Superconducting quantum processor units (QPUs) could potentially be used to create quantum computers that can outperform classical computers in certain areas 1,2,3. Recently, below-threshold ...

The gap between conventional and quantum computers is closing when it comes to simulating scrambling of quantum information Figure 1: A close-up of the trapped-ion ...

Helios, a US-based quantum computer, demonstrated 99.9975% fidelity in one-qubit operations, while maintaining 99.921% ...

The hope for quantum computers is that the devices will be able to solve complex tasks such as predicting how chemicals react or cracking encrypted text. One of the ...

Because it can easily break traditional encryption methods, the powerful technology could quickly make current cybersecurity methods useless.

Silicon is ubiquitous in modern electronics, and now it is becoming increasingly useful in quantum computing. In particular, silicon's compatibility with existing chip technology and its long ...

This article is part of a package on the future of quantum computing. Read about the most promising applications of these machines here and see an illustrated field guide to qubits here. Inside a ...

A RIKEN-led project is developing essential software that will seamlessly connect quantum computers with supercomputers, hugely amplifying the abilities of both ...

Oak Ridge National Laboratory just launched Pathfinder, a quantum computer built to tackle complex global challenges.

A superconducting quantum computer is part of a network that is mining an experimental cryptocurrency called Quip, and it is ...