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IBM Quantum Roadmap

The future of computing is quantum-centric.

Quantum
Roadmap

Strategic milestones

All information being released represents IBM’s current intent, is subject to change or withdrawal, and represents only goals and objectives.

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2025

Extend algorithms on quantum computing + HPC and demonstrate error correction code.

We will release Quantum + HPC tools that will leverage Nighthawk, a new higher-connectivity quantum processor able to execute more complex circuits.

Why this matters for our clients and the world

We will provide tools and methods for exploring quantum advantage on a pre-fault-tolerant quantum computer working alongside HPC.

The technologies and innovations that will make this possible

Nighthawk, a modular processor with 120 square lattice qubits will allow more complex calculations using the same circuit depth. New and improved mitigation tools will leverage classical HPC to expand the set of circuits that can be accurately run with 5000 two-qubit gates. To prepare for the future, we will demonstrate c-couplers and next generation packaging for fault-tolerant quantum computing with the Loon quantum processor.

How these advancements will be delivered to IBM clients and partners

The Nighthawk processor with high qubit connectivity, capable of running 5,000 gates on 120 qubits, will be delivered through the IBM Quantum Platform.