insider Brief A group of quantum scientists has published a manifesto opposing the use of quantum research for military purposes and is seeking additional signatories worldwide. The document calls for a collective rejection of defense-funded projects, greater transparency around military-academic partnerships and the creation of a public database listing military-funded research at universities. The signatories argue that growing defense investment in quantum technologies risks undermining academic independence and entangling universities in national security agendas. Image: Photo by Merlin Lightpainting on Pexels A group of quantum scientists has published a manifesto rejecting the use of quantum research for military purposes and is seeking signatures from researchers around the world. So far, 250 scientists have signed the “manifesto,” according to Physics World. The document, titled “Quantum Scientists for Disarmament: a Manifesto,” frames itself as a response to what the scientists describe as an accelerating global arms buildup and a growing alignment between universities and defense agencies. According to the manifesto, the signatories firmly oppose militarization within academia and categorically reject the use of their research for military applications, surveillance or population control. Marco Cattaneo from the University of Helsinki in Finland, who co-authored the manifesto, told Physics World that the manifesto grew out of a quantum-information workshop that was held in Spain in 2025. “During a session on science policy, we realized that many of us shared the same concerns about the growing militarization of quantum science and academia,” Cattaneo told Physics World. “As physicists, we have a strong – and terrible – historical example that can guide our actions: the development of nuclear weapons, and the way the physics community organized to oppose them and to push for their control and abolition.” Primary Goals The scientists’ primary
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quantum-computingStudy Reveals World’s Leading Quantum Ecosystems — And Why They Lead
Insider Brief Quantum computing is not spreading evenly across the globe. It is concentrating in what is becoming a select list of the world’s leading quantum ecosystems. A recent study by the European Centre for International Political Economy (ECIPE) finds that 96% of all global quantum company funding now flows into geographically dense ecosystems known […]
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quantum-computingInfleqtion’s Dana Anderson Elected to National Academy of Engineering
Infleqtion Founder & Chief Science Officer Dr. Dana Anderson has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering, a prestigious honor recognizing his groundbreaking contributions to optical quantum engineering of ultracold atoms. This induction acknowledges Dr. Anderson’s pivotal work in harnessing the power of these atoms to build advanced quantum systems, pushing the boundaries of technological control. “I am honored to be a member of this year’s National Academy of Engineering class,” said Dr. Anderson, “Election to the NAE is one of the highest professional honors, and being recognized for my work in optical quantum engineering with ultracold atoms is deeply meaningful.” Founded in 1964, the NAE’s recognition of Anderson highlights Infleqtion’s position as a leader in developing quantum computers, sensors, and software for a range of applications. Dana Anderson Elected to National Academy of Engineering A breakthrough in controlling atoms has earned Infleqtion’s Dana Anderson a place among the nation’s highest engineering honors. The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) has recognized Dr. This distinction places Anderson amongst a select group of individuals acknowledged for exceptional contributions to engineering, impacting areas from business to government research. Founded in 1964, the NAE represents the pinnacle of professional recognition for engineers in the United States, and membership is reserved for those demonstrating significant impact through their work. Anderson’s election isn’t simply an acknowledgement of past achievements; it signals the growing maturity of atom-based quantum technology. Infleqtion, where Anderson serves as Founder and Chief Science Officer, is at the forefront of developing commercial applications leveraging the unique properties of these ultracold atoms. These aren’t the atoms of everyday experience, but those cooled to temperatures near absolute zero, allowing for unprecedented control over their quantum states. Thi
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