Atos launches the highest-performing quantum simulator in the world
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
The 'Atos Quantum Learning Machine' is based on a universal programming language
driven by a new ultra-compact supercomputer
Paris, Brussels, 4(th) July 2017 - Atos, a global leader in digital
transformation, today introduces the world's first commercially available
machine-system capable of simulating up to 40 quantum bits (Qubits). The
simulator, named 'Atos Quantum Learning Machine' (Atos QLM), is powered by an
ultra-compact supercomputer and a universal programming language. Available in
5 power configurations (30 to 40 Qubits) to cover the needs of different
organizations, Atos QLM enables researchers, students and engineers to develop
and test today the quantum applications and algorithms of tomorrow. The machine,
designed by the 'Atos Quantum' laboratory - the first major quantum industry
program in Europe, launched in November 2016 - has developed several top-class
innovations which have resulted in numerous patent applications.
At the announcement of the Atos Quantum Learning Machine Thierry Breton,
Chairman and CEO of Atos, said: "Today, by unveiling the highest-performing
commercial quantum simulator in the world, Atos reaffirms both its ambition to
be the industry leader in Europe and its role to accompany its clients from the
outset in what is likely to be the next major technological evolution. Quantum
physics will lead to profound changes notably in cybersecurity, one of the key
strategic priorities of businesses. We must be planning for the impact of these
today. The teams at our Atos Quantum laboratory have made remarkable progress,
recognized and supported by an internationally renowned Scientific Council, to
provide, today, scientists and engineers from around the world with a simulation
environment which enables them to develop quantum algorithms to prepare for the
major accelerations to come."
Overcoming the physical boundaries of current computing...
Whereas Moore's Law[1], which governs the microprocessor industry and has
structured computing for over 50 years, will soon become obsolete, the quantum
computer - based on the principles of quantum mechanics - is expected to
overcome the physical boundaries of present-day computing, thus opening up new
opportunities, particularly in intensive computing.
...and anticipating the next major disruptions in cyber security
Amongst the calculating capabilities offered by quantum computing is quasi-
instantaneous factorization in prime numbers (Shor's algorithm) which would make
most of the current asymmetric encryption algorithms, such as RSA - the basis of
all current internet security and banking systems - vulnerable.
It is for this reason that Atos is already working to implement 'quantum safe'
security algorithms, the level of complexity of which would allow data to be
protected from any unlawful decryption, including by a quantum computer.
Atos Quantum Learning Machine: an easily installable turnkey solution for
researchers and developers
This is why Atos has developed the Atos Quantum Learning Machine (Atos QLM), the
first commercial quantum simulator, powered by a universal programming language
and a new ultra-compact supercomputer. Atos QLM will also be used to work
towards new quantum algorithms, and will be available for the entire scientific
and developer communities.
* A universal programming language: aQasm (Atos Quantum Assembly Language)
The teams working in the Atos Quantum laboratory have developed a universal
language:
* 100% quantum: aQasm can be executed as of today on a quantum simulator but
also on quantum accelerators or physical quantum computers as soon as they
are developed;
* Configurable: aQasm offers the ability to program quantum gates (by analogy
to the Boolean gates of classical computing) and to mix them with other
existing quantum gates in order to deliver more complete extensions;
* Standardized: aQasm is the common language of all future developments from
the Atos Group on quantum, ensuring interoperability over time and a smooth
transition to quantum.
Thanks to this universal configuration, aQasm enables connectors, which carry
programs from other quantum simulators, to be developed.
* A new ultra-compact supercomputer, the same size as an enterprise server
Atos Quantum teams have designed a new ultra-compact supercomputer to run this
universal quantum language, which offers:
* The ability to process Qubits in memory and thus speed up processing;
* A unique firmware (micro-software integrated in the hardware) optimizing the
data exchanges as defined in the quantum model developed in aQasm;
* Specific hardware components to accelerate specific quantum calculations and
which can eventually be replaced by quantum accelerators.
The fact that this machine is the same size as a standard business server means
it can easily be installed on-site at all types of clients.
Outstanding results praised by a world-class Scientific Council
As work progresses, Atos Quantum continues to work with a world-renowned
Scientific Council, the last meeting of which was on 31(st) May, and which
approved the scientific value of Atos' work.
Earl Joseph, CEO at Hyperion Research - formerly IDC Research - was impressed by
the announcement and commented: "There is real excitement about new technologies
like Quantum Computing, however many things are needed to help users learn how
to program and use Quantum computers. By providing universities, research
institutes and both large and small businesses across the world access to its
QLM, Atos is enabling organizations to experiment with Quantum computing and
prepare for this potential revolution in computing. With this announcement Atos
is providing a market accelerator for learning how to do Quantum computing."
In the coming years, quantum computing should be able to tackle the explosion of
data brought about by Big Data and the Internet of Things. Thanks to its
innovative targeted computing acceleration capabilities based in particular on
the exascale class supercomputer Bull Sequana[2], quantum computing should also
foster developments in deep learning, algorithms and artificial intelligence for
domains as varied as pharmaceutical or new materials. To move forward on these
issues, Atos plans to set up several partnerships with research centers and
universities around the world.
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About Atos
Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with approximately 100,000
employees in 72 countries and annual revenue of around ? 12 billion. The
European number one in Big Data, Cybersecurity, High Performance Computing and
Digital Workplace, The Group provides Cloud services, Infrastructure & Data
Management, Business & Platform solutions, as well as transactional services
through Worldline, the European leader in the payment industry. With its
cutting-edge technologies, digital expertise and industry knowledge, Atos
supports the digital transformation of its clients across various business
sectors: Defense, Financial Services, Health, Manufacturing, Media, Energy &
Utilities, Public sector, Retail, Telecommunications and Transportation. The
Group is the Worldwide Information Technology Partner for the Olympic &
Paralympic Games and operates under the brands Atos, Atos Consulting, Atos
Worldgrid, Bull, Canopy, Unify and Worldline. Atos SE (Societas Europaea) is
listed on the CAC40 Paris stock index.
Press contacts:
Terence Zakka | terence.zakka(at)atos.net | +33 1 73 26 40 76 | (at)Mr_Zakka
Sylvie Raybaud | sylvie.raybaud(at)atos.net | +33 6 95 91 96 71 - (at)Sylvie_Raybaud
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[1] In 1965, the co-founder of Intel, Gordon Moore, observed that the number of
transistors per microprocessor doubled every 12 months (then every 24 months
from 1975), which gave birth to 'Moore's Law', taken on by the processor
industry as a target to follow.
[2] Launched in April 2016, the Bull Sequana is the most powerful supercomputer
in Europe, capable in the coming years of processing a billion billions
operations per second.
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