CEA-Leti and Quobly look to advance silicon quantum computing

CEA-Leti and Quobly are looking to advance silicon-based quantum computing, according to a report by New Electronics. The effort places two organizations active in quantum technology and semiconductor research around a shared goal: developing quantum computing approaches that use silicon as a core platform.

Silicon quantum computing seeks to build qubits, the basic units of quantum information, using materials and manufacturing methods related to the conventional semiconductor industry. The approach is of interest because silicon is widely used across electronics and because established fabrication expertise could be relevant as quantum hardware moves from laboratory research toward larger-scale systems.

Quantum computing remains an emerging field, with developers pursuing multiple hardware routes including superconducting circuits, trapped ions, photons and silicon-based devices. Progress in silicon could matter for efforts to improve qubit performance, manufacturability and integration with existing electronics. The reported CEA-Leti and Quobly initiative reflects continued industry and research interest in making quantum processors more practical and scalable.