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Quantum Picks
Big Tech Announcements: Big Talk or Real Walk?
Any progress is ultimately interesting. Exploring new avenues to accelerate the arrival of "useful" quantum computers is crucial.
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Sorting out the confusion on quantum computing utility
Understanding quantum computing's pace of progress is not an easy task. Recent months have complicated it with contradictory messages. CEOs like Jensen Huang (Nvidia) and Mark Zuckerberg (Meta) estima...
www.oezratty.net/wordpress/2025/quantum-computing-utility
« Quelque part au milieu de l’océan, novembre 2042… »
[A prospective story about some real applications of quantum techs in defense...]
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How Many Quantum Computers Are There In The World? Estimates Suggest Over 100 In 2025.
The difficulty in pinpointing the number of quantum computers stems from several factors, including differing definitions of what constitutes a quantum computer, underreporting by some countries, and varying levels of accessibility. Some systems remain confined to laboratory settings, while others are accessible via cloud services, expanding their reach but complicating efforts to track them comprehensively.
quantumzeitgeist.com/how-many-quantum-computers-are-there
Investments, mergers & acquisitions
🔹 Quantonation, a french early stage venture capital fund investing globally in novel technologies based on advances in physics and/or computing, has published impressive statistics “showcasing the remarkable growth of [their] portfolio across funding, job creation, and scientific contributions. […] —turning deep science into real-world impact.“ 🔗 LI post, 🔗 Report link
🔹 Nine quantum tech startups selected for EIC funding
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link
🔹 Horizon Quantum Computing Plans Public Listing, Deal Values Company at Approximately $500 Million
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link
🔹 Startup Quantum Machines Raises $170 Million in Series C Roundn
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link
🔹 Sabancı Ventures has invested in QuEra Computing Inc. as part of QuEra’s $230 million funding round
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link
Events
Upcoming
🔹 December 1st to 4th, 2025 - QUEST-IS - PARIS-SACLAY CAMPUS, France
Quantum Engineering Sciences & Technologies for Industry and Services.
🔗 Official link
🔹 April 9th, 2025 - Super Quantum by CERN - Geneva, Switzerland
“A public event […] to explore the fascinating world of quantum science, the potential of which could profoundly transform the future of science and our societies. […]”
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link
🔹 April 4th, 2025 - Business of Quantum Summit - MIT, USA
Discussions will include real-world use cases, strategies and business applications. Featuring Olivier Ezratty, Alice & Bob, Nvidia…
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link
🔹 April 3rd, 2025 - Quantum and Business: Anticipating tomorrow's disruptions - Bpifrance - Paris, France
“[…] Startups, large companies and institutions will come to share their experiences and explain how this technology can offer concrete benefits in sectors such as logistics, artificial intelligence, data management and health. […]“
🔗 LI post (by Frédéric Barbaresco), 🔗 Official link
🔹 April 3rd, 2025 - Deep Tech & Quantum Event by Quantonation - NYC, USA
“[…] an exclusive evening exploring the frontiers of #quantum and physics-based technologies with world-class scientists and entrepreneurs. […]“
🔗 LI post (by Christophe Jurczak), 🔗 Official link
🔹 April 1st, 2025 - iXcampus' Factory Tour - Saint-Germain-en-Laye,France
“An immersive and exclusive tour” of a campus dedicated to industrialists in quantum, photonics and nanotechnology.
🔗 LI post , 🔗 Official link
🔹 March 31st, 2025 - Quantum Industry Day - Sydney, Australia
An exploration on “how quantum computing is driving real-world transformation across sectors”.
🔗 LI post (by Tech Council of Australia), 🔗 Official link
Competitions
🔹 Bringing quantum to life with LEGO4QUANTUM
“[…] a global initiative designed to encourage students to participate in the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ).”
Prize: fully funded trip to Geneva
Submission deadline: 31st March 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link
People, Knowledge and Jobs
Communities
🔹 Open Quantum Institute (OQI) - CERN
“OQI is a multilateral governance initiative, bringing together academia, industry, diplomacy and education to promote global and inclusive access to quantum computing and the development of applications for the benefit of humanity.”
🔗 LinkedIn post 🔗 One-year anniversary publication 🔗 OQI website
🔹 Pasqal Community
“An international community of scientists, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts building the quantum future. Whether it's to learn, share or develop, this hub is dedicated to all things related to the world of quantum computing.“
🔗 Launch webinar 🔗 Pasqal Community website 🔗 LinkedIn post
Individuals
🔹 Olivier Ezratty, EPITA Research Lab, Quantum Energy Initiative cofounder…
The reference professional mastering all levels of Quantum Science and Technologies, from scientific concepts to the ecosystem, encompassing technologies and geo-political aspects.
• Editing a yearly updated free (e)book - 🔗 Understanding Quantum Technologies - about all quantum technologies (computing, telecommunications, cryptography, sensing).
• Production of 2 🔗 podcasts: Quantum (news about quantum) and Decode Quantum (interviews of quantum experts)
• Regular 🔗 Blog posts, and much more
🔹 Julien Bobroff, Pr. @ Paris-Saclay University - Paris, France
“[…] leading the research group "Physics Reimagined" at the Laboratoire de Physique des Solides (LPS) of Université Paris-Saclay and CNRS. [They] are studying new ways to present recent discoveries in solid state physics to large public. [He is] also involved in various outreach activities. […]”
His videos make the link between laboratories and the public, showing how quantum research is really done and how it impacts society.
🔗 LI post, 🔗 LI Profile
Educational content and courses
🔹 'Introduction to Quantum Information Science & Technology' course,
by University of Bristol in collaboration with the NQCC
Start Date: 12th May 2025
Course length: Six weeks (10 hours/week commitment)
Registration closes on 30th April 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link
🔹 European Quantum Technology Summer School 2025,
by Quantum Talent and Learning Centre Amsterdam,
Learning, workshops & networking, personal & professional growth.
Start Date: 11th July 2025
Course length: 7 days
Registration closes on 15th April 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link
🔹 QCamp,
by Center for Quantum Technologies,
For students from Junior College, Polytechnic, or equivalent education levels and age range.
Start Date: 9th June 2025
Course length: 5-day long camp + 1-day flash camp
Registration closes on 13th April 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link
Reports
🔹 France Quantum Book 2024 (by France Quantum)
A quick overview of the French Quantum Ecosystem
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link
Jobs
REPORT
🔹 Quantum Computing Jobs Report 2024 (by aqora)
“Discover industry trends, salary insights, and career opportunities in quantum computing.“
🔗 LinkedIn post (by Jannes Stubbemann) 🔗 Report link
PLATFORMS
🔹 Quantum Jobs (by aqora)
While real-life applications may not be immediate, quantum already offers very real jobs.
🔗 Quantum.jobs website
CAREER FAIRS
🔹 Careers in Quantum 2025 - Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel - UK
by Quantum Engineering Centre for Doctoral Training
Date: 4th April 2025
Location: Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel - UK
🔗 www.careers-in-quantum.com website
PICKED POSITIONS
🔹 Head of Strategic Partnerships (@ C12 - Paris, France)
“[…] you will help source, structure, deliver and run partnerships with various players from the Quantum Computing ecosystem (cloud providers, quantum software, end users). […]”
🔗 LinkedIn post (by Axel Ferrazzini) 🔗 C12 website
🔹 Various roles (@ Quantinuum - US, UK, Japan…)
Scientific, technological, hardware, software, non tech, internship positions
🔗 LinkedIn post (by Michelle Lollie) 🔗 Quantinuum website
🔹 Various roles (@ Quobly - Grenoble, France…)
Quantum engineers.
🔗 LinkedIn post 🔗 Details
