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- Pasqal has achieved control of 35 trapped atoms in its Ruby quantum computer at France's TGCC supercomputing center, aiming to scale to 100 qubits by mid-2025 as part of the HPCQS project.
- The initiative brings together Pasqal, CEA, GENCI, and Germany's Forschungszentrum Jülich, with integration of Ruby into the Joliot-Curie supercomputer for hybrid quantum-classical workflows.
- Ruby employs neutral-atom technology with programmable laser-driven interactions, supporting research in materials science and complex optimization problems.
- Alongside Ruby, a parallel installation of Pasqal’s JADE quantum system is underway at Jülich in Germany, showcasing the company’s capability for international deployments.
- Early industrial applications include forecasting energy demand with EDF and enabling drug discovery algorithms with Qubit Pharmaceuticals.
Impact
This achievement marks a significant advance for Europe's ambitions in quantum computing, underscored by the €12 million, four-year HPCQS project. By integrating quantum processors with established supercomputers, Europe is bolstering its capacity for hybrid research in fields like AI and materials simulation. Pasqal’s progress, including multi-site deployments, signals that neutral-atom platforms are emerging contenders alongside industry giants and alternate quantum technologies.
