'A true engineering feat': Silicon-based qubits have a clear advantage in race to million-qubit quantum computer thanks to tech that made Nvidia AI GPUs possible
A recent breakthrough in quantum computing has been achieved using existing lithography technology, which may address scalability issues. IMEC has successfully fabricated a network of silicon-based qubits with minimal separations, enhancing their coupling strength. This development could pave the way for commercially viable quantum computers that integrate with traditional silicon chips.
- ▪IMEC's breakthrough focuses on solving scalability issues in quantum computing.
- ▪The research hub has fabricated a network of qubits with separations of just 6 nanometers.
- ▪This advancement demonstrates compatibility with existing CMOS technology used in modern silicon chips.
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Pro 'A true engineering feat': Silicon-based qubits have a clear advantage in race to million-qubit quantum computer thanks to tech that made Nvidia AI GPUs possible News By Rahim Amir published 21 May 2026 A breakthrough led by existing lithography tech might be key to solving quantum computing's scaling issues When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter IMEC's breakthrough solves one of quantum computing's biggest issues: scalabilityThe approach leverages existing bleeding-edge lithography used for…
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