Australian researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in quantum computing, successfully demonstrating near error-free quantum operations in silicon. This milestone, published in Nature, showcases operations with up to 99.95% accuracy for individual operations and 99.37% for two-qubit operations. This advancement is crucial for the development of silicon-based quantum processors that are compatible with existing semiconductor manufacturing techniques, potentially leading to quantum computers that are scalable and reliable for practical use.
Google is also making significant strides in quantum computing, positioning itself to be a leader in the next era of computing. The company is actively developing quantum AI, exploring next-generation medical sensors, and achieving notable scientific breakthroughs in quantum technology. Google’s efforts include the construction of a quantum AI campus and data center in Santa Barbara, California, indicating a deep commitment to quantum computing. With plans to increase its qubits to 1 million by the end of the decade, Google aims to run an error-corrected, commercially viable quantum computer. Furthermore, Google’s secretive team, Sandbox, focuses on quantum sensors and post-quantum cryptography, aiming to advance quantum technology applications in enterprise and beyond.
These developments reflect the broader tech industry’s accelerating pace towards achieving practical quantum computing, promising revolutionary changes in computing power and capabilities.
