Japan's NEC Halts Quantum Computer Project After Decades Of Research

Japan's NEC Halts Quantum Computer Project After Decades Of Research

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NEC halts quantum computer project after decades of research

NEC's exit from quantum hardware highlights the growing industry shift towards software solutions, concentrating Japan's hardware efforts with Fujitsu.

NEC Discontinues Superconducting Quantum Computer Development to Focus on Annealing and Classical Emulation

NEC Corporation has ceased its research and development into superconducting quantum computers, shifting focus to quantum-inspired annealing and classical emulation due to long commercialization timelines and high capital investment. This move, reported by Nikkei Asia, means NEC will now concentrate on software and optimization services, leaving Fujitsu as the main domestic corporate developer of superconducting hardware in Japan.

NEC Discontinues Quantum Computer Hardware Development

Tokyo, Sept. 7 (Jiji Press)--NEC Corp. discontinued developing quantum computer hardware at the end of March, …

Japan's NEC Halts Quantum Build, Cites Investment Concerns

NEC, a Japanese tech group, has paused its quantum computer build, citing a lengthy development timeline and concerns about investment returns.