Quantum computing

Two cryogenic cooling modules connected to IBM quantum computers

IBM has connected two modular quantum supercoolers on the way to systems of thousands of qubits

Both cooling modules have reached temperatures below 15 millikelvins and offer up to 12 times more wiring space than existing IBM systems. This is a demonstration of an infrastructure designed to enable the connection of many processors — not yet
IBM's quantum computer. Press photo

IBM and Advance Present Three Demonstrations of Verifiable Quantum Advantage

Three new papers suggest ways to establish trust in quantum computer results even when classical simulation fails. One of the studies involved the Israeli company Kedma, but the papers have not yet been peer-reviewed and compared to computational
IBM quantum computer helped calculate how tritium binds to molten salt in fusion reactors

IBM quantum computer helped calculate how tritium binds to molten salt in fusion reactors

Researchers combined a Heron quantum processor with supercomputers to calculate the electronic structure of FLiBe clusters, a material being considered for tritium production in fusion reactors. The results show that the quantum calculation of parts of the problem was
Prof. Jaynandra K. Jain at the Wolf Prize Ceremony in the Knesset

Wolf Prize winner Jainendra Jain in a special interview: How entangled electrons became composite fermions

The Wolf Prize laureate in physics explains how the idea of ​​composite fermions solved the mystery of the fractional quantum Hall effect, what the connection is between his theory and the experiments of Motti Heiblom and James Eisenstein, and why he accepted it.
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Not a time machine: This is how researchers made a quantum system look like it was going backwards

Researchers have developed a feedback method that can cancel and even reverse the arrow of time observed in a monitored quantum system. The method could be used to extract energy from measurements and prepare quantum states.
A 300mm-diameter quantum chip wafer. IBM and the U.S. Department of Commerce plan to use Anderon to establish a first-of-its-kind dedicated factory in the U.S. for the production of quantum chip wafers. Credit: IBM

US and IBM establish first dedicated quantum chip factory

IBM and the U.S. Department of Commerce announced plans to establish Anderon, the first dedicated 300mm quantum chip wafer manufacturing facility in the U.S. The venture is supported by $1 billion in planned funding under the

IBM quantum computer accurately simulates magnetic material — and verified against real physics experiment

For the first time, IBM researchers and their partners from leading universities have succeeded in performing a quantum simulation of a magnetic material whose accuracy has been tested against the material's behavior in nature, an important step towards making quantum computing a practical tool in materials science.
Prof. Charles Bennett. Photo: IBM

The 2025 Turing Award was awarded to Charles Bennett and Gilles Brassard for the foundations of quantum information science.

The two were recognized for a series of breakthroughs that turned quantum mechanics into a new basis for information processing, including the BB84 protocol, quantum cryptography, quantum teleportation, and the development of the entire field as an independent scientific discipline.
Quantum computing, sometimes a bit represents both a zero and a one. Illustration: depositphotos.com

Quantum computing without intermediate measurements: Demonstration of a “tool” for error-proof logic

Quantum error correction requires encoding information so that errors are detected before they destroy the calculation. The research proposes performing logical operations independently of measurements during the algorithm's run, thus allowing calculations to be performed on multiple qubits.
Image caption: “Quantum detective” Dr. Christina Giarmazzi of Macquarie University (pictured) led the team that created the first complete picture of how errors evolve over time inside quantum computers. Photo: Kate Field. Credit: Kate Field

Australian research team discovers why quantum computers have “memory problems” over time

Researchers have found that the tiny errors that plague quantum computers don't appear randomly. Instead, they can remain in the computer, evolve over time, and even connect with each other across time.
In the photo: From right to left: Alan Hu, CEO of Qolab, Dr. Jonathan Cohen, CTO of QM, Prof. John Martinis, CTO of Qolab, Dr. Itamar Sivan, CEO of QM, Dr. Nissim Ofek, Chief Engineer at QM. Photo: Oral Cohen

The world's first Israeli quantum computing center to install Qolab's superconducting qubit device

In the presence of Nobel laureate John Martinis: Qolab and Quantum Machines connect superconducting qubit processors to a quantum-classical cloud infrastructure at Tel Aviv University, with global access for researchers

Universal quantum coupler from Tel Aviv University could reduce the cost of a photonic quantum computer tenfold

Tel Aviv University's Quantum Pulse Ventures presents a universal quantum coupler for photonic quantum computing, which reduces error rates and hardware requirements – and could enable the construction of quantum computers for about 100 million
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Quantum Art Unveils Roadmap: Quantum Computer with a Million Qubits by 2033

The Israeli company that grew out of the Weizmann Institute is setting ambitious goals for developing commercial quantum computing – with a technological advantage as early as 2027.
Two atoms, trapped in laser beams, are shown in a special quantum state called "superentanglement." In this state, both their motion and their internal energy are linked, opening up new possibilities for quantum technologies. Credit: Artificial intelligence-generated visualization by Manuel Endres

Controlling quantum motion and superentanglement

Two atoms, trapped in laser beams, are shown to be in a special quantum state called “superentanglement.” In this state, both their motion and their internal energy are linked together, opening up new possibilities for quantum technologies.
IBM's quantum computing lab in New York State. Photo courtesy of Yished

IBM to build first large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer by 2029

IBM's Quantum Starling is expected to break new ground with 100 million quantum operations and 200 logical qubits, and will serve as the foundation for the next stage in fault-tolerant quantum computing.
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Scientists from China: We cracked encryption using a quantum computer

Although the necessary hardware does not yet exist, researchers report that they have been able to implement a protocol to break RSA ciphers. What does this mean for internet safety?
Prof. Dan Schachman, who serves as Chairman of the Wolf Prize Foundation, Prof. Moti Haiblum, President of the State Yitzhak Herzog and Minister of Education Yoav Kish. Photo by Press Office, Wolf Prize Foundation

Wolf Prize in Physics for 2025: Recognition of quantum computing researchers, including Prof. Motti Heiblum of the Weizmann Institute

Prof. Jayendra Jain, Prof. Moti Haiblum and Prof. James Eisenstein won the prestigious award for their contributions to understanding the unique properties of two-dimensional electron systems in strong magnetic fields, and in particular in studying the fractional quantum Hall effect.
Majorana 1, the eight-qubit topological quantum processor, was unveiled at Microsoft's Station Q 2025 conference.Credit: Microsoft

Quantum breakthrough on the way to a fault-proof computer

Microsoft and Purdue Collaboration Brings Topological Qubit System Building Closer
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Within two decades, the US lost its leadership position to China. From leading of 45 critical technologies to just five

Data analyzed by the Australian ASPI Institute shows that leadership in these technologies has shifted to China. One area in which the US still dominates is vaccine development, but this too is at risk due to the cutbacks.
The quantum computer laboratory at the Hebrew University. Photograph of the Aerospace Industry

Blue-white superconductor quantum computing

A quantum computer developed in superconductor technology was launched in Israel as part of a groundbreaking project in collaboration with the Aerospace Industry, the Hebrew University and the Innovation Authority. The project places Israel at the forefront of the world in the field of quantum computing
Individual pentene molecules (yellow) on the insulating layer (blue). Right: electrons with parallel spins (small arrows) flow from the tip of the tungsten (top) to the molecule (bottom). Credit: ETH Zurich / Ashwarya Vishwakarma and Stefan Kobarik

Scientists have developed a new method of controlling quantum states using magnetic qubits

Spin-polarized currents can also be used to control the quantum states of individual electronic spins. The results of the research, published in the scientific journal Science, may be used in various technologies in the future, for example in the control of my condition
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Quantum flow circuits

Researchers have built a component that amplifies quantum signals that can be used to upgrade quantum computing capabilities
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Beyond algorithms: The role of human empathy in artificial intelligence-enhanced care

A new study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem investigated the balance between artificial intelligence and human therapists in mental health care, with an emphasis on the role of empathy
The Israeli supercomputer IQCC. Credit: Dima Kramanitsky

Quantum Machines opens the Israeli Center for Quantum Computing funded by the Innovation Authority

The center is the first in the world to combine multiple quantum computing platforms with supercomputers, using DGX Quantum developed in partnership between Quantum Machines and Nvidia
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The revolution in the nanoelectronics industry is already here

A new development may accelerate the use of graphene in the nanoelectronics industry and be used in many technological applications
The relevant image created describes the revolution in the field of quantum computers by maintaining quantum coherence at room temperature, presenting a chromophore within an organometallic framework, and emphasizing the innovation and potential of quantum computing and sensing technologies. The image was created by DALEE artificial intelligence software

Breakthrough in quantum computers: qubits are stable at room temperature

achieved a significant breakthrough in the field of quantum computers, by maintaining quantum coherence at room temperature. Quantum coherence describes the ability of a quantum system to maintain a well-defined state over time,
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How does light propagate in silicon?

Technion researchers answer this question and pave new paths for applications in communication, imaging and quantum computing
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China is increasing ethics oversight in science and emphasizing innovation and quality over quantity

Under the new system, Chinese researchers will be evaluated based on the quality and impact of their work rather than the number of publications they produce. Researchers who are found to have been involved in research misconduct will be prosecuted