Fujitsu and ANU Partner to Bring World-Class Quantum Computing to Australia: Driving Innovation and Talent Development

Fujitsu and the Australian National University (ANU) are collaborating to introduce high-quality quantum computing technology to Australia. They have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to encourage innovation and the growth of local talent in

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University have partnered to create a quantum research facility in Canberra. The collaboration aims to provide access to cutting-edge quantum technology for industry professionals, government officials, researchers, academics, and students in Australia. 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 the country's quantum research and industry to be globally competitive, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines a strategic partnership between Fujitsu and a top Australian university. This partnership is focused on leveraging quantum technologies for the advancement of local businesses and the global community, with a long-term vision in mind.

Graeme Beardsell, who is the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer for Oceania at Fujitsu, expressed that the company is focusing on advancing computing technology for the future. Fujitsu's commitment to quantum research, along with partnerships such as the one with ANU, positions them as a leader in the worldwide competition to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This effort goes beyond just technology and aims to unleash a new era of innovation.

Australia is dedicated to being a leader in quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively involved in this effort. We are not only creating new technologies in this field, but also sharing them, encouraging cooperation, and have faith that the next major advancement in quantum technology will emerge from a worldwide network of talented individuals working together to create technology that benefits society.

In a partnership with ANU researchers and academics, Fujitsu will allow them to use their quantum systems and simulators in Japan. To promote more innovation, Fujitsu, in collaboration with RIKEN, intends to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer in March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits by fiscal year 2026. This will solidify ANU's continuous access to the most advanced quantum technology available.

As part of the new partnership, ANU will create educational materials and training programs using Fujitsu's quantum technologies to enhance research methods in the field of quantum computing.

Aspirations to develop quantum computers on location

Along with sharing knowledge, the project will also work towards establishing a quantum computer on site at ANU. This will assist local researchers, as well as government and industry professionals, in gaining skills and experience with quantum computing technology.

The quantum computer located on-site will give Australian professionals the opportunity to use new technologies in their own country. 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 for Research and Innovation at The Australian National University, the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with ANU's goal of advancing education in new technologies like quantum computing. This collaboration will 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 enhance the University's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This partnership will contribute to the nation's focus on fundamental quantum physics, which is crucial for utilizing research advancements in practical applications for the quantum field.

Fujitsu has extensive knowledge and experience in quantum technology, ranging from combining different platforms to developing systems for commercial

Fujitsu is working with RIKEN to create a superconducting quantum computer with 256 and 1,000 qubits in the next two years. Fujitsu has also gained knowledge and skills in quantum technology through this process.

– A hybrid quantum computing platform includes a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer and a quantum simulator that can help reduce quantum bit errors in current quantum computers. This platform utilizes a computing workload broker, an AI-based software, to optimize computing performance by automatically combining different computing resources and algorithms.

– Fujitsu's quantum computing research and development covers a wide range of technical areas, from quantum devices to platform software applications. They are 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 ordered a gate-based superconducting quantum computer system from Fujitsu. This system is designed to scale up to hundreds of qubits.

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