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This demonstration marks significant progress in executing foundational quantum algorithms on physical qubits while simultaneously validating logical operations through error correction. By prioritizing concrete algorithmic primitives like the Quantum Fourier Transform over abstract milestones, this work establishes pragmatic benchmarks for assessing fault-tolerant readiness and industrial viability.
Quantinuum & Partners Run 98-Qubit Quantum Fourier Transform

Quantinuum & Mitsubishi Electric achieved a 98-qubit approximate Quantum Fourier Transform, scaling prior records.
Quantinuum and partners at Mitsui & Co. and Mitsubishi Electric report demonstrating one of the largest approximate Quantum Fourier Transforms (QFT) using 98 physical qubits on the Quantinuum Helios system. The collaboration also implemented a logical QFT with up to 12 logical qubits, utilizing a Quantum Error Correction (QEC) code, which showcases progress toward more…
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