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Q-CTRL digest

Simulation: the latest module in Black Opal’s applications suite

Technical blog

Beyond the "Big Model": Why physics-informed AI is the key to scaling quantum computers

Q-CTRL digest

Redefining aircraft navigation in a GPS-challenged world with Airbus

Announcements

Press release

IonQ and Q-CTRL Partner to Unlock Quantum Optimization with Fire Opal on Forte Quantum Processors

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Equal1 and Q-CTRL Partner to Deliver Fully Autonomous, Data Center-Ready Quantum Computing

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ANELLO Photonics and Q-CTRL Announce Strategic Collaboration to Redefine Resilient Navigation for UAVs in GPS-Denied Environments

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TIME Names Q-CTRL to its Inaugural List Honoring 100 Industry Leaders of 2026

This recognition highlights Q-CTRL’s global leadership in delivering transformational quantum technology solutions to defense and enterprise customers.
Q-CTRL digest

Redefining aircraft navigation in a GPS-challenged world with Airbus

We are working with Airbus to test and evaluate quantum-assured navigation systems to enable safe, reliable flights when GPS is disrupted or unavailable.

February 4, 2026

Press release

First Commercial Quantum Navigation System Validated in the Real World to be Showcased by Q-CTRL at the Singapore Airshow

Q-CTRL’s Ironstone Opal is delivering reliable GPS backup navigation for the defense and aerospace industry

February 2, 2026

Q-CTRL digest

Meet your new quantum tutor: Black Opal AI Learning Assistant

AI-powered learning is now built into Black Opal, helping learners clarify concepts, reinforce understanding, and stay in the flow.

December 15, 2025

Q-CTRL digest

2025 year in review – realizing true commercial Quantum Advantage in the International Year of Quantum

2025 was the International Year of Quantum, and Q-CTRL delivered real commercial Quantum Advantage while expanding global deployments across computing and sensing.

December 1, 2025

Press release

QuantWare, Q-CTRL, and Qblox launch the Quantum Utility Block — the Fastest Path to Quantum Utility for Enterprise and Research Institutions

Partnership to redefine how organizations adopt quantum computing by delivering pre-validated, modular, full-stack quantum systems.

November 17, 2025

Press release

Q‑CTRL integrates Fire Opal with RIKEN’s IBM Quantum System Two to unlock maximum performance for hybrid quantum-classical computing

Performance management software is now available through RIKEN's HPC environment, accelerating quantum-HPC hybrid application research.

November 12, 2025

Technical blog

Choosing the right quantum error reduction strategy: A practical guide to error suppression, error mitigation, and quantum error correction

Discover when and how to apply quantum error suppression, mitigation, and correction strategies to optimize performance on today's quantum computing hardware.

November 11, 2025

Q-CTRL digest

Apply quantum computing to real problems with Black Opal instructor-led training

Apply quantum computing with Black Opal’s instructor-led course, delivered with qBraid. Learn, build, and run real algorithms on quantum hardware.

November 4, 2025

Press release

Leading Authority on Magnetic Navigation and Alternative GPS Technologies Joins Q-CTRL to Support Development of Quantum Navigation Tech

Aaron Canciani, former U.S. Air Force Navigation Engineer, brings 12+ years of experience in magnetic navigation technology to Q-CTRL’s efforts to provide robust solution to GPS denial.

October 22, 2025

Technical blog

Unlocking scalable photonic quantum computing with AI-enhanced circuit design

Photonic quantum computing promises scalability and fault tolerance. We’ve taken a major step forward using AI-enhanced optimization grounded in physics.

October 17, 2025

Press release

TIME Names Q-CTRL’s Ironstone Opal One of the Best Inventions of 2025

Quantum-based navigation system ensures planes and ships stay on course during GPS attacks

October 9, 2025

Press release

Q-CTRL Partners with QUCAN to Offer Global Virtual Classroom Experience to Aspiring Quantum Professionals

Partnership combines Q-CTRL’s Black Opal interactive quantum education platform with live expert instruction from prestigious universities and institutions

September 16, 2025

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