Michael Saylor, chairman of Strategy, urged the Bitcoin community to prioritise unity over internal disputes. On June 21 local time, blockchain outlet U.Today reported Saylor as saying the community should focus on opportunity rather than criticism that divides it, as Bitcoin enters the next stage of global adoption. Saylor said Bitcoin holders are effectively aligned on most important issues, from core values and philosophy to its origins. He said, "Bitcoiners agree on the 99 percent that matters" and "we shouldn’t let the 1 percent divide us." He added, "Nearly all global capital has yet to enter Bitcoin’s monetary network," stressing that the value of the opportunity is greater than the argument. The remarks come as debate continues across the Bitcoin ecosystem over how to respond to the threat posed by quantum computers. Saylor said such discussions may be necessary but should not obscure Bitcoin’s bigger goals. Within the community, views differ over the potential impact of quantum computers on Bitcoin security and the implementation plan to address it. At the centre of the debate is Bitcoin’s so-called quantum problem. Views differ even among top cryptographers, and Google Quantum AI research that shook the Bitcoin community in March suggested that a sufficiently powerful quantum computer could derive a private key from a public key in about 9 minutes. Discussion has since focused on about 6.9 million BTC held in addresses with exposed public keys and the lack of a post-quantum transition plan for Bitcoin. Market attention has moved beyond technical concern to how existing holders’ assets could be transferred safely in practice. One option being cited is BIP-361, proposed by developer Jameson Lopp and others. The proposal would allow holders, even after a set transfer deadline, to prove ownership through a quantum-resistant proof method without exposing their keys. PACT, proposed by
Jun 22, 2026 · via digitaltoday.co.kr
Why Singapore SMEs cannot wait for quantum cyber risk to arrive before securing data By Tony OngSMEs need to treat migration as a staged process rather than a one-time upgrade. If you’re a business operating with any form of sensitive data in Singapore, chances are you’ve already been breached – with or without your knowledge. Cybersecurity is already difficult enough for SMEs in Singapore. Businesses are managing a variety of software, juggling between cloud tools, vendor and payroll systems, customer databases, and the like, often with lean IT teams and limited budgets. But now that quantum computing is a reality staring us in the face, imagine the exponential damage bad actors with malicious intent can do with these “supercomputers.” Quantum is not just a distant concern reserved for governments, banks, and global tech giants anymore. Whilst quantum computers are not breaking business systems today, most if not all current encryption methods may become vulnerable once the technology matures. This creates a problem that businesses cannot simply postpone, because sensitive data can be stolen now and decrypted later. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has warned that organisations should start planning for post-quantum cryptography now, especially for high-value, long-lived sensitive data, because cryptographic transitions will take time. This matters for SMEs more than many realise, as current encryption standards are to be deprecated by 2030 and phased out by 2035. Not all valuable data loses relevance after a few months. Supplier pricing, customer records, contracts, HR information, technical drawings, product specifications, financing documents, and operational data can remain sensitive for years. A breach today puts these at risk for years to come. This is why quantum security should be treated as a business resilience issue, not just an IT issue. And the global cyber environment is also adding to
Jun 22, 2026 · via sbr.com.sg
▲AI PRISM* Customized Economic Briefing *Editor's Note: 'AI PRISM' (Personalized Report & Insight Summarizing Media) is an "artificial intelligence (AI)-based customized news recommendation and summary service" developed with support from the Korea Press Foundation. It selects and provides six customized news items by reader type. [Key Issue Briefing] ■ Rise of the CAIO and AI Organizational Transformation: As the era of AI agents arrives, the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) is rapidly spreading as a core position at global companies. A survey by IBM Korea of 40 domestic company CEOs found that all respondents said the CAIO's role is important, and that 65% of domestic companies already have a CAIO. ■ Modular Housing Market Showdown: LG Electronics (066570) has entered the global modular housing market in earnest, forming strategic partnerships in succession with Sweden's SIBS and Australia's Greater Homes. The market is expected to grow to $140.8 billion (about 216 trillion won) by 2029. Samsung Electronics (005930) has also thrown down the gauntlet by launching the "Samsung AI Modular Home," heating up the competition for leadership between the two major home appliance makers. ■ Intensifying Race for Quantum Computing Supremacy: Peter DeSantis, Amazon's Chief AI Officer (senior vice president), said that fully commercial quantum computers will emerge within the next five to seven years. As big tech companies including Google, Microsoft and IBM competitively jump in, the battle for technological supremacy with China—which is responding with concentrated national-level investment—is beginning in earnest. [News of Interest to Corporate CEOs] 1. Global CAIOs: "Give AI Oversight Roles Instead of Cutting New Hires" - Key Summary: With the arrival of the AI agent era, the Chief AI Officer (CAIO), who spreads AI throughout the company and drives tangible results, is drawing attention. Toby Walsh, chief scientist at the AI Institute of the University of
Jun 22, 2026 · via en.sedaily.com
Guest post by Zeynep Koruturk, Dr. Kris Naudts, & Donald Harmitt of Firgun Ventures and Professor Bob Coecke of Relational Intelligence Limited Few questions in the quantum sector are asked more often, or answered more loosely, than how many qubits a useful quantum computer will require. Press releases announce systems with hundreds of qubits, then thousands, and the implicit suggestion is that the field is approaching a finish line. The reality is more nuanced, and arguably more interesting. It is not as black and white as saying there is a single number of qubits that makes a quantum computer “useful”. The right number depends entirely on what you want the machine to do, on which type of machine you are using, and on how cleverly the underlying problem has been formulated. Not all quantum bits (or qubits) are created equal. A qubit is the basic building block of a quantum computer, the equivalent of a bit in a classical machine, but qubits are fragile and error prone. To do any serious computation, many physical qubits must be bundled together to create one reliable “logical qubit” through a process called quantum error correction. The ratio between the two, depending on the technology and the target error rate, can range from roughly 2 to 1 at the optimistic end to over 2,000 to 1 at the demanding end. Rather than asking how many qubits quantum computing needs in the abstract, we instead reframe the question to how many qubits each specific application needs on each specific type of machine and then organise the answers into three broad bands of ambition and difficulty. Why Qubit Numbers Sometimes Mislead A small chemistry calculation might need only a few dozen highly reliable qubits. Breaking modern encryption or proving advantage on hard optimisation problems (finding the
Jun 22, 2026 · via quantumcomputingreport.com
The British company selling quantum-safe encryption as software rather than building quantum computers. This is its commercial history, from a 2017 startup through a turbulent public debut. Arqit Quantum (Nasdaq: ARQQ) is the cybersecurity outlier of the public quantum sector, a British company that sells quantum-safe encryption as software rather than building quantum computers at all. Founded in London in 2017, it went public early in the quantum SPAC wave and then weathered a hard reset of its ambitions. This is the commercial history of Arqit, from a satellite-backed encryption dream to a focused software business. What the company does Arqit sells software that creates quantum-safe encryption keys, meaning keys designed to resist attack even by a future quantum computer. Its platform lets devices generate shared symmetric keys on demand, which the company positions as a simpler alternative to managing complex public-key infrastructure. Customers are telecommunications firms, governments and enterprises worried about long-term data security. The threat Arqit addresses is real and widely accepted, often summarised as harvest now, decrypt later, where adversaries store encrypted data today to break once quantum computers mature. Arqit’s answer is symmetric key agreement delivered as a service. That focus on cryptography, not hardware, sets it apart from every other company in this set. Because it sells software rather than machines, Arqit’s business looks more like a conventional cybersecurity vendor than a quantum hardware maker. Its costs are lower, its product can be deployed over existing networks, and its addressable market is every organisation that needs to protect data for the long term. The trade-off is that it competes in a crowded security market where buyers have many quantum-safe options to choose from. Because it sells software rather than machines, Arqit’s business looks more like a conventional cybersecurity vendor than a quantum-hardware maker. Its costs
Jun 22, 2026 · via quantumzeitgeist.com
Ethereum Researchers Propose Quantum-Resistant Key Registry to Secure Network Share: BitcoinWorld Ethereum Researchers Propose Quantum-Resistant Key Registry to Secure Network Ethereum researchers, including prominent contributors Thomas Coratger and Justin Drake, have proposed a new design for a key registry that could serve as the first concrete step toward making the Ethereum network resistant to attacks from quantum computers. The proposal, reported by The Defiant, addresses a growing concern in the blockchain industry: the eventual ability of quantum computers to break the cryptographic keys that currently secure billions of dollars in digital assets. Why Quantum Resistance Matters for Ethereum Quantum computers, once sufficiently advanced, could theoretically break the Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) and BLS (Boneh-Lynn-Shacham) signature schemes that underpin Ethereum’s security. This would allow an attacker to derive private keys from public ones, potentially stealing funds or disrupting validator operations. While large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers are likely years away, the Ethereum research community has begun proactive planning to ensure the network can transition smoothly before such a threat materializes. The Proposed Solution: A Post-Quantum Key Registry The research team’s proposal introduces a ‘PQ key registry’ (post-quantum key registry) that would allow validators to register new, quantum-resistant public keys while continuing to use their existing BLS-based keys for current operations. This dual-key approach is conceptually similar to issuing a more secure form of identification that is held in reserve until it is needed. The registry would be a smart contract on Ethereum that stores these new keys, ensuring transparency and decentralization. Two-Phase Transition Plan The transition is designed to occur in two distinct phases. In the first phase, validators voluntarily register their quantum-resistant keys. This phase imposes no immediate change to network operations. The second phase would be triggered once a supermajority of validators have registered their new keys. At
Jun 21, 2026 · via cryptorank.io
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Jun 21, 2026 · via youtube.com
Two independent research teams published peer-reviewed papers this week confirming that IBM's Nighthawk quantum processor can handle real problem classes at the frontier of two unrelated fields: simulating the strong nuclear force that binds quarks inside protons, and optimizing the detection of network traffic attacks. The results, coordinated through the RPI–IBM Future of Computing Research Collaboration and announced June 20 by the Quantum Computing Report, were obtained without direct engineering involvement from IBM — making them the strongest independent signal yet that Nighthawk can support meaningful quantum workloads as the company's end-of-2026 quantum advantage deadline approaches. What makes the QCD result particularly significant is not that Nighthawk was faster than a classical computer — it was not tested on that basis — but that it successfully represented and measured a class of problem that classical hardware cannot accurately encode at all in full generality. Quantum chromodynamics calculations at low energies involve quark confinement, a regime where classical approximation methods break down entirely. A quantum processor that produces physically correct results in this domain, even in a controlled two-dimensional model, has entered territory classical hardware never fully occupies. Mapping the Strong Force to a Quantum Chip The particle physics study, a collaboration among Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Stony Brook University, the University of Washington, and Brookhaven National Laboratory, targeted a solvable two-dimensional version of quantum chromodynamics — the branch of physics that describes how quarks are bound together by gluons into protons, neutrons, and other hadrons. In the large-N limit of two-dimensional QCD, baryons emerge as topological solitons — stable, localized disturbances in a mesonic field — rather than as composite quark assemblies. The research team exploited this structure to reformulate the nucleon-antinucleon interaction as an XXZ spin-chain model, a class of problem that Nighthawk's architecture can natively represent qubit-for-qubit using Jordan-Wigner
Jun 21, 2026 · via techtimes.com
It looks like an old PC, but this bleeding-edge 'server' may well save us from hackers causing chaos in a post-quantum computing world — 4.1Gb/s 'rackable' quantum random number generator brings entropy to the data center Q-Dice generates randomness that hackers cannot predict or reverse - Fraunhofer introduces quantum random generator targeting future cryptographic security challenges - Q-Dice uses vacuum fluctuations instead of software algorithms for randomness - New system delivers over 4 Gbit/s quantum-generated random number output As concerns grow about the security implications of future quantum computers, researchers continue searching for stronger sources of cryptographic protection. One critical requirement involves generating truly unpredictable random numbers that can withstand increasingly sophisticated attacks against modern digital systems. Fraunhofer IPMS has now introduced a new quantum random number generator designed specifically for security-sensitive environments and high-throughput infrastructure deployments. Quantum randomness replaces reliance on conventional algorithms The system, known as Q-Dice, generates random numbers using quantum vacuum fluctuations rather than conventional software algorithms that may contain weaknesses. According to Fraunhofer IPMS, the technology delivers randomness at speeds exceeding 4 Gbit/s, with the hardware appliance rated at 4.1 Gbit/s. Random number generation forms a fundamental component of encryption, authentication, secure communications, and access control systems throughout modern digital infrastructure. Weak or predictable randomness can undermine otherwise robust security mechanisms, creating opportunities for attackers to exploit cryptographic vulnerabilities. Sign up to the TechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Because Q-Dice randomness originates from quantum vacuum fluctuations rather than a mathematical formula, there is no underlying pattern for hackers to study. This means no seed value exists for attackers to calculate, predict, or reverse engineer, regardless of available computing power. Fraunhofer IPMS says Q-Dice derives entropy from inherently unpredictable quantum effects, producing outputs
Jun 21, 2026 · via techradar.com
Researchers from Duke University and IonQ announced Friday that they had produced a maximally entangled quantum state shared simultaneously across three separate, spatially isolated trapped-ion modules — a result that validates the photonic interconnect strategy at the heart of modular quantum computing and closes, for the first time in any fully distributed system, a key loophole in tests of quantum non-locality. The paper appeared June 15 on arXiv, where the team describes achieving state fidelity between 84.1% and 88.1% at a generation rate of 0.095 events per second — the highest fidelity and fastest rate ever reported for remote tripartite entanglement using photonic links. The single most important thing a technically literate reader gets from this article is a confirmed answer to a question that has defined quantum networking research for the past decade: can individually addressable, scalable atomic qubits be entangled across three separate hardware nodes without requiring local two-qubit gate operations or post-selection? As of June 20, 2026, the answer is yes. What Distinguishes This Result From Prior Three-Node Work Three-node entanglement has been demonstrated before, but in platforms that carry a fundamental scaling limitation. In 2021, a Dutch team led by Ronald Hanson at Delft University entangled three nitrogen-vacancy centers in diamond at a GHZ fidelity of 54%, using local gate operations at a central node. In 2019, Chinese researchers produced a GHZ state in atomic ensembles at a fidelity of 71%, using a rate below 0.002 events per second and relying on the fair-sampling assumption. Both results required either a hybrid architecture — where one node performed local two-qubit gates to mediate the tripartite entanglement — or a platform where individual qubits cannot be independently controlled, detected, and replicated at scale. The Duke–IonQ experiment uses none of those crutches. Each of the three nodes contains a
Jun 21, 2026 · via techtimes.com
Global inflation twists, central banks leaning tighter for longer, and energy and geopolitical tension have made it harder to feel confident about where to put fresh capital. One theme that cuts through that noise is founder-led companies, where leaders often hold substantial personal stakes and think in decades, not quarters. The Founder-Led Companies screener focuses your search on businesses where decision makers are heavily invested in their own track record. In this article, you will see 3 stocks from that screener that stand out as practical candidates for investors who want management teams deeply tied to long term outcomes. Lightspeed Commerce (TSX:LSPD) Overview: Lightspeed Commerce provides cloud-based software and payments tools that help retailers, restaurants, golf courses and other merchants run their businesses, from point of sale and inventory to online ordering, loyalty and payments. Its platform aims to give smaller operators the kind of integrated, omni-channel setup that large chains use to manage operations and connect with customers across in store and online channels. Operations: Lightspeed generates about US$1.23b in revenue primarily from software and programming, with most sales coming from the United States, followed by other international markets, Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom. Market Cap: CA$1.83b Lightspeed Commerce sits at the intersection of cloud software and digital payments, with over US$1.2b in annual revenue tied to recurring subscriptions and transaction fees. However, the stock trades well below Simply Wall St's DCF estimate and many analyst targets. The business is focusing on AI driven product upgrades and a growing payments mix. In addition, a new CTO hire and ongoing share buybacks indicate management confidence in its direction and valuation. At the same time, consistent losses, heavier reliance on external borrowing and intense competition from larger payment and POS providers mean execution needs to improve. For founder-led investors, the
Jun 21, 2026 · via simplywall.st
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has reignited discussion within the Bitcoin community after suggesting that dormant Bitcoin holdings, including wallets believed to belong to Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, could eventually be frozen if they remain vulnerable to quantum computing attacks. Speaking on the Galaxy Brains podcast with Galaxy Research head Alex Thorn, CZ presented the idea as a question for the broader Bitcoin community rather than a proposal he personally intends to implement. He later clarified that reports claiming he wanted to freeze Satoshi’s Bitcoin for a year misrepresented his comments. The debate follows growing concerns about quantum computing and its potential impact on Bitcoin security. Earlier this year, Google Quantum AI released research indicating that future quantum computers may be able to break the cryptographic systems protecting digital signatures with fewer than 500,000 qubits, significantly reducing previous estimates. Security experts warn that Bitcoin addresses with exposed public keys could become targets for quantum attacks. If a sufficiently powerful quantum computer emerges, attackers could theoretically derive private keys and gain access to funds stored in vulnerable wallets. Transitioning Bitcoin to quantum-resistant cryptography is considered the long-term solution, but implementing such changes across the network could take years. According to estimates, more than one-third of Bitcoin’s supply has already revealed public keys on-chain. This includes the roughly 1.1 million BTC believed to have been mined by Satoshi Nakamoto between 2009 and 2010. At current market prices, those holdings are valued at approximately $70 billion. CZ’s comments align with ideas proposed in BIP-361, a draft proposal that would gradually restrict transactions from quantum-vulnerable addresses before ultimately invalidating legacy signatures. Supporters argue that locking vulnerable coins may prevent theft, while critics view any forced restriction as a violation of Bitcoin’s principle that ownership cannot be altered without a private key. The issue remains
Jun 21, 2026 · via tokenpost.com
The photonics-first contrarian of the public quantum sector, building room-temperature optical machines and the chips behind them. This is its commercial history and how the QUBT business works. QCi, formally Quantum Computing Inc (Nasdaq: QUBT), is the photonics-first contrarian of the public quantum sector. Rather than chase superconducting or trapped-ion qubits, it builds room-temperature optical machines and the photonic chips behind them, and it owns a foundry to make them. This is the commercial history of QCi, from an obscure shell company to a Nasdaq name with its own thin-film lithium niobate fabrication plant. What the company does Quantum Computing Inc, known as QCi, designs photonic quantum machines and the integrated optical chips that power them. Its systems use light moving through engineered chips rather than supercooled superconducting circuits, which the company argues allows room-temperature operation and lower energy use. The product line spans optimisation machines, photonic sensors and quantum networking hardware. QCi also sells foundry services, making thin-film lithium niobate photonic chips for itself and for outside customers. That dual role, product company and chip manufacturer, is unusual in the sector. It lets QCi pitch both finished machines and the building blocks that other photonics developers need. The company frames its approach as practical and affordable, arguing that photonic machines can run in ordinary server rooms without the heavy cryogenics that superconducting and trapped-ion systems require. That positioning is central to its sales pitch, which targets buyers who want quantum and advanced-optics capability without building specialised facilities. Whether the performance matches that promise is the question its critics keep asking. The company frames its appeal as practical and affordable, arguing that photonic machines can run in ordinary server rooms without heavy cryogenics. That positioning targets buyers who want quantum and advanced-optics capability without building specialised facilities. It is a
Jun 21, 2026 · via quantumzeitgeist.com
AI CERTS 16 hours ago IonQ Clavis XG Boosts Quantum Network Security on Metro Fiber Therefore, operators avoid expensive dark-fiber builds and civil works. Additionally, the product arrives when 61% of firms fear harvest-now, decrypt-later attacks. Robust Quantum Network Security planning must therefore start now. This article unpacks the market drivers, technology details, and deployment implications. Moreover, readers gain practical next steps, including certification resources for deeper expertise. In contrast, many rivals still require dedicated links for secure photons. Subsequently, Clavis XG stands out as a compatibility play. Quantum Market Drivers Today Global spending on quantum communication reached almost one billion dollars in 2023. Furthermore, McKinsey projects the segment to hit up to 14.9 billion dollars by 2035, implying 23% CAGR. Consequently, boards now allocate budget for futureproof encryption layers. Key data points underline the urgency: - 61% of organizations cite harvest-now, decrypt-later as a top worry (Thales 2026). - Typical QKD key rates hover around 1–3 kbps across 100–200 km fiber spans. - Market analysts expect QKD to command a major share of Quantum Network Security spending. - Telecom and finance hubs are prioritizing metro networks for early pilots. These figures reveal a fast-maturing market requiring scalable solutions. However, hardware costs and fiber compatibility concerns still hinder adoption. Therefore, Clavis XG merits closer examination. Clavis XG Product Overview IonQ integrated ID Quantique technology to build the new appliance. Additionally, Clavis XG Multiplex sends QKD keys and classical traffic over the same wavelength-division multiplexed strand. Consequently, operators can retrofit existing metro networks instead of provisioning dark fiber. Unified Quantum-Safe Stack Insights However, hardware alone is insufficient for operational rollouts. The company pairs Clavis with Clarion KX software to orchestrate keys for Quantum Network Security while addressing post-quantum risk. Moreover, the stack logs key health and automates failover, easing audits. Clavis
Jun 20, 2026 · via aicerts.ai
Singaporean brothers use unsolvable maths equations to build modern, unbreakable encryption Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox SINGAPORE – Lim Meng Liang, 38, spends most of his time solving the impossible. As a specialist in Diophantine equations – notoriously complex mathematical problems famous for having no solutions – Lim operates in a field most regarded as academic and esoteric. But when he secured his first US patent in 2022 for novel methods to exploit these unsolvable equations to encrypt data, he created a cryptographic wall that is practically unbreakable for hackers. “I could have just framed the patent and kept it on the wall,” said the National University of Singapore (NUS) applied mathematics alumnus, who runs his own investment firm. “But after some hard thinking and discussions with my brother, we decided to do something with it.” In 2023, Lim joined forces with his older brother Ken Lin – who quit his 15-year finance career – to found Aires Applied Quantum Technology. The brothers have different surnames due to an error made by their parents when registering Lin’s birth certificate. The start-up, which has secured more than US$2 million (S$2.6 million) from private investors and local agencies such as Enterprise Singapore, is now actively looking to list in markets such as the US, Singapore or Japan to raise “an eight-digit figure” to market its product globally. Its flagship product developed over the last three years, LionGuard, is a mobile app that encrypts files stored on devices or in the cloud or networks. With a monthly subscription of $388 per user, it is designed to be a fuss-free tool to protect enterprises and users from cyberthreats enabled by quantum computers. Quantum computers, which experts project to generate no errors by 2030, are tipped to be able to
Jun 20, 2026 · via straitstimes.com
Scientists Achieve First Entanglement of Three Remote Atomic Qubits in Quantum Network Duke University and IonQ create first three-node quantum network. Researchers from Duke University and IonQ have announced the creation of the first fully distributed three-node quantum network based on individual atomic qubits, according to Quantum Computing Report. The team successfully formed a tripartite entangled state, known as the Greenberger–Horne–Zeilinger state, among three remote quantum nodes connected by photonic channels. What Happened Quantum entanglement allows multiple particles to remain connected regardless of the distance between them. A change in the state of one particle instantly affects the state of others, making this effect a cornerstone for future quantum networks and the quantum internet. Previously, scientists demonstrated entanglement between two remote quantum nodes and even three-node networks on other physical platforms. However, this is the first time such a result has been achieved with individual atomic qubits, which can be independently controlled, read, and scaled for building computational systems. Why It Matters The main challenge of quantum computers is scalability. Building a large quantum processor is extremely difficult due to errors and hardware limitations. As a result, many developers are focusing on a modular architecture: instead of one giant computer, a network of many quantum nodes connected by photons is created. This approach is reminiscent of the development of the classical internet, where computing resources are distributed among many servers. The new experiment is a step in this direction. Researchers demonstrated that individual atomic memories could form a shared quantum state through photonic connections while maintaining high accuracy in quantum operations. During the experiment, the scientists achieved a fidelity of the entangled state at 84–88% and for the first time closed the so-called “detection loophole” for a fully distributed multipartite quantum state. Additionally, the results confirmed the violation of Mermin’s
Jun 20, 2026 · via forklog.com
AMD is accelerating progress in quantum simulation. This advancement highlights the potential of a hybrid approach to quantum computing, combining classical and quantum processing power. The company’s adaptive portfolio extends beyond raw processing with Kria System-on-Modules, including the KD240 Drive Starter Kit, KV260 Vision AI Starter Kit, and KR260 Robotics Starter Kit, offering readily deployable, application-specific solutions. AMD’s broad range of adaptive SoC and FPGA technologies positions it as a key player in delivering specialized acceleration for diverse workloads, from data centers to edge computing and increasingly complex quantum challenges. AMD’s Role in Hybrid Quantum Architectures AMD is accelerating progress in quantum simulation and establishing the infrastructure for hybrid quantum-classical computing systems. While quantum processors receive significant attention, the company emphasizes the essential, and often underestimated, contribution of classical high-performance computing (HPC) to realizing quantum’s potential. AMD views the future as a convergence of quantum, HPC, and artificial intelligence, with its own technologies positioned at the critical intersection. For years, progress in quantum computing remained largely confined to laboratory settings; however, a shift is underway, fueled by substantial investment from governments and enterprises recognizing its strategic importance. The recent announcement by the Department of Commerce of over $2 billion in quantum computing and manufacturing initiatives underscores a growing confidence in the technology’s impending practical impact and the need for a robust domestic ecosystem. AMD asserts that this future will be built on hybrid architectures, leveraging the strengths of both quantum and classical systems. The company states that “Quantum won’t replace classical computing; it will accelerate it through a hybrid architecture,” highlighting its long-standing commitment to providing the necessary classical foundation. AMD’s portfolio, encompassing CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs, adaptive SoCs, networking solutions, and open-source software, is designed to address the diverse needs of developing and scaling next-generation quantum systems. Current quantum workloads
Jun 20, 2026 · via quantumzeitgeist.com
| Professor Nguyễn Thị Thanh Mai, chancellor of VNU-HCM, speaks at the national scientific conference on quantum technology in HCM City on June 19. — Photos courtesy of VNU-HCM | HCM CITY — Việt Nam must urgently build an autonomous national quantum capability to protect its digital sovereignty against future decryption threats, experts said at a major national scientific conference in HCM City on June 19. The conference called "Quantum technology in the new era: International trends, opportunities, and requirements for Việt Nam", was co-hosted by Vietnam National University-HCM City (VNU-HCM) and the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST). It brought together top policymakers, scientists, and representatives from the ministries of public security and national defence to chart a strategic roadmap for the country. Speaking at the conference, Professor Nguyễn Thị Thanh Mai, chancellor of VNU-HCM, said quantum technology has rapidly evolved from academic theory into a critical national security asset. "The question is no longer whether quantum technology should be a priority, but how Việt Nam can develop the speed, foundation, and autonomy to master this field, reduce external dependencies, and integrate deeply into the global value chain," she said. Delegates warned of a pressing non-traditional security risk known as the "harvest now, decrypt later" strategy, where malicious actors intercept and store encrypted data today to decrypt it once quantum computers become sufficiently powerful. Because of this, experts urged that developing post-quantum cryptography and protecting national digital infrastructure must begin immediately. To eliminate fragmented investments and maximise resources, the conference introduced a proposed "Hub-and-Nodes" strategic network architecture for the 2026-45 period. Under this framework, a single national centre will act as the coordinating ‘hub’ to manage and distribute resources to five specialised ‘nodes’: the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of National Defence, VNU-Hà Nội, VNU-HCM, and VAST.
Jun 20, 2026 · via vietnamnews.vn
Changpeng Zhao Proposes Freezing Satoshi’s Bitcoin to Counter Quantum Computing Threat Share: Binance founder Changpeng Zhao proposed freezing or removing the roughly one million Bitcoin (≈5% of supply) attributed to Satoshi Nakamoto after a quantum-resistant crypto upgrade, with a suggested 6–12 month grace period for any legitimate owner to move funds. He described quantum computing as a manageable but long-term threat (most experts estimate 10–15 years) and emphasized that any protocol change must follow broad community consensus to preserve crypto security. The idea is highly contentious for governance and decentralization and would create a permanent supply shock with major market implications, so debate over adoption, protocol upgrades and market risk will intensify. BitcoinWorld Changpeng Zhao Proposes Freezing Satoshi’s Bitcoin to Counter Quantum Computing Threat Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has ignited a fresh debate within the cryptocurrency community by proposing that the roughly one million Bitcoin believed to be controlled by Satoshi Nakamoto should be frozen or removed from circulation after a quantum-resistant network upgrade. In a recent podcast interview, Zhao addressed growing concerns about quantum computing’s potential to break Bitcoin’s cryptographic security, arguing that while the threat is not immediate, proactive measures are necessary to prevent an unfair seizure of the dormant coins. Quantum Computing: A Manageable Risk, Not a Fatal Blow Zhao emphasized that quantum computing does not pose an existential threat to Bitcoin itself. The network can be upgraded with quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms, a process that would require broad community consensus. He described the risk as manageable, provided the industry acts before quantum computers become powerful enough to crack existing encryption standards. The timeline for such a threat remains uncertain, with most experts estimating it is at least a decade away, but Zhao argued that planning should begin now. The Satoshi Nakamoto Dilemma The most contentious part of
Jun 20, 2026 · via cryptorank.io
This simple twist could bring quantum computers closer to reality By simply twisting atom-thin layers, scientists gained remarkable control over quantum light sourcesâbringing practical quantum technologies a step closer. - Date: - June 20, 2026 - Source: - University of Technology Sydney - Summary: - Researchers found that twisting layered sheets of hexagonal boron nitride can dramatically change the light produced by quantum emitters embedded within the material. The technique offers an unexpected new level of control over components that could power future quantum computers, communications systems, and sensors. - Share: Researchers at the University of Technology Sydney have demonstrated a new way to control tiny sources of quantum light by twisting atomically thin layers of hexagonal boron nitride. The advance provides scientists with a new method for tuning quantum emitters, which are microscopic light sources that could play an important role in future technologies such as quantum computing, secure communications, and ultra-sensitive sensors. Lead author Dr. Angus Gale said the work offers researchers a valuable new tool for making these quantum systems more practical. "You can measure these quantum emitters and see that they exist, but it's hard to make them work in practice. This gives us a lever to get closer to that -- a step towards the realization of quantum technologies," said Dr. Gale. Twisting Layers Changes Quantum Light During the experiments, Gale and his team found that twisting the material could significantly alter both the color and wavelength of the light emitted by the quantum emitters. The magnitude of the change was especially noteworthy. Most studies create a device at a specific twist angle and leave it unchanged. In contrast, the researchers were able to repeatedly lift, rotate, and restack the material, allowing them to continuously modify its properties. "We're leveraging the fact that this material,
Jun 20, 2026 · via sciencedaily.com