The Rigetti Quantum Computer Coming Soon in Azure Quantum

Rigetti Computing today announced a partnership with Microsoft to bring Rigetti quantum computers to the Azure Quantum service. When it becomes available on the market in Q1 2022, the Rigetti quantum computer will be the largest quantum computer accessible on Azure Quantum.

“We are excited to bring the speed and scale of Rigetti quantum computers to the Azure Quantum market,” said Taryn Naidu, CEO of Rigetti. “Microsoft has nurtured an impressive community of quantum developers and researchers. Together, we can power a new generation of algorithms that chart the path towards quantum advantage. “

“Rigetti’s scalable approach to superconducting quantum computers will create new opportunities for the Azure Quantum development community,” said Krysta Svore, General Manager of Microsoft Quantum. “We are working closely with Rigetti to deliver a hybrid quantum-classical computer with the performance to solve problems that were previously beyond its capabilities.”

In addition to Rigetti, Azure Quantum already supports the following quantum hardware options:

• Honeywell Quantum Solutions: High fidelity ion trap system, fully connected qubits and the ability to perform mid-circuit measurements.
• IONQ: The trapped ion quantum computer is dynamically reconfigurable for up to 11 fully connected qubits, allowing you to run a two-qubit gate between any pair.
• Quantum Circuits, Inc: Fast and high fidelity system with powerful real-time feedback to enable error correction.

The source: Microsoft