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QED-C Hosts 2026 Quantum Technology Showcase on Capitol Hill After Landmark U.S. Policy Advances

The Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C) brought senior government officials, bipartisan members of Congress, and leading quantum companies to Capitol Hill for the 2026 Quantum Technology Showcase. Held shortly after landmark Executive Orders and a White House Summit on American Quantum Innovation, the event featured live demonstrations across quantum computing, sensing, communications, and enabling technologies. Policymakers engaged directly with systems from firms including IBM Research, Google Quantum AI, Quantinuum, Rigetti, Infleqtion, and others. Discussions focused on supply-chain resilience, workforce development, and pathways to scale commercial applications under the National Quantum Initiative.

July 16, 2026

Pan Jianwei Wins UNESCO-Russia Mendeleev Prize of $250K as First Chinese Scientist for Quantum Communications and Computation

Chinese quantum physicist Pan Jianwei of the University of Science and Technology of China has become the first Chinese scientist awarded the third UNESCO-Russia Mendeleev International Prize in the Basic Sciences. The honor, announced 10 July 2026, recognizes his seminal contributions to large-scale secure quantum communications and scalable quantum computation. His team developed the Micius satellite enabling quantum key distribution and teleportation over thousands of kilometers and demonstrated quantum computational advantage. Each laureate receives €219,000 ($250,000 USD), a gold medal and diploma; the ceremony is set for 17 July 2026 in Paris.

July 15, 2026

Xairos Achieves Two-Kilometer Milestone with Ares Quantum Optical Terminal

Xairos Systems has completed two-kilometer free-space range testing for its Ares Quantum Optical Terminal. The demonstration successfully established simultaneous quantum and optical links with 10 Gbps free-space optical communications. This validates quantum-secure communications and resilient PNT capabilities for contested environments. The system supports future mesh networks across aircraft, UAS, ships, and space assets.

May 29, 2026

糟了! Micius Satellite QKD Vulnerabilities Threaten Claimed Quantum Security

The Micius satellite’s QKD system, designed for secure communication, faces vulnerabilities due to laser timing flaws. A 300 ps delay allows eavesdroppers to distinguish signal and decoy states, nullifying security. Enhanced testing and synchronization are critical for future systems.

June 1, 2025

Finland Tests Quantum Encryption in Commercial Network

Telia has conducted Finland’s first test of quantum encryption technology within a commercial network, advancing national efforts to secure critical infrastructure. The test, part of the NaQCI.fi project, showcases the potential of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in safeguarding sensitive communications.

November 15, 2024

BTQ and Macquarie U Collaborate on Quantum Algorithms and Secure Communications

BTQ Technologies and Macquarie University have initiated a research collaboration to advance quantum algorithms and secure communications. Supported by Sydney Quantum Academy PhD students, the partnership focuses on integrating quantum processing into communication protocols to enhance speed, security, and energy efficiency.

November 7, 2024

AliroNet Quickstart Launches to Build Secure Quantum Networks with Entanglement

Aliro has introduced AliroNet Quickstart, a bundled solution for building secure quantum networks using entanglement. The product offers configurable environments for piloting communication networks while combining classical and quantum security methods. AliroNet Quickstart provides flexible options for networking quantum processors, sensors, and secure communication systems.

October 15, 2024

Quantum-Communication Testbed Deploys Across 3 Cities in Quebec, Over $10M Invested

Montreal, October 23, 2023 – Numana, the catalyst for Quebec’s growing technology ecosystem, today announces the launch of a multi-purpose testbed for quantum-safe communications in Quebec. The project has two objectives. The first being to provide the necessary infrastructure to test emerging quantum-communications technologies. Secondly, this testbed could become one of the cornerstones of a future nationwide quantum communication network, as outlined in Canada’s National Quantum Strategy.

October 23, 2023

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