Qubit Community Weekly Newsletter #35

Dear Qubit Community,

Welcome to the latest edition of Qubit.IL’s weekly newsletter, where we dive into the fascinating world of quantum technologies, explore groundbreaking advancements, and connect with our vibrant quantum community. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher, a curious student, or simply quantum-curious, this is your gateway to staying informed and inspired about the quantum landscape.

Best Regards,
The Qubit.IL Team

Business, Technology and Engineering Highlights

1. South Korea Embarks on Quantum Aerospace Initiative with Norma and Gyeongsang National University – South Korea has initiated a quantum technology project in aerospace, partnering with cybersecurity firm Norma and Gyeongsang National University. The collaboration focuses on developing quantum algorithms to enhance aerodynamics simulations, aiming to revolutionize aerospace engineering through advanced quantum computing applications.

   For further information: https://thequantuminsider.com/2025/03/27/south-korea-launches-quantum-initiative-in-aerospace-with-norma-and-gyeongsang-national-university/

2. ETSI Unveils Covercrypt: A New Standard for Quantum-Safe Hybrid Key Exchanges – The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has introduced "Covercrypt," a post-quantum security standard designed to protect critical data and communications against emerging quantum computing threats. This specification, detailed in ETSI TS 104 015, defines a Key Encapsulation Mechanism with Access Control (KEMAC) that ensures both pre-quantum and post-quantum security through hybridization. Covercrypt locks session keys based on user attributes, allowing only authorized users to access sensitive data, and operates with high efficiency, encapsulating and decapsulating keys in mere microseconds. Organizations are encouraged to adopt quantum-resistant encryption like Covercrypt to future-proof their data security.

   For further information: https://www.etsi.org/deliver/etsi_ts/104000_104099/104015/01.01.01_60/ts_104015v010101p.pdf

3. ColibriTD Introduces H-DES: Advancing Quantum Simulations for Engineering – ColibriTD has unveiled the H-DES (Hybrid Differential Equation Solver), a quantum algorithm designed to tackle high-dimensional and nonlinear partial differential equations (PDEs). By encoding potential solutions into parameterized quantum circuits and optimizing them, H-DES offers a promising approach to complex engineering challenges. This development marks a significant step toward making quantum simulations more accessible and practical for real-world engineering applications.

   For further information: https://www.colibritd.com/blogs-posts/h-des-on-ibm-quantum-computers

4. Qunova's HI-VQE Algorithm Enhances Molecular Modeling via IBM's Qiskit – Qunova Computing's HI-VQE algorithm is now accessible through IBM's Qiskit Functions Catalog, providing IBM Quantum Network users with an advanced tool for modeling large, complex molecules. This integration aims to accelerate quantum computational chemistry applications, potentially transforming drug discovery and materials science by leveraging quantum computing's capabilities to tackle problems beyond classical methods.

   For further information: https://thequantuminsider.com/2025/03/24/now-on-ibms-qiskit-functions-catalog-qunova-algorithm-delivers-modeling-of-large-complex-molecules/

5. Classiq Collaborates with Sumitomo and Mizuho-DL to Advance Quantum Computing – Classiq Technologies, in partnership with Sumitomo Corporation and Mizuho-DL Financial Technology, has achieved up to 95% compression in quantum circuit complexity. This collaboration enhances the efficiency of quantum algorithms, potentially accelerating the adoption of quantum computing in finance and other industries.

   For further information: https://thequantuminsider.com/2025/03/25/classiq-powers-quantum-advance-with-sumitomo-corporation-and-mizuho-dl-financial-technology/

Research Highlights

1. Quantum Computers Challenge Classical Methods in Simulating Magnetic Behavior​ – A recent study demonstrates that digital quantum computers can effectively simulate complex magnetic behaviors at scales and timescales that are challenging for classical methods. This advancement highlights the potential of quantum computing to provide deeper insights into magnetic materials, which are essential in various technological applications.

   For further information: https://thequantuminsider.com/2025/03/28/quantum-computers-ability-to-simulate-elusive-magnetic-behavior-could-challenge-classical-methods/

   For the research paper: https://arxiv.org/abs/2503.20870

2. Breakthrough in Certified Quantum Randomness Achieved by Joint Research Team – A collaboration among JPMorgan Chase, Quantinuum, multiple national laboratories, and the University of Texas at Austin has successfully demonstrated a protocol for generating certified quantum randomness. This achievement marks a significant transition from theoretical concepts to practical applications in quantum computing. By leveraging the capabilities of Quantinuum's 56-qubit System Model H2, the team executed a protocol that produces genuine randomness, a critical component for cryptographic security and complex mathematical computations. This development underscores the potential of quantum systems to perform tasks beyond the reach of classical computers, paving the way for advancements in secure communications and computational methodologies. ​

   For further information: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-08737-1