1100W PFC module boosts power density in a half-brick form factor
August 8, 2026
By EP&T Magazine
ADVANCED ENERGY INDUSTRIES AIH03ZPFC 1100W board-mounted power factor correction (PFC) module comes in a half-brick form factor. Device is designed for applications in industrial, medical, defense and telecommunications systems where size, thermal performance and efficiency are critical. Featuring a regulated, non-isolated 390VDC output, module delivers up to 97.3% peak efficiency — a 2.3% improvement over the company’s previous-generation PFCs — and increases power density by 44% to 380 W/in³. The module includes features not typically associated with half-brick designs, such as internal inrush limiting and digital PMBus control and monitoring. Auxiliary power support enables external housekeeping functions while maintaining a compact footprint, allowing further miniaturization of customer power systems.
Aug 8, 2026 · via ept.ca
Physicists at Göttingen University imaged three-dimensional wave functions using a tabletop soft X-ray laser. An electron inside a molecule does not occupy one fixed point. Quantum mechanics instead describes it through a “wavefunction,” a mathematical map that gives the probabilities of properties such as position and momentum. Within molecules, these electron wavefunctions are known as “molecular orbitals.” Their shapes contain information about how a molecule may absorb light, interact with its surroundings, or undergo a chemical reaction. Capturing the complete three-dimensional wavefunction would therefore give researchers a powerful view of molecular behavior. Yet producing such an image has remained a major experimental challenge. An interdisciplinary group at the University of Göttingen has now imaged the three-dimensional wavefunction of a nanometer-sized organic molecule. By combining advanced photoelectron spectroscopy with mathematical algorithms, the researchers reconstructed details at scales smaller than the distance between neighboring carbon atoms. The results were published in Nature Communications. An indirect method reconstructs the orbital “The wavefunction is a fundamental quantity in quantum mechanics, yet it cannot be directly observed or measured,” explains Professor Stefan Mathias at the University of Göttingen. The researchers instead used photoelectron spectroscopy, an indirect technique that measures the momentum of electrons emitted from a molecule. Those measurements revealed one half of the wavefunction without physically changing its state. Advanced computer algorithms then calculated the missing half, producing an image of the complete molecular orbital. The reconstruction resolved features smaller than the spacing between the carbon atoms within the molecule. Previously, extending this technique into three dimensions required lengthy measurements at large-scale synchrotron facilities. That limited its wider use and made it particularly difficult to capture “dynamical” wavefunctions as three-dimensional videos at the scale of individual atoms. Less data could enable molecular movies Dr Matthijs Jansen of the University of Göttingen, co-leader of the
Aug 8, 2026 · via scitechdaily.com
IonQ Inc. researchers have achieved a nearly three-fold increase in the speed of measuring commuting logical operators using a new approach to quantum low-density parity-check (LDPC) codes. The work addresses a key bottleneck in fault-tolerant quantum computation by streamlining operations on logical qubits within the same encoded block. The key ingredient is a scheduler code determining the measurement sequence and allowing for the decoding of all logical measurement outcomes. Numerical simulations with the LDPC codes Q70 and Q102 show a speed-up of nearly 3× over Viterbi measurements for the measurement of commuting logical operators. Combining these fast logical measurements with a new variant of the CliNR partial error correction scheme enables a speed-up of up to 74× for random Clifford circuits. This approach also applies to non-Clifford gates, producing a speed-up of up to 5× for Toffoli gates. For each logical measurement, a new code is formed, merging the memory with the resource state. The exact protocol is easy to understand by inspecting the circuit without additional formalism. Quantum LDPC Codes and Logical Qubit Encoding A significant advance in fault-tolerant quantum computation has been achieved through a novel approach to logical qubit encoding. Unlike the substantial qubit overhead of surface codes, LDPC codes encode multiple logical qubits within the same physical block, a characteristic that previously presented challenges to operational speed. This work directly addresses that bottleneck. By utilizing only cat states, each interacting with the memory for a single time step before measurement, this new technique circumvents previous limitations requiring complex resource states. Numerical simulations using LDPC codes Q70 and Q102 of the walking cat architecture revealed a nearly 3× speed-up over Viterbi measurements for the measurement of commuting logical operators. The approach extends to non-Clifford gates, achieving up to a 5× speed-up for Toffoli gates. The success with
Aug 8, 2026 · via quantumzeitgeist.com
Via entangledfuture.com Xanadu accelerates chip production in quantum computing race The Toronto-based photonic quantum computing company is partnering with EV Group to move from lab prototypes to industrial-scale chip fabrication, backed by $312.8 million in cash. Xanadu Quantum Technologies is done making chips one at a time in a lab. The company announced a strategic partnership with EV Group aimed at achieving industrial-scale production of its specialized photonic quantum chips, a move that could help solve one of quantum computing’s most stubborn problems: actually manufacturing the hardware at scale. The partnership, announced on May 5, 2026, focuses on developing wafer bonding and lithography processes needed to transition from prototype-stage production to high-volume fabrication. From lab bench to factory floor Xanadu’s approach to quantum computing is built on photonics, using particles of light rather than the supercooled circuits favored by competitors like IBM and Google. The advantage is that photonic chips can theoretically operate at room temperature and leverage existing semiconductor manufacturing infrastructure. On June 10, 2026, the company reported hitting an industry benchmark of 0.085 dB/facet average edge-coupling loss in its photonic chip packaging. In plain terms, that measures how much light is lost when signals move between chips and other optical components. Lower loss means better performance, and hitting this threshold at a dedicated internal facility suggests the manufacturing process is maturing beyond early-stage tinkering. The company isn’t relying on EV Group alone. Xanadu expanded its collaboration with Tower Semiconductor in February 2026 to enhance silicon photonics process flows. It also has existing partnerships with Applied Materials and DISCO Corp., both focused on addressing fabrication challenges specific to photonic integrated circuits. The financial picture Xanadu went public in March 2026 through a SPAC merger and now trades under the ticker XNDU on both NASDAQ and TSX. As of June
Aug 8, 2026 · via cryptobriefing.com
Sunlight creates quantum entanglement once thought to require lasers Scientists have turned ordinary sunlight into a source of quantum entanglement, opening a surprising path toward greener and more accessible quantum technology. - Date: - August 7, 2026 - Source: - Optica - Summary: - Scientists have generated quantum entanglement directly from sunlight, potentially offering a lower-energy alternative to the lasers normally used in quantum technology. Their outdoor experiment produced entangled photons with about 94% similarity to an ideal state. The result could pave the way for simpler quantum satellites, secure communications, and more energy-efficient quantum computing. - Share: Many of today's quantum technologies depend on powerful lasers that consume significant amounts of energy. As these systems grow larger and more widespread, their electricity requirements could become an increasing concern. Researchers have now demonstrated a striking alternative: sunlight itself can be used to generate quantum entanglement between photons. "Quantum entanglement is crucial for applications such as secure communication, ultra-precise sensing and high-performance computation," said Cheng Li, a recent graduate of the University of Ottawa in Canada. "Our work shows that abundant natural light sources can be used for quantum entanglement, opening the possibility of more energy-efficient and accessible quantum technologies." The findings, published in Optica, Optica Publishing Group's journal for high-impact research, show that sunlight can produce entanglement comparable to laser-based techniques when differences in the bandwidth of the incoming light are taken into account. The achievement brought together theoretical work from Robert Boyd's group at the University of Ottawa and a new solar concentrator created by Hanieh Fattahi's team at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light (MPL) in Germany. "This technology could one day enable satellites to create secure encryption keys using the sunlight already abundant in space, reducing the need for onboard lasers and much of
Aug 8, 2026 · via sciencedaily.com
News The latest chemistry news, including important research advances, business and policy trends, chemical safety practices, career guidance, and more. Read More A snail’s mucus can do more than leave a slippery trail. It can lubricate movement, glue the animal to surfaces, fend off predators, and protect it from harsh conditions during dormancy. By examining secretions from Cepaea nemoralis, researchers have learned how the protein content and calcium chemistry of snail mucus can be tuned to produce materials with distinct properties (Science 2026, DOI: 10.1126/science.adx7367). C. nemoralis produces five types of snail mucus. Beneath its foot, the snail lays down slippery mucus for movement, while a thin film of adhesive mucus can fasten the rim of the snail’s shell to a surface. When disturbed, the snail releases either a sticky yellow slime or a mass of bubbles. During hibernation, the snail seals itself inside its shell with a mineralized mucus layer called the epiphragm. All the snail mucus contains water, glycoproteins, and complex carbohydrates. And a combination of proteomics, imaging, and staining techniques revealed collagen VI as a main structural component of the mucus. “We were very surprised by the proteomics results because of how similar the composition was throughout [these types], although they look and behave completely different,” says Franziska Jehle, a biomaterials researcher at Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces who led the study. What differed between the individual mucus materials was the individual and total protein concentration. For example, yellow mucus is roughly 4% protein, compared with about 0.3% for lubricant mucus, and the differences in protein content determine how the materials respond to shear stress. Calcium provides another means of tuning the mucus. Scanning electron microscopy and spectroscopy revealed tiny granules of amorphous calcium carbonate (ACC), a noncrystalline form of calcium carbonate, packed in the
Aug 8, 2026 · via cen.acs.org
Quantum computing has officially exited the theoretical research phase and entered active commercial grid infrastructure. For years, the broader market treated quantum technology as a distant science project, viewing it as a marvel of physics slated for the 2030s. That timeline just aggressively compressed. By embedding proprietary hardware directly into municipal power networks, IonQ NYSE: IONQ is monopolizing the path to utility-scale quantum revenue. Wiring Tennessee: The Catalyst Powering IonQ's Surge The watershed moment arrived with the launch of the Tennessee Quantum Communications Research Center, a joint venture with Chattanooga's EPB. This is not a controlled lab experiment. The initiative installs commercial Quantum Memory units into a live, operational fiber optic network. IonQ Today $44.48 +4.76 (+11.99%) As of 08/7/2026 03:59 PM Eastern This is a fair market value price provided by Massive. Learn more. - 52-Week Range - $25.89▼ $84.64 - Price Target - $69.92 The immediate target is utility sector optimization, specifically addressing complex load balancing, voltage drop mitigation, and electrical loss reduction. Power grids face immense computational hurdles known as Unit Commitment problems. In these scenarios, classical computers struggle to find optimal distribution routes in real time as energy demand fluctuates wildly. By applying quantum optimization directly to a live grid, IonQ shifts the technology from an abstract concept to an immediate infrastructure necessity. This real-world application proves that quantum hardware can solve present-day industrial bottlenecks. Owning the Factory to Supercharge Silicon Building the best quantum computer in the world means very little if you cannot manufacture it at scale. This reality drove IonQ to execute its approximately $1.8 billion acquisition of SkyWater Technology NASDAQ: SKYT. By acquiring the only U.S.-based semiconductor foundry capable of manufacturing advanced quantum components, IonQ became a fully vertically integrated full-stack platform. Historically, trapped-ion quantum computers relied on complex, bulky optical lasers
Aug 8, 2026 · via marketbeat.com
Advancing Quantum Error Correction With Dual-Rail Technology D-Wave's peer-reviewed Nature paper demonstrates a fast, high-fidelity two-qubit entangling gate that preserves the error-correction advantages of its superconducting dual-rail qubit architecture. This breakthrough advances the path to practical, fault-tolerant quantum computing. Removing a Barrier to Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing Error correction is one of the industry’s most consequential challenges on the path to scaled fault-tolerant gate-model quantum computing. The benefits of quantum error correction typically come with high overhead in the number of physical qubits, creating substantial engineering complexity, cost and performance constraints. D-Wave's Nature paper, “An entangling gate for dual-rail erasure qubits,” details a new two-qubit entangling gate, a fundamental building block of quantum computation, designed to support efficient quantum error correction. The research demonstrates approximately 99.9% fidelity during two-qubit operations, with fast gate times of about 500 nanoseconds, enabled by native hardware-level error detection. The results establish an important foundation for scalable quantum error correction, validating that D-Wave's superconducting dual-rail architecture can reduce the quantum and classical hardware overhead typically required to detect and correct quantum errors while maintaining fast, high-fidelity operations. D-Wave's dual-rail qubits are superconducting quantum devices that create, store, and manipulate quantum information to perform computations. Unlike other quantum computing architectures, the dual-rail qubit is designed to detect errors at the hardware level. Click here to see the full annotated graphic. A Two-Qubit Gate Designed for Quantum Error Correction D-Wave's dual-rail architecture is designed to create a favorable error hierarchy in which the most common quantum errors are also the easiest to correct. The newly published research demonstrates that this favorable error hierarchy is preserved during two-qubit operations, with the technology maintaining both speed and high fidelity. The results establish an important foundation for scalable quantum error correction with substantially lower hardware overhead. Leveraging these results, D-Wave simulations
Aug 7, 2026 · via dwavequantum.com
These researchers seek to quiet ‘the noise’ in quantum computing These Northeastern University researchers are working to make quantum computers more efficient Quantum computers are poised to transform the world – enabling everything from advancements in drug discovery and material science to breakthroughs in supply chain routing and financial risk modeling. Yet the cutting edge technology is fragile and can be difficult to deploy, explained Ivana Dimitrova, a professor of physics and electrical engineering at Northeastern University. That’s partly because a single quantum computing machine today is too “ small and noisy” to process the hundreds of thousands of qubits — the units of information built from individual particles such as atoms, ions and photons — that power these machines to solve real challenges, Dimitoriva said. One solution is linking quantum computing processors together to share their power in a process known as modular quantum computing. It’s a model that’s taken the quantum computing industry by storm in recent years, Dimitrova said, but it is similarly plagued with its own computational challenges. For instance, the links between the processors can be slow and have their own data interference issues. Now, with support from the U.S. the Department of Energy, Dimitrova and Hessam Mahdavifar, a Northeastern electrical and computer engineering professor, will spend the next two years working to address those issues head on by developing algorithms to make modular quantum computing systems more reliable. For the two-year project, the team will look to reduce the impact of noise — errors and unwanted interference — that occurs in the physical links that connect quantum computing machines together as well as in the quantum computing processors themselves. They will do this by creating specialized software to identify errors in the system and correct for them. The goal is to provide those tools
Aug 7, 2026 · via news.northeastern.edu
Analyst(s): Brendan Burke Publication Date: August 7, 2026 IonQ’s Q2 FY 2026 earnings showed revenue growth above consensus, supported by quantum computer deployments, international demand, and broader platform adoption. The quarter also centered on SkyWater integration, semiconductor-based quantum systems, quantum security demand, and a raised FY 2026 outlook. What Is Covered in This Article: - IonQ’s Q2 FY 2026 financial results - Semiconductor-based quantum systems roadmap - SkyWater and merchant supplier strategy - Quantum security demand accelerates - Guidance and Final Thoughts The News: IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) announced Q2 FY 2026 revenue of $80.1 million, up 287% year-on-year (YoY), compared with Wall Street consensus of $66.4 million. International revenue represented about 50% of total revenue, commercial revenue represented about 60%, and multi-product revenue represented about 25%. Adjusted EBITDA loss was $120.3 million, compared with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $36.5 million in Q2 FY 2025. Adjusted EBITDA included costs tied to IonQ’s commercial relationship with SkyWater, and adjusted EBITDA loss would have been $95.6 million, excluding that spend. Adjusted EPS was a loss of $0.33, compared with an adjusted EPS loss of $0.08 in Q2 FY 2025. “Our second quarter 2026 revenue grew 287% year-on-year, driven by global deployments of our IonQ Tempo quantum computers, strong cloud utilization, and broad-based commercial momentum across our quantum platform,” said Inder Singh, COO and CFO of IonQ. IonQ Q2 FY 2026: Tempo Quantum Computers Drive Growth Ahead of SkyWater Integration Analyst Take: IonQ’s Q2 FY 2026 results show a company moving beyond a single quantum computing story into a broader quantum platform model. The quarter was shaped by deployed systems, higher international exposure, and a widening product base across compute, security, networking, sensing, and space-based communications. The SkyWater acquisition adds a manufacturing layer that will become central to IonQ’s supply chain strategy. The
Aug 7, 2026 · via futurumgroup.com
U.S. lawmakers are pushing to spend much more on quantum computing as the race with China becomes more serious. As a result, shares of Rigetti Computing (RGTI), D-Wave Quantum (QBTS), Quantum Computing Inc (QUBT), and IonQ (IONQ) jumped in Fridayâs trading. Interestingly, the House is expected to discuss a defense bill that would increase yearly military spending on quantum technology by 68% to $567 million. Claim 55% Off TipRanks QBTX: an alternative to margin or options on QBTS At the same time, the Trump administration has already announced plans to invest more than $2 billion directly into the industry. Washington is paying more attention because quantum computers could eventually solve certain problems much faster than todayâs computers. That could make them useful in areas such as drug research and finance. However, the same technology could also create a major security problem because powerful quantum computers may one day be able to break some of the encryption that protects banks and government information. Because of that risk, the U.S. government is treating quantum computing as both a business opportunity and a national-security issue. In fact, President Donald Trump signed an executive order in June to speed up quantum research. He also signed a separate order requiring federal agencies to prepare their computer systems for possible quantum-based cyberattacks in the future. China Is Spending Heavily Too Meanwhile, China is spending heavily too. The country has created a $10 billion National Laboratory for Quantum Information Sciences. Europe and the UK have also committed nearly three times as much public money to quantum technology as the U.S., according to Bloomberg, which is adding more pressure on Washington to move faster. As a result, quantum companies are getting more attention from policymakers. Still, investors remain cautious. Several pure-play quantum stocks have fallen sharply this year
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By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies, revised Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You can change your cookie settings through your browser. Visitors view a model of the fourth-generation Origin Wukong quantum computer at the World Manufacturing Convention, Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, September 22, 2025. /VCG Visitors view a model of the fourth-generation Origin Wukong quantum computer at the World Manufacturing Convention, Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, September 22, 2025. /VCG A Chinese research team has broken a long-standing bottleneck in superconducting quantum computing, managing to keep two-qubit gates fast without sacrificing accuracy. The team, jointly formed by Origin Quantum and the University of Science and Technology of China, proposed a scheme called the "parameter-space expansion controlled-Z (PSE-CZ) gate." The work has been published in the international physics journal Physical Review Letters, with experiments carried out on China's self-developed superconducting quantum computer "Origin Wukong." Quantum gates are the basic operations behind any quantum computation. For reliable results, they must combine ultra-high speed with ultra-high fidelity. For years, there was a trade-off: faster gates worsen waveform distortion and timing errors, hurting precision, while slower operations drag down overall performance. To address this, the team tested the PSE-CZ scheme on 20 pairs of two-qubit gates using Origin Wukong. Results showed the approach suppresses errors caused by short-time distortion, pushing gate performance closer to the dephasing limit. Even at extremely short gate times of 30 to 40 nanoseconds, PSE-CZ outperformed conventional CZ gates. The scheme is not limited to superconducting systems. It could extend to other platforms such as ion traps and solid-state spin qubits, promising faster and higher-fidelity quantum logic operations. Visitors view a model of the fourth-generation Origin Wukong quantum computer at the World Manufacturing Convention, Hefei, east China's Anhui Province, September 22,
Aug 7, 2026 · via news.cgtn.com
Global energy grids are under unprecedented stress as energy flows become more complex with the addition of intermittent energy sources and the artificial intelligence boom drives demand to new heights. Managing variable inflows and outflows of electricity while also keeping up with data center hyperscalers will require expanding and enhancing the grid at an unprecedented scale. “Modernizing the grid to make it ‘smarter’ and more resilient through the use of cutting-edge technologies, equipment, and controls that communicate and work together to deliver electricity more reliably and efficiently can greatly reduce the frequency and duration of power outages, reduce storm impacts, and restore service faster when outages occur,” the United States Department of Energy writes. “Utilities also benefit from a modernized grid, including improved security, reduced peak loads, increased integration of renewables, and lower operational costs.” The goal is to make the grid work smarter, not harder – and China thinks that the solution might be found in quantum mechanics. A team of researchers is working to apply quantum technologies in an exploratory project at a substation in Hefei, Anhui province in order to test how the approach could bolster grid resilience and reliability. The researchers are “using quantum sensors, secure communications and computing to detect faults, improve measurements and model grid operations,” according to a recent report from Interesting Engineering. The substation has been the testing site for a series of quantum technologies since its construction in 2024, including an 18-month trial of quantum sensors used to detect defects and issues within the power grid. By using quantum technologies, these sensors are capable of detecting weak electrical signals and minute shifts in temperature and humidity within the station’s switchgear room, thereby protecting the station’s equipment and potentially detecting and stopping power outages before they start. By researching and developing these
Aug 7, 2026 · via oilprice.com
75 Years of INFN. A Story of Research, Innovation and Community 7 August 2026 The Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare (INFN, National Institute for Nuclear Physics) was established on 8 August 1951, 75 years ago, by decree of the National Research Council. Building on the legacy of Enrico Fermi, the Institute was founded on a strong scientific tradition in order to continue, after the war, the research he had initiated in the 1930s together with his school, the Via Panisperna Boys. Marking this anniversary is also a dedicated postage stamp from the thematic series The Excellence of Italy’s Cultural Heritage, issued on 8 August 2026. This recognition pays tribute not only to the history of INFN, but also to the contribution of Italian fundamental physics, now represented by a community acknowledged among the most authoritative at the international level. INFN Foundation Act, 1951. Synchrotron, the first high-energy accelerator built in Italy at the INFN National Laboratories of Frascati. The history of INFN is the story of a community devoted to scientific research that, over the course of 75 years, has succeeded in transforming major questions about nature into new knowledge, technologies and infrastructures. From the construction of the first particle accelerators to participation in major international experiments, from the national laboratories to applications of fundamental research, it is the story of a community that builds the future of science and culture every day. The history of INFN is the subject of an editorial project that tells the story of the Institute’s people, discoveries and places through the website “INFN History”, which covers a century of history beginning in the 1920s (only Italian version) The story, however, continues into the present day From 2020 to the Present Day: The Future Is Built in the Present Results in Neutrino Physics Elusive and
Aug 7, 2026 · via infn.it
AI found a weakness in one of the world's most studied encryption systems — is your data under threat? No, AI hasn't cracked the encryption protecting your bank account. But experts say Anthropic's latest research could change how tomorrow's cryptography is tested. Artificial intelligence (AI) has helped uncover new weaknesses in two cryptographic systems, including a simplified version of the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) that underpins much of today's internet. While these headline-grabbing findings don't put anyone's passwords or bank accounts at immediate risk, experts say the research could mark the beginning of a new era in which AI becomes a powerful assistant for discovering flaws in the mathematical foundations of digital security. In a blog post published July 28, representatives from Anthropic's Frontier Red Team said Claude Mythos Preview independently developed new cryptanalytic techniques against two different targets: a version of AES-128, one of the world's most widely used encryption algorithms, and HAWK, an experimental post-quantum digital signature scheme currently being evaluated as part of the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) effort to standardize cryptography for the quantum computing age. It's tempting to interpret this news as AI cracking one of the internet's most important encryption algorithms, but the reality is less dramatic. Nonetheless, experts say the achievement could mark the start of a new age of digital security. The power of encryption AES protects huge amounts of everyday digital life, from encrypted websites and messaging apps to Wi-Fi networks and financial transactions. But the version Anthropic attacked wasn't the full AES-128 algorithm used in those systems. Instead, the researchers studied a seven-round version of AES, a deliberately weakened variant long used by cryptographers to test new attack techniques. The full AES-128 algorithm uses 10 rounds of encryption, while Anthropic's research focused on a seven-round version.
Aug 7, 2026 · via livescience.com
Key Points - IonQ’s stock has more than quadrupled since its market debut. - It’s still one of the best pure plays on the nascent quantum computing market. IonQ(NYSE: IONQ), an early mover in the nascent quantum computing market, went public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) on Oct. 1, 2021. Its stock started trading at $10.60, experienced wild swings, and now trades at about $43. Let's see why IonQ's stock more than quadrupled, and if it can maintain that momentum. Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again.In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue » Why did IonQ's stock soar? Quantum computers can process certain tasks much faster than classical computers, but they're also bigger, pricer, consume more power, and output a higher percentage of errors. But as these systems become smaller, more efficient, and more accurate, they can be used for a wider range of mainstream computing applications instead of niche government and research projects. Unlike older quantum systems, which accelerate electrons through superconducting loops to achieve a quantum state, IonQ traps and manipulates individual ions with tiny lasers. That ion-powered process generally has a higher gate fidelity (accuracy) than older electron-based systems, and it doesn't require the entire quantum system to be cryogenically cooled. Those improvements helped IonQ secure more commercial and government contracts. The rapid growth of its government business also prompted it to create a new unit, IonQ Federal, to handle all of those contracts last year. IonQ has launched four quantum systems to date, which it sells and leases to research institutions. Still, most of its revenue comes from its
Aug 7, 2026 · via theglobeandmail.com
IonQ, D-Wave Quantum, Quantum Computing, Quantinuum, and Horizon Quantum Computing Pte. are the seven Quantum Computing stocks to watch today, according to MarketBeat's stock screener tool. Quantum computing stocks are shares of publicly traded companies that develop quantum computers, related hardware and software, or enabling technologies and services. For investors, these stocks represent exposure to the potential growth of quantum computing, but they may also carry substantial risks due to early-stage technology, high research costs, uncertain commercialization timelines, and significant volatility. These companies had the highest dollar trading volume of any Quantum Computing stocks within the last several days. IonQ (IONQ) IonQ, Inc. engages in the development of general-purpose quantum computing systems in the United States. It sells access to quantum computers of various qubit capacities. The company makes access to its quantum computers through cloud platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) Amazon Braket, Microsoft's Azure Quantum, and Google's Cloud Marketplace, as well as through its cloud service. Read Our Latest Research Report on IONQ D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) D-Wave Quantum Inc. develops and delivers quantum computing systems, software, and services worldwide. The company offers Advantage, a fifth-generation quantum computer; Ocean, a suite of open-source python tools; and Leap, a cloud-based service that provides real-time access to a live quantum computer, as well as access to Advantage, hybrid solvers, the Ocean software development kit, live code, demos, learning resources, and a vibrant developer community. Read Our Latest Research Report on QBTS Quantum Computing (QUBT) Quantum Computing Inc., an integrated photonics company, offers accessible and affordable quantum machines. The company offers Dirac systems are portable, low power, and room temperature qubit and qudit entropy quantum computers (EQC); reservoir computing; remote sensing; and single photon imaging. It also provides Quantum random number generator (uQRNG), a portable device that provides genuine random numbers
Aug 7, 2026 · via marketbeat.com
Frost & Sullivan has recognized DigiCert as a top-tier digital trust leader [1], validating its position in PKI and intelligent trust infrastructure at a moment when cybersecurity budgets are broadly expanding [2]. Quantum-safe encryption [2] and machine identity management [2] rank among buyers' top security initiatives, placing DigiCert's offerings squarely in the path of accelerating demand. What is Covered in this Article - Frost & Sullivan recognition and what it signals for DigiCert's market positioning [1][1] - Cybersecurity budget expansion and the tailwinds benefiting digital trust vendors [2] - Quantum-safe encryption and machine identity as top enterprise security priorities [2][2] - Vendor consolidation dynamics and how trust credentials influence buyer decisions [2][2] The News: DigiCert announced it has earned top-tier recognition from Frost & Sullivan in the firm's evaluation of the digital trust market [1]. The designation affirms DigiCert's standing as a global leader in intelligent trust, a portfolio built around digital certificates, PKI, and broader trust infrastructure [1]. The recognition arrives as enterprise security buyers face compounding pressures: expanding attack surfaces, regulatory compliance requirements, and the looming transition to post-quantum cryptography. The recognition serves as a meaningful signal of competitive differentiation in a market where vendor credibility carries real purchase weight [2]. DigiCert's Frost & Sullivan Recognition Arrives at the Right Moment Analyst Take: DigiCert's Frost & Sullivan recognition is more than a marketing credential. It lands at a moment when buyer behavior is shifting in ways that directly reward established, compliance-validated trust platforms [2][1]. With 73% of organizations expecting cybersecurity budgets to grow over the next 12 months [2], the demand environment is favorable, and DigiCert's analyst-validated positioning gives it a credible entry point into consolidating enterprise accounts. Budget Tailwinds Create a Receptive Market The macroeconomic backdrop for digital trust vendors is constructive. According to the Futurum Group
Aug 7, 2026 · via futurumgroup.com
IQM Quantum Computers Plc (Nasdaq: IQMX; Nasdaq Helsinki: IQMX.HE) has released its financial results for the first half (H1) and second quarter (Q2) ended June 30, 2026. This release marks IQM’s inaugural earnings report following its dual-listing milestone in July 2026 as the first European pure-play quantum computing company on Nasdaq and Nasdaq Helsinki. To support tracking alongside US peers, the table below displays the raw reported Euros (€) figures alongside their approximate United States Dollars (USD) equivalents based on an exchange rate of €1.00 = $1.15 USD. | Amounts in €M (except per share) | Q2 2026 (€) | Q2 2026 (USD) | Q2 2025 (€) | H1 2026 (€) | H1 2026 (USD) | H1 2025 (€) | % YoY (H1 €) | | Revenue | €6.68 | $7.68 | €5.23 | €8.87 | $10.20 | €6.03 | +47.0% | | Gross Profit | €3.06 | $3.52 | €2.08 | €3.60 | $4.14 | €2.41 | +49.7% | | Operating Expenses | €35.54 | $40.87 | €17.62 | €67.30 | $77.40 | €34.98 | +92.4% | | Operating Loss | (€30.90) | ($35.54) | (€14.95) | (€60.54) | ($69.62) | (€31.64) | +91.3% | | Net Loss | (€36.55) | (€42.03) | (€15.01) | (€74.90) | ($86.14) | (€34.58) | +116.6% | | Cash and Short-Term Investments | — | — | — | €118.88* | $136.71* | €147.42 (12/31/25) | -19.4%* | *Note: Cash and Short-Term Investments as of June 30, 2026, includes €113.42M in cash and cash equivalents plus €5.46M in current other financial assets. Sequentially, this is compared to the December 31, 2025 baseline (€146.54M cash + €0.88M short-term financial assets = €147.42M). Following the post-period close of the business combination on July 1, 2026, IQM’s pro-forma cash balance expanded to €309.4M ($337.2M USD). Financial
Aug 7, 2026 · via quantumcomputingreport.com
Horizon Quantum Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ: HQ) has reported its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. Highlights of the quarter include a major capital injection from public warrant exercises, early access availability for its flagship programming language Beryllium, and the strategic expansion of its quantum hardware testbed into Europe. Because the company completed its SPAC merger with dMY Squared Technology Group on March 19, 2026, financial metrics prior to that date reflect Horizon Quantum Computing Pte. Ltd., while subsequent periods reflect Horizon Quantum Holdings Ltd. The table below summarizes key GAAP financial metrics for Q2 2026 compared with the prior quarter (Q1 2026) and the year-ago quarter (Q2 2025). | Amounts in $M | Q2’2026 | Q1’2026 | Q2’2025 | % vs Q1’2026 | % vs Q2’2025 | | Revenue | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | — | -100.0% | | Operating Expenses | $7.18 | $6.50 | $2.78 | +10.5% | +158.3% | | Operating Loss | ($7.18) | ($6.50) | ($2.74) | +10.5% | +162.0% | | Net Loss | ($115.23) | ($3.56) | ($2.90) | +3,136.8% | +3,873.4% | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | $113.25 | $96.60 | $0.71 | +17.2% | +15,932.4% | Financial Results and Warrant Cash Infusion Horizon Quantum’s cash position was significantly fortified during the second quarter. The company received $27.5 million in gross proceeds from the exercise of 2.4 million publicly traded warrants (HQWWW) during Q2. Subsequent to quarter-end, as of August 3, 2026, total warrant exercises reached approximately 2.5 million (79% of total outstanding public warrants), bringing cumulative gross proceeds to $28.7 million. This cash inflow elevated total cash and cash equivalents to $113.25 million as of June 30, 2026, up $16.65 million from $96.60 million at the end of Q1 2026. Reported GAAP Net Loss
Aug 7, 2026 · via quantumcomputingreport.com