Ericsson Canada and ÉTS Partner on Quantum Computing Research

thequantuminsider.com Oct 22, 2026

Ericsson Canada and ÉTS Partner on Quantum Computing Research

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Oct 22, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Ericsson Canada and École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) have launched a Mitacs‑Accelerate research project to create quantum‑computing methods that improve telecom network operations. The team, led by Professor Jacob Biamonte at ÉTS and Ericsson’s Quantum Program, will study variational quantum algorithms, emphasizing error‑mitigation and optimization through experiments on quantum hardware and simulations. The work is the second Mitacs‑funded collaboration under Ericsson’s Montreal Quantum Research Hub, which was created in 2022 to explore quantum‑based algorithms for telecom processing and distributed computing. The partnership also trains graduate students on real quantum devices, reinforcing Canada’s talent pipeline and its position as a global quantum‑technology leader. The collaboration, praised by Minister Mélanie Joly, seeks to fast‑track quantum‑enhanced network management for real‑world use across Canada.

💡 Why It Matters

· By tackling error‑mitigation in variational algorithms, the project could turn quantum theory into a practical tool for telecom operators, shortening the gap between lab breakthroughs and network‑level efficiencies.

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ign.com · Oct 22

First GTA 6 TV Commercial Strips Out Steamy Shower Scenes, but Shows…

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thequantuminsider.com · Oct 20

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