Fujitsu and ANU Collaborate to Bring World-Class Quantum Computing to Australia: Memorandum of Understanding to Drive Local Innovation and Talent Development

Fujitsu and the Australian National University (ANU) have agreed to collaborate in bringing advanced quantum computing technology to Australia. The Memorandum of Understanding signed between the two parties aims to promote innovation and the development

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University in Canberra have agreed to work together to create a cutting-edge quantum research facility. This collaboration aims to provide industry and government professionals, researchers, academics, and students in Australia with access to advanced quantum technology. The partnership will involve the establishment of a center for quantum research and the potential development of a quantum computer on site.

In line with Australia's National Quantum Strategy, which focuses on investing in and developing the country's quantum research and industry to be competitive on a global scale, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines a strategic partnership between Fujitsu and a top Australian university. This partnership aims to leverage quantum technologies for the benefit of local businesses and the global community, with a focus on future opportunities and applications.

Graeme Beardsell, who is the EVP and Chief Executive Officer of Fujitsu Oceania, stated that Fujitsu is focused on innovating for the future of computing. Their investment in quantum research and partnerships with institutions like ANU positions them as leaders in the global effort to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This initiative goes beyond technology and aims to unleash a new wave of innovation.

Australia is dedicated to being a leader in quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively involved in this initiative. In addition to developing quantum technologies, Fujitsu is also focused on sharing knowledge, promoting collaboration, and supporting the idea that the next major advancement in quantum technology will emerge from a network of brilliant minds around the world who are working together to create positive technological solutions.

In a partnership with ANU, Fujitsu will give researchers and academics access to their quantum systems and simulators located in Japan. Fujitsu, along with RIKEN, aims to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer by March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits by fiscal year 2026 to promote further advancements in quantum technology. This collaboration ensures that ANU will continue to have access to the most up-to-date quantum technology available.

ANU and Fujitsu will work together to create educational modules focused on using Fujitsu's quantum technologies to enhance research efforts in the field of quantum computing.

Desire to have quantum computers on location

Along with sharing information, the project will also focus on establishing a quantum computer at ANU to support local researchers, as well as government and industry professionals, in gaining skills in quantum computing.

Australian professionals will have access to on-site quantum computing, allowing them to utilize local cutting-edge technologies for conducting advanced research in areas such as cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.

Professor Lachlan Blackhall, who holds the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) at The Australian National University, expressed that the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with ANU's goal of advancing education in cutting-edge technologies like quantum computing. This collaboration aims to support the development of a skilled workforce in quantum computing in Australia.

ANu is looking forward to working with Fujitsu on a collaboration that will leverage the University's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This partnership will contribute to advancing the nation's focus on fundamental quantum physics, which is essential for utilizing research advancements in the quantum field for practical applications in the real world.

Fujitsu's knowledge in quantum technology ranges from combining different platforms to developing systems for commercial use.

Fujitsu is working on creating a 256-qubit and 1,000-qubit superconducting quantum computer with RIKEN within the next two years. Alongside this project, Fujitsu has also been building up their knowledge and skills in quantum technologies.

– A hybrid quantum computing platform: This platform combines a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer with a quantum simulator to address quantum bit errors. It uses a computing workload broker, an AI-based software that optimizes computing by combining various resources and algorithms automatically.

– Quantum applications: Fujitsu is actively researching and developing quantum computing in all technical areas, from quantum devices to platform software applications. They are creating new algorithms for chemistry calculations, financial systems, and drug discovery.

– Commercial quantum computer system: Japan's AIST has purchased a gate-based superconducting quantum computer system from Fujitsu that is capable of scaling to hundreds of qubits.

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