World’s first room-temp quantum computer set for release

Dr Andrew Horsley, CEO of Quantum Brilliance. Photo: Jamie Kidston/ANU - The world's first room-temperature quantum computer is in the final stages of development and is set to be installed at the Pawsey Supercomputing Centre in Perth and activated later this year. Unlike other quantum computers, this lunchbox-sized invention does not need extreme sub-zero temperatures to work and is on the cusp of being the most powerful computer ever created. Quantum computers promise a new era in ultra-secure networks, artificial intelligence and therapeutic drugs, and will be able to solve certain problems much faster than today's computers. Scientists at The Australian National University (ANU) have invented the groundbreaking technology used in the new computer, and are a driving force of the spin-out company Quantum Brilliance that seeks to commercialise the next-generation device. Pawsey and Quantum Brilliance will collaborate with other Australian industry leaders and researchers to develop cutting-edge quantum applications in machine learning, logistics, defence and aerospace. ANU Vice-Chancellor Professor Brian Schmidt said Quantum Brilliance represents the future of quantum computing.  "As Australia's national university, ANU is committed to creating the technologies and industries of tomorrow, today.