In a groundbreaking collaboration, TELUS, a leading Canadian telecommunications company, has partnered with Photonic Inc., a pioneering BC-based company, to accelerate the development of next-generation quantum communications in Canada. This first-of-its-kind partnership will utilize TELUS’ advanced fibre-optic network to test and advance quantum technologies, promising to reshape Canada’s digital landscape and drive economic growth.
The collaboration provides a path for industries such as finance, security, and logistics to prepare for a quantum-secure future. Dr. Stephanie Simmons, Founder and Chief Quantum Officer at Photonic, hailed the partnership as a significant step forward in building the foundation for a quantum-ready future that will revolutionize computing and digital communication across Canada and beyond. Nazim Benhadid, Chief Technology Officer at TELUS, emphasized the company’s commitment to investing in cutting-edge technologies that will support a secure and connected future in Canada.
Accelerating Quantum Communications in Canada: A Collaborative Effort
TELUS, a leading Canadian telecommunications company, has joined forces with Photonic Inc., a pioneering BC-based company, to accelerate the development of next-generation quantum communications in Canada. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the country’s quest to establish itself as a global leader in the quantum race.
The partnership will leverage TELUS’ advanced fibre-optic network to test groundbreaking quantum technologies and emerging solutions that promise to reshape Canada’s digital landscape, improve productivity, and drive economic growth. By providing Photonic dedicated access to its infrastructure, TELUS is enabling the testing of real-world applications that will help industries such as finance, security, and logistics prepare for a quantum-secure future.
Quantum technology has moved beyond academic research and is entering the commercial realm, with companies like Photonic leading the charge. The collaboration with TELUS provides a path for these industries to accelerate the commercialization of quantum technologies, set to reshape how they approach computing and secure communication, both in Canada and worldwide. This effort marks a major milestone for both companies as they work to lay the foundation for a quantum internet.
Enabling Quantum Capabilities through Advanced Infrastructure
As part of this collaboration, TELUS is providing Photonic access to a 30-kilometre dedicated fibre network in British Columbia – configured to test increasingly complex quantum networking that leverage quantum encryption for ultra-secure, tamper-evident transfer of information over long distances. This state-of-the-art infrastructure will enable Photonic to advance critical capabilities in quantum computing (solving complex problems beyond the reach of today’s computers), quantum networking, and quantum key distribution (using quantum signals to create secure encryption) – technologies crucial for the future of digital security and innovation.
The dedicated fibre network is connected to TELUS’ national infrastructure, offering potential for broader, nationwide testing. This marks the first time a Canadian startup has been granted access to a major telecom operator’s network for the purpose of developing quantum communication capabilities. The collaboration will enable Photonic to accelerate its development of quantum technologies, which are set to revolutionize computing and digital communication across Canada and beyond.
Building a Quantum-Ready Future
The collaboration between TELUS and Photonic is part of a broader commitment to investing in cutting-edge technologies that will support a secure and connected future in Canada. By building the quantum infrastructure today, they are helping unlock economic potential and empower industries to innovate and compete globally. Quantum technology holds the potential to solve some of the world’s most complex computation problems, ranging from materials development to climate-friendly catalyst development.
However, it also presents new challenges, including the ability to break existing encryption methods within the next decade. This collaboration helps position Canada as a global leader in the quantum race, ensuring everyday Canadians and businesses are prepared for a quantum-secure future. As Dr. Stephanie Simmons, Founder and Chief Quantum Officer at Photonic, noted, “This collaboration with TELUS allows us to move from the lab into real-world applications, showcasing the compatibility of our technology with existing infrastructure.”
Unlocking Economic Potential through Quantum Innovation
The partnership between TELUS and Photonic is expected to drive economic growth by unlocking new opportunities for industries in Canada. By accelerating the development of quantum technologies, they are helping position Canadian businesses to innovate and compete globally. As Nazim Benhadid, Chief Technology Officer at TELUS, stated, “This collaboration is part of our broader commitment to investing in cutting-edge technologies that will support a secure and connected future in Canada.”
The collaboration marks a significant step forward in building the foundation for a quantum-ready future that will revolutionize computing and digital communication across Canada and beyond. By working together, TELUS and Photonic are helping ensure that Canada remains at the forefront of the quantum race, driving innovation and economic growth for years to come.
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