Rigetti and IonQ are racing to dominate quantum computing. One bets on precision and partnerships, the other on scale and market reach. Which has the edge? Let's dive in.

European scientists have sent quantum-encrypted messages a record 254km using a traditional fibre optic cable network.

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Quantum messages sent across a 254-km telecom network in Germany represent the first known report of coherent quantum ...

The system, developed by Toshiba Europe, spanned 254 kilometers (158 miles) between the German cities of Frankfurt and Kehl, ...

Abstract: Coherent One-Way (COW) is a simple and widely utilized quantum key distribution (QKD) protocol, favored in both experimental and commercial applications. In this paper, we compare the ...

A new research project at the University of St.Gallen, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation, will investigate how changes in aviation ...

In 2024, a demonstration of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) using drones showcased its potential for real-time, secure field communications. Next-Gen Cryptanalysis: In the future, quantum systems might ...

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Introduction of MLKEM-768 The choice of MLKEM-768 as the new quantum-safe key exchange method is a notable highlight of this update. The previous version had already implemented a hybrid key exchange ...

as it offers no performance advantages over key exchange using elliptic curves or quantum-safe algorithms. The standard algorithm for key exchange is also changing. The developers chose MLKEM-768 ...