Fujitsu and ANU Partner 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 partnered to introduce top-tier quantum computing technology to Australia. They have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote innovation and develop talent within the country.

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra have signed an agreement to collaborate on creating a top-notch quantum research facility. This partnership aims to provide industry and government professionals, researchers, academics, and students in Australia with access to advanced quantum technology. The organizations will work together to establish a center for quantum research and have plans to develop a quantum computer on site.

In line with Australia's National Quantum Strategy, which aims to support and enhance quantum research and industry in the country to make it competitive on a global scale, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines a strategic partnership between Fujitsu and a top Australian university. This collaboration will focus on leveraging quantum technologies for the advancement of local businesses and the global community.

Graeme Beardsell, Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer for Oceania at Fujitsu, expressed that Fujitsu is focused on innovating in the field of computing for the future. Through investments in quantum research and partnerships with institutions like ANU, Fujitsu is positioning itself as a leader in the global efforts to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This initiative goes beyond just technology, as it aims to unleash a new wave of innovation.

Australia is dedicated to being a leader in quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively contributing to this goal. They are not only creating new technologies in this field, but also sharing them, encouraging cooperation, and trusting that the next big quantum advancement will emerge from a diverse group of talented individuals working together to create technology that benefits society.

In a partnership agreement, Fujitsu will offer ANU researchers and educators the opportunity to use their quantum systems and simulators in Japan. In an effort to promote innovation, Fujitsu aims to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer in March 2025 in collaboration with RIKEN, and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits by the fiscal year 2026. This solidifies ANU's continuous access to the most advanced quantum technology available.

ANU and Fujitsu are working together to create educational modules that focus on using Fujitsu's quantum technologies. This will help enhance research efforts in the field of quantum computing.

Plans to build quantum computers at a physical location

Aside from sharing knowledge, the project will also work towards establishing a quantum computer at ANU to assist local researchers, as well as government and industry experts, in gaining skills in quantum computing.

The quantum computer located at the site will give Australian professionals the opportunity to use new technologies, allowing them to carry out advanced research in areas such as cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.

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

ANU is looking forward to working together with Fujitsu to leverage the University's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This partnership will contribute to the advancement of fundamental quantum physics in the country, enabling the exploration of the vast research potential and its application to practical opportunities in the quantum field.

Fujitsu is known for their knowledge and skills in quantum technology, ranging from combining different platforms to developing systems

Fujitsu is working on creating a 256-qubit and 1,000-qubit superconducting quantum computer with RIKEN within the next two years. They have also built up their knowledge and skills in quantum technologies.

– A hybrid quantum computing platform has been developed by Fujitsu, which combines a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer with a quantum simulator. This platform addresses the issue of quantum bit errors in current quantum computers by using a computing workload broker, an AI-based software that optimizes computing resources and algorithms automatically.

– Fujitsu's quantum computing research and development covers various technical areas, from quantum devices to platform software applications. The company is actively working on developing new algorithms for chemistry calculations, financial systems, and drug discovery.

– Japan's national Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) has placed an order for a gate-based superconducting quantum computer system from Fujitsu. This system is designed to scale to hundreds of qubits.

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