Microsoft and Atom Computing to Launch 1,000-Qubit Quantum Computer

• Breakthrough in Logical Qubits:
  • 24 Logical Qubits: A new record in quantum computing, surpassing previous achievements and demonstrating entanglement in a Greenberger-Horne-Zeilinger (GHZ) state for reliable quantum coherence.
  • Error Correction Innovation: Detected and corrected atom loss during computations, significantly reducing logical qubit error rates to 9.5% compared to 41.5% for physical qubits.
  • First Commercial Loss Correction: Demonstrated real-time detection and correction of lost qubits, marking a critical step toward scalable quantum computing.
• Neutral Atom Technology:
  • Unique Benefits: Neutral atoms, manipulated with lasers, offer low noise susceptibility, high fidelity, and all-to-all connectivity, making them ideal for scalable systems.
  • Scalability: Arrays of tightly packed atoms enable extensive qubit counts within compact spaces.
  • Advancement in Fidelity: Achieved 99.6% fidelity in two-qubit gates, a benchmark for practical applications.
• Azure Quantum Integration:
  • Unified Platform: Combines quantum hardware, classical HPC, and AI through Azure Quantum, creating a robust ecosystem for research and industry.
  • Generative Chemistry Tools: Azure Elements leverages generative AI to propose novel molecules and accelerates materials discovery, integrating quantum simulations for enhanced efficiency.
  • User Accessibility: Offers a turnkey solution with user-friendly tools, democratizing access to quantum computing for businesses, academia, and education.
• Real-World Applications:
  • Industry Impact: Targets use cases in logistics, pharmaceuticals, energy, materials science, and climate modeling.
  • Benchmarking Success: Successfully ran the Bernstein-Vazirani algorithm with 20 logical qubits, demonstrating quantum advantage over classical methods.
  • Driving Innovation: Positioned as a key enabler for “scientific quantum advantage,” solving problems beyond classical computational reach.
• Commercial Availability:
  • Pre-Orders Open: The system is available to order now, with deliveries set for 2025.
  • Shift in Quantum Industry: Marks a transition from experimental quantum machines to commercially viable platforms, enabling immediate applications in industry and education.
• Statements from Leaders:
  • Ben Bloom, CEO of Atom Computing: “By coupling our state-of-the-art neutral-atom qubits with Microsoft’s qubit-virtualization system, we are now able to offer reliable logical qubits on a commercial quantum machine.”
  • Krysta Svore, VP of Advanced Quantum Development, Microsoft: Highlighted the integration of error correction and Azure Quantum’s virtualization system as critical for advancing reliable quantum computations.

Why This Matters:

This collaboration represents a paradigm shift in quantum computing, offering a scalable and reliable commercial quantum platform for real-world applications. By combining Atom Computing’s neutral-atom technology with Microsoft’s Azure Quantum ecosystem, the system addresses longstanding challenges in error correction and computational stability, paving the way for quantum innovation across industries.