Quantum Tech

Driven by advancements in cryptographic research and the need for stronger security measures, the National Security Agency (NSA) introduced the Commercial National Security Algorithm Suite 2.0 (CNSA 2.0) to establish a set of quantum-resistant cryptographic standards.

Founded as a spin-out from the University of Oxford, PQShield emerged from cutting-edge academic research into cryptography.

Speaking at the 4th Annual Commercialising Quantum Global 2025 event, Jerry Chow, IBM Fellow and Director of Quantum Systems, gave a comprehensive update on IBM’s approach to delivering quantum advantage – the point at which quantum computers can outperform classical systems on practical tasks.

The UK Government has announced £14 million to accelerate the development and deployment of quantum sensing technologies, as part of a broader push to commercialise quantum innovation.

Oxford Ionics has announced its development roadmap to achieve scalable fault-tolerant quantum computing – outlining three short-term phases on the company’s path to delivering one million+ qubit devices.

ParTec, a European specialist in the development and design of AI supercomputers, quantum computing, and high-performance computing, and ORCA Computing, a quantum computing company, announced their partnership to provide customers with quantum-accelerated HPC and AI solution architectures.

Quantum computing has continued to move forward from theoretical promise to a practical reality, with 2025 shaping up to be a pivotal year for the burgeoning technology. Mainstream awareness is on the rise and so too is the adoption of the future technology. Governments and industries worldwide have accelerated efforts to prepare for the opportunities and challenges presented by the disruptive technology. Among them, the UK has positioned itself ...

Innovate UK has awarded TreQ and a consortium of partners including Rigetti, Oxford Ionics, Q-CTRL, and Qruise, £1.65 million to develop an Open Architecture Quantum (OAQ) Testbed.

Researchers have developed a novel approach to detecting spin states in diamond-based quantum systems, offering the potential for more compact and accessible quantum sensors.

The UK government is investing £121 million in quantum technology to tackle crime, fraud, and money laundering, while reinforcing its global leadership in the field and driving economic savings.