On September 6, 2024, the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) and QuEra Computing, Inc. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their collaboration towards the industrialization of quantum technology. This agreement builds on an April 2024 contract, under which QuEra will deliver a state-of-the-art quantum computer to Japan, installed on-premises alongside AIST's NVIDIA-powered ABCI-Q supercomputer.

As part of this new collaboration, QuEra will establish and operate a cloud-based platform, providing remote access to the quantum computer for researchers, collaborators, and external users. This platform will seamlessly integrate with AIST’s high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure, including the ABCI-Q supercomputer.

The collaboration will promote the development of a hybrid environment between ABCI-Q, a function of Global Research and Development Center for Business by Quantum-AI Technology (G-QuAT), and QuEra Computing’s neutral atom quantum computer.

Additionally, the applicability of optical materials and components necessary for the hardware development of next-generation neutral atom quantum computers will be tested. This effort aims not only to scale up and enhance the performance of quantum computers but also to standardize processes to strengthen future supply chains.

As the demand for the industrialization of quantum technology continues to grow, the enhanced cooperation between the two institutions is expected to lead to new technological advancements and market creation.

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