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The Ultimate Guide to Quantum Computing

A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Quantum Computing.

What to know about Quantum Computing

Quantum computing represents a transformative frontier in technology, promising to revolutionize data processing through principles of quantum mechanics. As this emerging field progresses, it offers vast potentials—from enhancing cybersecurity measures to advancing big data solutions and reshaping industries such as finance, telecommunications, and defense.

Our blog's recent stories dive into the multifaceted impact of quantum computing, exploring breakthroughs in quantum hardware and software, innovations in quantum-safe encryption, and the challenges organizations face in preparing for a quantum-enabled future. Readers can learn about the evolving strategies companies and governments are adopting to manage quantum security threats, the growth of quantum partnerships and ecosystems, and the developments bringing quantum technology closer to commercial application.

Engaging with these stories provides insights into the current state and future trajectory of quantum computing. Whether you are a technology professional, business leader, or curious reader, our coverage offers a valuable perspective on how quantum computing is shaping cybersecurity, digital transformation, and technological innovation worldwide.

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Recent Quantum Computing News

Accenture's five trends for a post-digital NZ
Distributed Ledger

Accenture's five trends for a post-digital NZ

Successful businesses will take advantage of a new set of technologies but prioritise trust, responsibility, privacy and security.

Mon, 25th Feb 2019

Taupō talks tech: The local Kiwi firms transforming business from the ground up
Digital Transformation

Taupō talks tech: The local Kiwi firms transforming business from the ground up

From New Zealand's farming heartland to the mountains and to the cloud, Taupō's regional businesses are embracing technology from the ground up.

Thu, 24th May 2018

Microsoft Elevate: Keynotes and demos to inspire innovation
Distributors

Microsoft Elevate: Keynotes and demos to inspire innovation

Ingram Micro NZ and Microsoft Elevate's keynote speakers were all about inspiring the audience to do more and be better.

Thu, 1st Mar 2018

Cloud 2.0 and Open API - IDC's 10 predictions for the NZ IT industry
Digital Transformation

Cloud 2.0 and Open API - IDC's 10 predictions for the NZ IT industry

IDC forecasts NZ's digital economy will thrive by 2021, with major investments in Cloud 2.0 and open APIs reshaping the IT industry landscape.

Wed, 10th Jan 2018

Wellington's Factorial takes Quantum's top ANZ partner award
Factorial

Wellington's Factorial takes Quantum's top ANZ partner award

Factorial has scooped up the top ANZ Partner award at Quantum's regional awards, beating the competition to be named ANZ Partner of the Year.

Thu, 2nd Jun 2016

Millennium & Copthorne lifts annual profit 11%, on the back of CDL gains
Hotels

Millennium & Copthorne lifts annual profit 11%, on the back of CDL gains

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand, one of New Zealand's largest hotel operators, has lifted annual profit 11 percent and its dividend after.

Tue, 10th Feb 2015

Kiwi scientists make breakthrough in quantum computer storage
Hard Drives

Kiwi scientists make breakthrough in quantum computer storage

Scientists at the Australian National University (ANU) and the University of Otago have achieved a major breakthrough in computer storage.

Fri, 9th Jan 2015

Quantum invests in the NZ channel
Distribution Central

Quantum invests in the NZ channel

Distribution Central and Quantum have launched a Silver Partner incentive program for their ANZ partners to support and reward Quantum's channel community.

Thu, 25th Jul 2013

Quantum adds Distribution Central to ANZ partner network
Distribution Central

Quantum adds Distribution Central to ANZ partner network

Distribution Central boosts ANZ offering with a new deal to distribute Quantum storage solutions, marking its second significant partnership this week.

Wed, 11th Apr 2012

QuEra to launch Libra quantum computer on AWS in 2028
IT Department

QuEra to launch Libra quantum computer on AWS in 2028

Cloud users could gain access to fault-tolerant quantum computing in 2028, as QuEra and AWS expand their collaboration.

Yesterday

QuiX Quantum installs control unit for photonic computer
Real time data

QuiX Quantum installs control unit for photonic computer

Real-time control remains the bottleneck for scalable photonic quantum machines, and this unit is built to act within 150 nanoseconds.

Last week

Quobly raises €115 million to scale quantum hardware
Semiconductors

Quobly raises €115 million to scale quantum hardware

The French start-up will use the cash to move from research to industrial production, with its first commercial system due by the end of 2026.

Last week

Hitachi & Intel team up on physical AI for industry
Robotics

Hitachi & Intel team up on physical AI for industry

Industrial AI could soon sharpen factory output and cut downtime as Hitachi and Intel move to deploy physical AI across plants and power systems.

Last week

Microsoft unveils AI agents, models & security tools
AI Security

Microsoft unveils AI agents, models & security tools

Developers and enterprise customers will get more AI controls as Microsoft adds agents, in-house models and security tools across its software stack.

This month

Microsoft unveils Majorana 2 quantum chip with 1,000x gain
Data Analytics

Microsoft unveils Majorana 2 quantum chip with 1,000x gain

The chip is meant to solve qubit instability, a hurdle Microsoft says has delayed its goal of a scalable quantum computer until 2029.

This month

Nvidia unveils tools for enterprise AI agents
Robotics

Nvidia unveils tools for enterprise AI agents

Software groups in chip design and healthcare are already using Nvidia's new agent tools to automate complex workflows with tighter security controls.

This month

Sectigo launches partner platform & new brand identity
Digital Transformation

Sectigo launches partner platform & new brand identity

Customers can now manage the full certificate lifecycle in one place as Sectigo targets expiry risks and quantum-ready testing.

Last month

WD unveils post-quantum hard drives for enterprise
IT Department

WD unveils post-quantum hard drives for enterprise

Hyperscale customers are already testing hard drives designed to keep firmware and device trust intact as quantum computing threats grow.

Last month

Gorilla inks post-quantum deal with CHELPIS Quantum
Software Defined Wide Area Network

Gorilla inks post-quantum deal with CHELPIS Quantum

Customers in government, banking and infrastructure could soon get quantum-safe networking as Gorilla moves towards an April 2026 launch.

Last month

Equal1 launches rack-mounted quantum computer RacQ
DataCentre infrastructure

Equal1 launches rack-mounted quantum computer RacQ

The system could make hybrid quantum computing usable in existing data centres, as it runs from a standard socket and 19-inch rack.

Last month