Fujitsu and ANU Collaboration to Bring World-Class Quantum Computing to Australia: A Memorandum of Understanding for Local Innovation and Talent Development

Fujitsu and the Australian National University (ANU) are collaborating to introduce top-tier quantum computing technology to Australia. They have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of promoting innovation and nurturing talent within

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University have signed a memorandum of understanding to create a new quantum research facility in Australia. This collaboration aims to provide industry professionals, government officials, researchers, academics, and students in Australia with access to cutting-edge quantum technology. The partnership will involve the establishment of a center for quantum research and the development of a quantum computer on the premises.

In line with Australia's National Quantum Strategy of investing in, connecting, and expanding Australia's quantum research and industry to be competitive globally, the Memorandum of Understanding outlines a strategic plan for Fujitsu to collaborate with a top Australian university. The goal is to take advantage of future possibilities and uses of quantum technologies for the advancement of local businesses and the international society.

Graeme Beardsell, who is the EVP and Chief Executive Officer of Oceania at Fujitsu, mentioned that the company is focusing on developing innovative technologies for the future. Their investment in quantum research and partnerships with institutions like ANU are positioning them as leaders in the global competition to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This initiative goes beyond just 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 mission. Rather than just creating these advancements, we are also sharing our knowledge, encouraging teamwork, and having faith that the next big quantum discovery will emerge from a worldwide community of talented individuals working together to create technology that benefits society.

In a partnership, Fujitsu will give ANU researchers and academics the opportunity to use their quantum systems and simulators in Japan. Fujitsu, in collaboration with RIKEN, aims to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer in March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits in fiscal year 2026 to promote further innovation. This will solidify ANU's continuous access to the newest advancements in quantum technology.

ANU and Fujitsu are partnering to create educational modules focused on utilizing Fujitsu's quantum technologies to enhance research in quantum computing.

Goals to have quantum computers on location

Aside from sharing knowledge, the project will also focus on establishing a quantum computer at ANU to assist local researchers, as well as government and industry professionals, in gaining skills and knowledge in the field of quantum computing.

The quantum computer located on-site will give Australian professionals the opportunity to use new technologies in their local area. This will allow them to carry out advanced research in areas such as cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.

According to Professor Lachlan Blackhall, who is the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) at The Australian National University, the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with ANU's goal to advance education in new technologies like quantum computing. This collaboration will also support the development of a skilled workforce in quantum computing in Australia.

ANu is looking forward to the partnership with Fujitsu, which will leverage the university's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This collaboration will contribute to advancing fundamental quantum physics in the country, essential for utilizing research discoveries in practical applications within the quantum realm.

Fujitsu has extensive knowledge in the field of quantum computing, ranging from combining different platforms to developing systems for

Fujitsu is working on creating a superconducting quantum computer with RIKEN in the next two years, with capacities of 256-qubits and 1,000-qubits. Fujitsu has also built up 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. This is achieved through a computing workload broker, an AI-based software that optimizes computing by combining various resources and algorithms automatically.

– Quantum applications: Fujitsu's research and development in quantum computing covers all technical aspects, from quantum devices to platform software applications. They are actively working on new algorithms for chemistry calculations, financial systems, and drug discovery.

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

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