Quantum Leap: Finnish Scientists Double Qubit Coherence and Accelerate the Future of Computing
A new milestone has just rewritten the quantum computing roadmap: Finnish researchers have achieved record-breaking coherence times in qubits , nearly doubling previous world records. This development isn’t just a technical feat—it’s a pivotal step toward scalable, practical quantum computers capable of solving problems once thought impossible for classical machines. What Happened? The Breakthrough Explained Quantum coherence describes how long a qubit remains in its delicate quantum state—crucial for reliable computation and complex problem-solving. Until now, incoherence and noise have severely limited real-world quantum operations. In a landmark experiment, scientists from Aalto University’s QCD Labs and Finland’s VTT Technical Research Centre engineered superconducting qubits with an unprecedentedly low-loss dielectric material and ultra-precise control systems. Key Achievements: Domino Effect on Performance: Qubits sustained quantum states for over 1...