Curator's Take
Silicon Quantum Computing's achievement of an 11-qubit processor represents a significant milestone for silicon-based quantum computing, a platform that could leverage decades of semiconductor manufacturing expertise and infrastructure. While 11 qubits may seem modest compared to IBM's hundreds of superconducting qubits or trapped-ion systems, silicon spin qubits offer compelling advantages in terms of miniaturization, potential manufacturability, and compatibility with existing chip fabrication processes. This modality-leading demonstration suggests that silicon could indeed become a serious contender in the race for scalable quantum computing, potentially offering a more practical path to large-scale quantum processors by building on the semiconductor industry's proven ability to mass-produce complex chips. The development is particularly noteworthy as it validates silicon as a viable quantum platform while positioning Australia's quantum ecosystem as a key player in the global quantum hardware landscape.
— Mark Eatherly
Summary
Australian spin-out Silicon Quantum Computing makes the case with a modality-leading 11-qubit processor The post Could silicon become the bedrock of quantum computers? appeared first on Physics World .