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Innovation in quantum computing might be about to go to the next level. And D-Wave Quantum is behind it.
What’s happening:
- D-Wave Quantum (NASDAQ: QBTS) has launched a new initiative known as the Leap Quantum LaunchPad which is aiming to rapidly accelerate the deployment of quantum computing applications and technologies
The big idea:
- D-Wave Quantum’s Leap Quantum LaunchPad is aiming to provide a free trial for individuals to be able to access their hardware, cloud platform and developer tools
- Participants in the Leap Quantum LaunchPad will also be able to access D-Wave Quantum’s technical experts for specific challenges around building new quantum computing applications
Why it matters:
- D-Wave Quantum is one of the most advanced publicly traded quantum computing companies in North America and has multiple notable commercial partners including NASA and Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT)
By the numbers:
- Participants will gain access to D-Wave’s quantum computers which feature 5,000+ qubits
- D-Wave will also make their real time quantum cloud platform available, which has 99.9% uptime and security
- D-Wave will enable individuals to use their quantum systems, which have processed more than 200M problems from their commercial partners
Going deeper:
- D-Wave Quantum has been pushing quantum computing into wider adoption in the United States, including just recently cutting a new deal with Carahsoft Technology to bring their technology into more government agencies
