IBM has announced plans to build the world’s first large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer, aiming to complete the system, called Quantum Starling, by 2029.The system will use 200 logical qubits to run 100 million quantum operations and serve as the foundation for a future platform, IBM Quantum Blue Jay, which is designed to scale to 2,000 logical qubits and 1 billion operations. IBM’s new architecture uses qLDPC error-correcting codes to reduce physical qubit overhead by up to 90 percent and lays out a multi-year roadmap including modular processors Loon (2025), Kookaburra (2026), and Cockatoo (2027).

Germany plans a decade-long national fibre-optic infrastructure, the QTF-Backbone, to distribute high-precision time and frequency signals. Building on existing European networks, this dedicated system aims to provide scalable access for research and industry, establishing a national and European hub for networked time and frequency transfer.

IonQ and Oxford Ionics today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement for IonQ to acquire Oxford Ionics in a transaction valued at $1.075 Billion, which will consist of $1.065 Billion in shares of IonQ common stock and approximately $10 Million in cash (subject to customary closing adjustments and expenses).

The UK has launched the Integrated Quantum Networks Hub, led by Heriot-Watt University and backed by over £42 million, to develop scalable, secure quantum communications infrastructure as part of the UK’s 2035 quantum strategy. The Hub unites 12 leading universities, two national laboratories, and more than 40 industry partners to tackle key challenges in quantum networking, including interoperability, security protocols, and integration with current fiber infrastructure.

The Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has released the latest version of its study, “Entwicklungsstand Quantencomputer Version 2.1”, which offers a comprehensive overview of the current state of quantum computing. Focusing on both the theoretical and practical aspects of the technology, as well as its potential implications for cryptanalysis, the study provides an essential resource for scientists and professionals in fields such as mathematics and computer science.

The European Quantum Industry Consortium (QuIC) is proud to release its latest Position Paper on the EU Quantum Strategy, providing a strategic vision for the future of quantum technologies in Europe. As global competition intensifies, it is crucial for Europe to take decisive action to secure its leadership in quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing. This paper outlines the essential steps needed to reinforce Europe’s position, ensuring the development of a thriving quantum ecosystem that fosters innovation, investment, and economic growth.

South Korea launches a ₩1 trillion Science and Technology Innovation Fund, with a dedicated account allocating ₩20 billion annually for quantum startups over four years.The government plans to train 2,500 quantum researchers to expand the talent pipeline and strengthen national quantum capabilities.Key initiatives include developing 1,000-qubit quantum computers, expanding quantum infrastructure, and integrating quantum cryptography into national security.Industry experts criticize the lack of additional investment, noting that South Korea lags behind the U.S., China, and the U.K. in quantum funding and industrialization efforts.

The Regional Government of Madrid is strengthening its commitment to quantum communications with an investment of 16 million euros in research projects on quantum communications and cybersecurity within the framework of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technologies declared by UNESCO. Among the initiatives the regional government is promoting stands out MadQuantum-CM, which aims to expand the largest quantum communications network in Europe, MadQCI, positioning itself as a strategic initiative for the development of secure quantum communications in Europe.

Italy is rolling out a national quantum strategy to strengthen its position in quantum computing, communication, sensing, and metrology, while addressing funding shortfalls and gaps in industrial adoption.The government report outlines a plan to build national quantum labs, expand workforce training, and incentivize private sector investment to accelerate commercialization.Despite strong academic expertise, Italy lags behind international competitors in funding and startup activity, with the public consultation process now open for stakeholder input.

IonQ has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in ID Quantique (IDQ) and expects to form a strategic partnership with SK Telecom to expand its quantum networking capabilities.The acquisition will add IDQ’s quantum networking business, team, and nearly 300 patents to IonQ’s portfolio, increasing its total granted and pending patents to nearly 900.IonQ anticipates closing the deal within nine months, continuing its expansion in quantum networking following its recent acquisition of Qubitekk and major U.S. Air Force contracts.