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PsiQuantum has begun constructing its utility-scale quantum computing facility at Moreton Bay, Australia, where it will deploy the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer. The site will be developed in phases, incorporating major infrastructure, and is expected to support Australia's quantum ecosystem through workforce development, research collaboration, and high-skilled job creation. The project is a significant milestone in the country's quantum computing journey, with potential applications in medicine, materials science, energy, and other industries.

Ayo Akinyele, Chief Engineer at RippleX, has outlined a security upgrade strategy to protect the XRP Ledger (XRPL) from threats posed by quantum computing and artificial intelligence. The upgrade, which has been in development since 2024-2025, involves implementing a hybrid signature method that allows the blockchain to operate normally under standard conditions but switch to a protected cryptographic stack if a quantum attack is detected. This approach balances security with operational continuity and avoids the performance overhead [...]

IQM Quantum Computers hosted its inaugural Capital Markets Day, presenting its business strategy and technology roadmap to investors and analysts. The company has sold 23 quantum computers and hosted discussions with representatives from NVIDIA, AWS, and Cambium Ventures. IQM's event comes ahead of its planned public listing through a business combination with Real Asset Acquisition Corp. The company's leadership team provided an in-depth look at its financial highlights and long-term vision. IQM has sold more quantum computers [...]

Amazon AI executive Peter DeSantis predicts the first commercially useful small-scale quantum computers will be available in five-to-seven years. DeSantis leads a new Amazon organization focused on AI models, chips, and quantum computing. Quantum computing proponents claim the technology will solve problems current computers cannot. DeSantis' prediction suggests significant advancements in the field. The technology is expected to grow similarly to semiconductor capabilities. Amazon's investment in quantum computing indicates a strong commitment to the technology's potential. DeSantis' [...]

Atom Computing and Nu Quantum have signed a memorandum of understanding to integrate neutral-atom quantum computers with photonic networking hardware. The collaboration will focus on photonic network switches, qubit-photon entanglement technologies, and distributed fault-tolerant computing architectures to support utility-scale quantum computing. The partnership combines Atom Computing's expertise in neutral-atom quantum computing with Nu Quantum's quantum networking technology to advance scalable, modular quantum computing systems. The companies aim to build the hardware essential to scaling neutral atom quantum [...]

IQM Quantum Computers has deployed its first U.S. quantum computer, a 20-qubit IQM Radiance system, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The processor represents ORNL's first commercially procured quantum computer and has been integrated into the facility's high-performance computing ecosystem. The deployment highlights IQM's on-premises deployment model, allowing ORNL to retain control over the hardware and generated intellectual property. The laboratory's research teams will utilize the co-processor to develop software tools and hybrid workflows for advanced materials [...]

China's Origin Wukong quantum computing platform has surpassed one million completed tasks, serving users across 192 countries and regions. The platform combines superconducting quantum computing services with post-quantum cryptography protections, including the Origin Rock cryptographic module introduced in 2024. Since its operation, the platform has received over 49 million remote visits, providing stable and reliable quantum computing power to users worldwide while integrating a post-quantum cryptography protection framework.

Quantum Machines has acquired Hungarian hardware design firm PCB Design Ltd., establishing a dedicated research and development hub in Budapest. This move accelerates the scaling of the company's real-time hardware orchestration portfolio and deepens its global infrastructure footprint. The acquisition absorbs a specialized workforce of 40 developers, injecting 20 years of classical high-speed, high-density hardware architecture expertise into Quantum Machines' physical control stack. The expansion supports high-performance control demands closer to near-term fault-tolerant hardware limits.