UCL and Siloton Adapt Quantum-Enabled Eye Imaging for Children

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UCL and Siloton Adapt Quantum-Enabled Eye Imaging for Children

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Sep 28, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

UCL’s Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health has partnered with Bristol start‑up Siloton to adapt the company’s quantum‑enabled OCT device for paediatric use. The NIHR‑funded project will modify Siloton’s compact Akepa system—adjusting lenses and casing—to fit children’s eyes and faces, enabling safe, high‑resolution imaging outside hospitals. The goal is to allow community or home monitoring of sight‑threatening conditions, reducing clinic visits and improving early detection and treatment for young patients.

💡 Why It Matters

· By bringing advanced eye imaging into homes, the collaboration could cut school absences and streamline care for children with retinal or optic nerve disorders, offering earlier intervention and less disruption to families.

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FSU Receives $2.1 Million for Quantum Communication Testbed

Florida State University secured $2.1 million in federal Community Project Funding from NIST to build a campus‑scale quantum communication testbed. The platform will link a central hub in FSU’s Interdisciplinary Research and Commercialization Building to receiver nodes at the FAMU‑FSU College of Engineering and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory via campus fiber. Researchers will generate and distribute entangled photons, monitor link reliability, and expose optical components to controlled environmental stresses such as turbulence, high magnetic fields, and cryogenic cycling. The project aims to transition quantum communication from laboratory demonstrations to robust, real‑world systems, supporting national security and workforce development.

💡 By testing quantum links under realistic conditions, the facility will accelerate the development of secure, resilient networks essential for protecting critical infrastructure and maintaining U.S. leadership in emerging quantum technologies.

globalfintechseries.com · Sep 28

Splendor Labs SA Launches Splendor Quantum Chain, a Live Layer-1 Blockchain for…

Splendor Labs SA launched the Splendor Quantum Chain, a live Layer‑1 blockchain that integrates post‑quantum cryptography, including ML‑DSA‑65 signatures, ML‑KEM‑768 security, dual ML‑DSA/SLH‑DSA verification, and RLNC data transport. The network, powered by the native SPLD token, supports digital‑asset tokenization, real‑world asset representation, and AI‑driven applications. It targets institutional finance, with major firms such as BlackRock, JPMorgan, and Goldman Sachs already exploring tokenized assets. The platform offers a developer ecosystem featuring SQC‑VM, JavaScript/TypeScript SDKs, and a WebAssembly signer, positioning it for future quantum‑secure financial infrastructure.

💡 By embedding quantum‑ready security at the protocol level, the chain preempts the imminent threat to current public‑key systems, ensuring long‑term integrity for high‑stakes financial and AI transactions.

en.prnasia.com · Sep 28

KIST Accelerates Global Expansion for Korean Quantum Deep-Tech Startups at Quantum World…

At Quantum World Congress 2026, the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) led a delegation of Korean quantum deep‑tech startups—OptiQ‑Labs, Bright Quantum, and xDots—to secure strategic partnerships with D‑Wave, Microsoft, and Japan’s AIST. The Global Bridge Program, co‑managed with the U.S. Embassy, facilitated access to advanced quantum infrastructure and enterprise collaboration. OptiQ‑Labs announced plans to open a U.S. East Coast office, becoming the first Deeptech Incubator Project startup to establish a regional presence. KIST emphasized converting these connections into long‑term commercialization opportunities.

💡 The U.S. office launch signals a tangible shift from research to market deployment for Korean quantum firms, positioning them as early entrants in the competitive U.S. quantum ecosystem.

thequantuminsider.com · Sep 28

Donate & Join Us! Trick, Treat, and Quantum Physics: Kai Brings Halloween…

On October 31, 10‑year‑old Kai, known as the Quantum Kid, will perform at ETH Zürich’s wow² Space dressed as the Grim Reaper, engaging families and curious children in quantum physics. The event is part of Tesseract Quantum’s nonprofit initiative, which has grown to 120,000 YouTube subscribers and a Webby Award nomination. The organization is crowdfunding CHF 3,500 to hire a professional videographer, edit the footage, and print 200 educational flyers for attendees. Donations are accepted through October 25, with options ranging from a thank‑you video to logo placement.

💡 The event blends science outreach with community engagement, turning a holiday into an accessible learning experience. It demonstrates how a single child’s curiosity can galvanize public interest and support for complex subjects.

thequantuminsider.com · Sep 28

Pasqal Shifts French Public Collaboration Toward Commercial Quantum Computing

Pasqal announced a shift in its partnership with French public authorities from the LSQUARE/PROQCIMA defense program to commercial quantum computing initiatives. The company completed all technological objectives in the first phase of PROQCIMA and will now focus on civil support programs. French agencies SGPI and DGE have requested Pasqal submit a fault‑tolerant quantum computing (FTQC) R&D plan based on neutral atoms, aligning with its commercial roadmap. Pasqal’s CEO highlighted the move as a strategic step to accelerate its FTQC deployment and reinforce France’s sovereign technology status.

💡 The pivot signals a broader trend of governments redirecting defense‑aligned tech toward commercial markets, potentially accelerating the commercial viability of quantum computing.

thequantuminsider.com · Sep 28

CEA-Leti and Quobly Strengthen Their Collaboration to Accelerate the Development of Next-Generation…

Quobly, a French silicon‑based quantum‑computer developer, has deepened its partnership with CEA‑Leti by gaining access to the FAMES Pilot Line, a European semiconductor test facility. The move complements Quobly’s existing collaboration with STMicroelectronics, which industrializes its QSOI® spin‑qubit architecture on 300‑mm wafers. With FAMES, Quobly can evaluate new process flows and patterning techniques for future processors. The company aims to launch its first commercial quantum computer, Alloy Pioneer, by the end of 2026 and target one million qubits by 2032.

💡 By tapping FAMES’ advanced fabrication tools, Quobly accelerates the transition from laboratory prototypes to scalable, industrial‑grade quantum chips, positioning Europe as a competitive player in the global quantum race.