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IBM Advances in Quantum Computing
International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM) announced significant progress in its quantum computing efforts on Wednesday, including advancements in its Quantum Computing Benchmarking Initiative led by DARPA. IBM aims to achieve quantum advantage by the end of 2026 and plans to introduce fault-tolerant quantum computing by 2029.
New Quantum Processors
IBM introduced the Quantum Nighthawk processor, featuring 120 qubits and 218 tunable couplers, which enhances execution capabilities for complex circuits by 30%. The company plans to expand Nighthawk to 1,000 qubits by 2028. Additionally, the experimental Quantum Loon processor is reported to have all necessary components for fault-tolerant quantum computing.
Progress in Error Correction
IBM achieved real-time error correction using classical hardware, marking a significant milestone by accomplishing it one year ahead of schedule. The company has moved to a new 300mm wafer fabrication facility at the Albany NanoTech Complex in New York, reducing processor build time by 50% and increasing complexity tenfold.
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