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Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Quantum Super Hub: Meet the ChatGPT of quantum computing unveiled in Canada
In a bold step toward making quantum computing accessible enough to solve everyday problems, the Canadian city of Lethbridge has launched a first-of-its-kind community-based Quantum Super Hub. This new facility is being hailed as the 'ChatGPT of quantum computing'. Similar to how ChatGPT made AI easy to use, the new hub brings the power of quantum computing and other high-powered tools like AI and GPUs within reach of local businesses, students, and researchers. "By anchoring Canada's first Super Hub at Tecconnect, we're giving local innovators the tools to solve global problems—from agri-tech to logistics—with computing power once thought to be years away," said Renae Barlow, vice president of Economic Development Lethbridge (EDL), a not-for-profit organization involved in the development of Quantum Super Hub,. The main highlight of the quantum super hub is that anyone can describe a problem in plain language, and the system automatically decides whether to solve it using quantum computing, AI, or traditional supercomputers. 'The whole value proposition for the super platform is that it leverages a combination of classical and quantum hardware. It uses Nvidia GPUs, it uses quantum parts, it uses gate-based quantum machines, it uses classical CPUs, and GPUs. It figures out how to best solve the problem using a combination of these architectures," said Muhammad Khan, CEO of SuperQ Quantum Computing, the company that developed the hub. The development is being seen as a major leap as quantum computers, while powerful, have traditionally been out of reach for most people and companies. This is because they require expensive lab setups, highly trained quantum scientists, and complex programming skills. What the Super Quantum Hub does differently is simplify the user experience while intelligently picking the right computing strategy—sometimes quantum, sometimes classical, often both. It's this combination that makes it powerful and accessible. On top of the tech, a formidable support system has been put in place to help users. According to the SuperQ team, local businesses can get help at every step—from identifying key problems to testing solutions and receiving training. Moreover, workshops, pilot programs, and various other opportunities from the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic are being offered to make sure people, researchers, and businesses benefit from the hub. "There are going to be students coming from the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic who are going to have the opportunity to immerse a little further in these technologies, and also, there's new initiatives propping up as we move forward. Even the access for researchers is a very exciting proposition with the hub being open now," Eyren Uggenti, who leads professional services at SuperQ, added. The implications of this new hub are huge. Until now, quantum computing has been a distant dream for most industries. With this new model, companies in fields like precision agriculture, agri-tech, logistics, manufacturing, and finance can actually use quantum-level power to solve problems that are too complex or time-consuming. For instance, they can model climate risk in real time, simulate complex supply chains, or optimize energy use in manufacturing processes. Additionally, quantum hardware remains expensive and specialized. This is why the new hybrid model, where quantum is used only when needed, proves important. It allows industries to start benefiting from quantum power today without waiting for the technology to fully mature. Looking ahead, if the Lethbridge Super Quantum Hub proves successful, SuperQ plans to expand, with the next hub expected to open in the United Arab Emirates. The hope is that this model will unlock access to quantum computing worldwide.
Global News
20-06-2025
- Business
- Global News
World's first quantum computing super hub boots up in Lethbridge
Businesses in Lethbridge, Alta., are the first in the world to experience a brand-new technology that will soon be spread across the planet. It's been dubbed the 'ChatGPT of quantum computing' by its founders and economic experts are eager to see it in action. 'We are so excited to have the super quantum hub here in Lethbridge,' said Renae Barlow, vice-president of entrepreneurship and innovation at Economic Development Lethbridge. While it all sounds exciting, what is a super quantum computing hub? Well, Muhammad Khan, founder and CEO of SuperQ Quantum Computing, the company behind the hub, says it's as simple as adding a few components together. 'The whole value proposition for the super platform is it leverages a combination of classical and quantum hardware. It used Nvidia GPUs, it uses (quantum parts), it uses gate-based quantum machines, it uses classical CPUs, GPUs. It figures out how to best solve the problem using a combination of these architectures.' Story continues below advertisement Simple. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy While the details ca be left for the experts, the Tecconnect team and Economic Development Lethbridge say it will make a big impact on the local area. 'Having this type of access for our southern Alberta companies and industries puts us ahead. We're now leading as the only quantum hub. Well, (businesses) have got access to technology that nobody else does,' said Barlow. But why was Lethbridge chosen to be the pioneers of such a groundbreaking technology? According to Barlow, it's the industries around here. 'The industries that we have here are producing massive amounts of data. When you think about agriculture alone, just in precision ag, agri-food, agri-tech, we have manufacturing here, we have logistics here. All of those have massive amounts of data.' The man spearheading the operation, Eyren Uggenti, says it will be more than just businesses that can benefit from the hub. 'There's going to be students coming from the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic who are going to have the opportunity to immerse a little further in these technologies and also, there's new initiatives propping up as we move forward. Even the access for researchers is a very exciting proposition with the hub being open now.' Khan says the next hub is expected to be opened in the United Arab Emirates, with others planned across different countries and continents in time.
CTV News
19-06-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Quantum super hub in Lethbridge offers advanced computing to businesses, organizations
A new quantum super hub launched by Economic Development Lethbridge is helping to make Lethbridge a national leader in advanced computing. A new quantum super hub is helping to make Lethbridge a national leader in advanced computing. The community-based hub was launched by Economic Development Lethbridge at Tecconnect. Businesses and organizations can access quantum-powered computing skills to solve real problems. The hub is described as a supercharged problem-solver where businesses can input information and data to find answers. The hub can help find the most efficient delivery route, help schedule staff and model risk in financial or climate systems. A new quantum super hub launched by Economic Development Lethbridge is helping to make Lethbridge a national leader in advanced computing. A new quantum super hub launched by Economic Development Lethbridge is helping to make Lethbridge a national leader in advanced computing. 'When you think about agriculture alone, just in precision ag, in agri-food, agri-tech, we have manufacturing here, we have supply chain, we have logistics—all of those have massive amounts of data that are often running into supply chain issues,' said Renae Barlow, Economic Development Lethbridge entrepreneurship and innovation vice-president. 'We know with tariffs—how else do you calculate all the impact that tariffs might be having on all parts of your operation? Now, you have the ability to push all of that data into one central place and maybe come up with some solutions that you may not have even thought of.' SuperQ Quantum plans to open 20 hubs throughout Canada, the U.S. and Asia over the next six months.
