IBM’s LLM-Guided Evolutionary Framework for Quantum Error Correction Code Discovery
IBM Research recently published a paper on an LLM-guided evolutionary framework for discovering quantum error-correction (QEC) codes, accompanied by the open-source release of OpenEvolve on GitHub. The framework applies evolutionary artificial intelligence techniques, originally developed for general program synthesis, to the domain of quantum low-density parity-check (qLDPC) codes.
Microsoft’s Majorana 2 Topological Quantum Chip
Microsoft unveiled Majorana 2 at its recent Build developer conference in San Francisco, introducing its second-generation topological quantum chip and announcing the general availability of Microsoft Discovery, an agentic AI platform for scientific research and development.
Majorana 2 delivers qubits that are 1,000 times more reliable than those in its predecessor, Majorana 1, with a mean qubit lifetime of 20 seconds and peak instances approaching 1 minute.
Quantinuum’s $1.68 Billion IPO & the Race to Quantum Commercialization
Quantinuum opened trading on the Nasdaq last week (symbol: QNT), raising $1.68 billion in the largest traditional IPO to date for a pure-play quantum computing company.
Priced at $60 per share, above the marketed range of $53 to $55, and oversubscribed by a double-digit multiple before trading began, the debut caps a multi-year run of technical milestones, high-profile partnerships, and deepening enterprise engagement.
IBM’s Big Quantum Month: A $10 Billion Bet, a National Fab, and a 2029 Deadline
A version of this post previously appeared in a LinkedIn newsletter IBM revealed that it will invest more than $10 billion in quantum computing over the next five years, with the goal of delivering the first large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer by 2029. The disclosure, which arrived not via a press release but through an SEC […]
IBM: Anderon Quantum Foundry and the Industrialization of Quantum Hardware
IBM and the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a Letter of Intent to establish Anderon, a standalone company that will operate the United States’ first pure-play quantum chip foundry.
The initiative has a combined commitment of $2 billion, including $1 billion in proposed CHIPS Act R&D incentives from the Department of Commerce and $1 billion in cash from IBM, supplemented by IBM’s intellectual property, fabrication assets, and an existing skilled workforce.
IBM Quantum-Centric Supercomputing Reference Architecture
IBM has announced the industry’s first published reference architecture for quantum-centric supercomputing (QCSC), offering a technical blueprint for combining quantum processing units (QPUs) with traditional HPC infrastructure.
The framework focuses on computational problems that exceed traditional computing capabilities, particularly in molecular simulations and quantum chemistry calculations, where quantum mechanics governs system behavior.
SC25: Beyond Super Computing
Supercomputing 2025 delivered a clear message to enterprise IT leaders: the infrastructure conversation has fundamentally changed. The announcements from SC25 were about architectural transformation.
From rack-scale designs to quantum integration to facility-level engineering, the building blocks of large-scale AI and HPC systems are being reimagined.
HPE Doesn’t Trust Anyone Else with Exascale Speed
Choosing Slingshot instead of buying competitor gear like InfiniBand is a hardcore strategic move centered on performance, predictability, and ownership.
Research Note: IBM and AMD Collaborate on Classical-Quantum Computing
IBM and AMD recently announced a strategic collaboration to develop quantum-centric supercomputing architectures that combine quantum computers with high-performance computing infrastructure. The partnership is based on a memorandum of understanding between the companies, with no immediate financial exchange.
Research Note: IBM QisKit 2.0
IBM recently released Qiskit SDK v2.0, a major update to its open-source quantum software development kit. The new release is a key element of IBM’s long-term strategy to support utility-scale quantum computing by delivering architectural improvements, higher performance, and expanded interoperability with classical HPC systems.
Research Note: NVIDIA SC24 Announcements
At the recent Supercomputing 2024 (SC24) conference in Atlanta, NVIDIA announced new hardware and software capabilities to enhance AI and HPC capabilities. This includes the new GB200 NVL4 Superchip, the general available of its H200 NVL PCIe, and several new software capabilities.
Insights from the 2024 IBM Quantum Developer Conference
IBM Research last week hosted its inaugural Quantum Developer Conference where the company highlighted significant advancements in quantum computing hardware, software, and integration with classical computing.
Research Note: IBM QisKit Performance & Quality Leadership
IBM recently announced that its Qiskit emerged as the highest-performing SDK in terms of both speed and quality inrecent benchmarking tests to evaluate quantum software development kits. These tests measured how efficiently SDKs could build, manipulate, synthesize, and transpile quantum circuits. Qiskit passed more tests than any other SDK and demonstrated superior performance metrics, outperforming competitors like TKET.
IBM Algorithms Included in 1st NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards
Two IBM-developed algorithms are now officially included in the world’s first post-quantum cryptography standards, published by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Research Note: IBM QisKit 1.0 Quantum SDK Release
IBM released significant enhancements to Qiskit, its widely used quantum software platform. These enhancements show its evolution from a software development kit launched in 2017 into a comprehensive software stack.
Quick Take: Microsoft & Quantiniuum Achieve Quantum Error Correction Breakthrough
Microsoft and Quantinuum announced an advancement in quantum computing that significantly reduces quantum error correction, a significant achievement that addresses one of the major hurdles in quantum computing.
Research Note: Honeywell’s $300M Investment in Quantinuum
Honeywell continues its investments in quantum computing by announcing a $300 million equity fundraising for Quantinuum, the leading integrated quantum computing company, valuing it at $5 billion pre-money.
Research Note: IBM Research’s Breakthrough in Error Mitigation/Correction for Quantum Computing
In a new paper published in the journal Nature, IBM Research describes a new approach that addresses a fundamental challenge in quantum computing: the vulnerability of quantum hardware to errors caused by environmental noise. This issue is a significant hurdle in developing and operating utility-scale quantum circuits, which are essential for practical applications of quantum computing.
IBM Simplifies SW Development for Quantum Computing with New Tools
As the quantum computing landscape rapidly advances, IBM stands at the vanguard with innovative solutions designed to make quantum computing more practical and accessible. This is particularly evident in its innovations in developing quantum applications.
IBM Introduces New Quantum Computing Processors & Platforms
IBM recently announced significant advancements in both quantum processors and platforms for quantum computing at its Quantum Summit 2023.
In doing so, IBM highlighted several significant advancements in quantum computing, showcasing the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of this revolutionary technology.
Research Note: Inside IBM’s Advances in Software Development for Quantum Computing
Recognizing that these scientists require tools that integrate seamlessly with their existing workflows while simplifying the complexities of quantum mechanics, IBM introduced a suite of innovative solutions at its recent Quantum Computing Summit.
At the forefront of these advancements is Qiskit 1.0, a significant upgrade to IBM’s open-source quantum computing software development kit, which simplifies the process of programming quantum computers.
Research Note: Inside IBM’s Developments in Quantum Processing & Platforms
IBM this week announced significant advancements in both quantum processors and platforms for quantum computing at its Quantum Summit 2023. At the event, IBM highlighted several significant advancements in quantum computing, showcasing the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of this revolutionary technology.