Silicon Quantum Computing Leads Global Race for Commercial-Scale Quantum Computers
The world of computing is on the brink of a major revolution, as the physical limitations of conventional silicon are being breached by atomic-level precision. Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC), a deep-tech company based in Sydney, Australia, is currently leading the global race to deliver commercial-scale quantum computers.
With the support of processing infrastructure from AMD, SQC promises a significant leap that is set to transform the industrial landscape, ranging from telecommunications to defence, by the year 2033.
The greatest challenge in quantum computing remains qubit stability. SQC addresses this challenge through a unique approach: placing individual phosphorus atoms into isotopically pure silicon with extraordinary accuracy of 0.13 nanometres. This level of precision is crucial for minimising noise and ensuring full control over quantum operations.
As a spin-off from the Australian university system, SQC has secured funding of AU$180 million (approximately Rp1.9 trillion). With a team of 85 engineers, the company has launched specialised application systems, such as ‘Watermelon’ and ‘Quantum Twins’, to meet current quantum machine learning needs.
To manage data complexity at the atomic level, SQC integrates AMD Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC technology. This platform serves as a bridge between the quantum and classical worlds, enabling high-flexibility, real-time qubit control and readout.
SQC’s technology is moving beyond laboratory experimentation and is already being tested across various strategic sectors. Michelle Simmons, Founder and CEO of SQC, emphasised that the future of computing lies in heterogeneous systems where quantum, classical, and AI technologies work side-by-side.
‘Delivering commercial-scale quantum computers requires the most modern hardware in the world. We are proud to undertake this journey alongside AMD,’ she stated.
With the capability to produce hundreds of chip designs annually and supported by robust AMD infrastructure, SQC is on track to deliver the first commercial quantum computers by 2033. The integration of atomic-scale fabrication and a comprehensive internal software stack remains the key to SQC’s success in this future technological competition.