Dear Daily Qubit readers,

A big thank you to all for the support you’ve given and continue to give during this endeavor. And thank you to all who have reached out, connected for a chat, or provided feedback. Your time and input are invaluable.

I’ve spent many minutes, hours, days thinking about how I can continue to improve the Daily Qubit for the sake of creating additional value for all readers. And in doing so, I’ve decided to revamp the Sunday edition.

Going forward, Sunday will be dedicated to resources, tools, and tips from the community.

But that’s not all that’s changing!

Here’s what to expect in the coming weeks:

• The always free edition of the Daily Qubit will continue to get better, especially with feedback! Sundays are being revamped — additional content from the community for tips, resources and tools. Plus…I hear there might be exclusive interviews just for subscribers 👀 

• The Daily Qubit is getting a Premium version— you may have noticed my Saturday posting has been inconsistent at best. Saturdays are development days through and through. And coming soon, they’ll be especially reserved for a Daily Qubit Premium feature. My goal is to get this out to you within the next two weeks. 🤞

• Universum Labs, the home of the ideation most near and dear to my heart, will launch an MVP soon. This will be a place to explore the depths of the current state of our knowledge, to find inspiration for new paths to explore/research, to connect with a like-minded community, and to store your own creative ideas for exploration. 🗺️

• Referral program — The Daily Qubit, free and premium alike, will get a referral program! Details to come soon. ☕

In the meantime, if there is anything you’ve ever thought “I really wish there was a resource for this,” please let me know! I’d love to continue to mold this newsletter and future platform to fit your needs.

Send me a message at [email protected] for musings, coffee chats, and suggestions on what you’d like to see next.

Cheers,

Cierra

IN TODAY’S ISSUE:

• WEEKEND BYTES: the 4th annual Quantum Computing Summer Short Course is almost here, the Reddit Weekly Thread you should be following, the CEO of OQC is stepping down, and the similarity between quantum computing and aviation

• TURN UP THE VOLUME: Yuval Boger interviews the CEO of EeroQ, Nick Farino, on this past week’s The Superposition Guy’s podcast; Taha Selim helps you understand the quantum teleportation protocol; and something new is coming soon 👀 

• ENTANGLED INSIGHTS: The Theoretical Minimum lecture series for those interested in learning quantum mechanics

• CODE CHRONICLES: liboqs, from the Open Quantum Safe project, for PQC

• FOR YOUR QUANTUM LIBRARY: “Dancing with Qubits” second edition is on the agenda this week

• ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS: Yuri Manin, arguably the first to suggest quantum computing, and renowned mathematician

• POLL: Give a quick vote and tell me what you think!

WEEKEND BYTES

• The LPS Qubit Collaboratory is hosting its 4th annual Quantum Computing Summer Short Course, a virtual event from July 8-19, 2024 for early graduate students and advanced undergraduates.

• Check out this Reddit Weekly Thread dedicated to career, education, textbook recommendations, and basic questions in the quantum computing for both beginners and professionals.

• Oxford Quantum Circuits announced that CEO Dr. Ilana Wisby is stepping down, with Gerald Mullaly stepping in as interim CEO while the board searches for a permanent replacement. Wisby played a significant role in growing the company from an Oxford University spin-out to a leading quantum computing service provider.

• An interview with Joe Altepeter, overseer of multiple DARPA programs relating to quantum computing, in which he makes a comparison of the state of quantum computing today to the early days of aviation, with various tech companies and startups exploring different approaches and applications. The common goal is in establishing a foundational understanding while recognizing the potential of quantum computers in diverse fields.

TURN UP THE VOLUME

THE SUPERPOSITION GUY’S PODCAST

On this past week’s episode of the Superposition Guy’s Podcast, Yuval Boger interviews Nick Farina, CEO of EeroQ.

They discuss EeroQ's unique approach to quantum computers, the company's journey and current focus, quantum ethics, and an ambitious plan to achieve an unprecedented 10,000 qubits by 2026

Nick also addresses challenges related to funding, the potential adverse effects of quantum technology, and more.

DR. TAHA SELIM’S CHANNEL

On this week’s episode, Taha walks you through a tutorial on quantum teleportation.

Quantum teleportation is a process that transfers quantum information between particles over distance without moving the physical particles themselves. This principle of quantum mechanics is relevant to quantum computing in terms of securely connecting quantum computers for distributed computation, enabling high-precision quantum sensors, and using quantum key distribution to secure remote communications.

TDQ EXCHANGE

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ENTANGLED INSIGHTS

PHYSICS

While not everyone who works in the quantum industry needs to harbor a deep love of quantum mechanics, it can serve as an invaluable resource for understanding the nuances of the technology. Plus, it’s just plain fun.

There are educators, and then there are those we’ll never forget. Leonard Susskind has inspired students all over the world to pursue theoretical physics. Leonard recognized the need for more universal access to advanced physics education and created The Theoretical Minimum series for those in other industries curious about physics, for those enthusiasts who want to learn more about physics, and for those who are craving a refresher on physics.

From classical mechanics to entanglement and beyond, this video series is perfect for anyone looking to add this to their skillset. Here is the first lecture in the series Lecture 1: Quantum Mechanics.

Additional lectures are as follows:

Lecture 2: The basic logic of quantum mechanics

Lecture 3: Vector spaces and operators

Lecture 4: Time evolution of a quantum system

Lecture 5: Uncertainty, unitary evolution, and the Schrodinger equation

Lecture 6: Entanglement

Lecture 7: Entanglement and the nature of reality

Lecture 8: Particles moving in one dimension and their operators

Lecture 9: Fourier analysis applied to quantum mechanics and the uncertainty principle

Lecture 10: The uncertainty principle and classical analogs

CODE CHRONICLES

liboqs

KEY FEATURES

• Collection of quantum-safe KEM and digital signature algorithms

• Common API for cryptographic algorithms

• Test harness and benchmarking tools

• Prototype integrations with protocols like TLS, X.509, and S/MIME

• Part of the Open Quantum Safe project

USE CASES

• Research in post-quantum cryptography

• Prototyping quantum-safe cryptographic solutions

• Integration into applications for testing and deployment of quantum-safe cryptography

ROADMAP

• Continued support for NIST PQC standardization project algorithms and improvements in quantum-safe cryptographic implementations.

COMMUNITY & SUPPORT

• The OQS project is supported by the Post-Quantum Cryptography Alliance as part of the Linux Foundation.

Interested in contributing? Check out the contributing guide and join the Open Quantum Safe Discord community.

FOR YOUR QUANTUM LIBRARY

DANCING WITH QUBITS

OVERVIEW:

I recently started reading "Dancing with Qubits,” which provides an accessible introduction to the principles of quantum computing and its potential applications. Written by Robert S. Sutor, who is a seasoned expert in the field, the book is designed to help readers understand the complexities of quantum computing and its implications for the future.

Key features include a comprehensive coverage of quantum computing fundamentals, illustrative examples and exercises to reinforce learning, and a focus on both theoretical concepts and practical implementations.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Students, researchers, and professionals interested in quantum computing

REVIEW SUMMARY:

Thorough review coming this Wednesday, in The Daily Qubit!

ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS

YURI MANIN, 1937 - 2023

ABOUT:

Yuri Manin was a renowned Russian mathematician who made significant contributions to algebraic geometry, number theory, and mathematical physics. He is celebrated for his work on the Manin-Mumford conjecture and the development of the theory of quantum groups.

Manin was one of the pioneers in proposing the concept of quantum computing in the 1980s as he recognized its potential for solving complex problems faster than classical computers. He also contributed to the understanding of mirror symmetry and its implications in string theory. Manin's interdisciplinary work bridged mathematics and physics, and influenced both fields profoundly.

RECOMMENDED PUBLICATIONS:

Mathematics and Physics

This book explores the deep connections between mathematics and theoretical physics and provides insights into the mathematical structures underlying physical theories.

Quantum Groups and Noncommutative Geometry

This is Manin's pioneering work on quantum groups which introduces the algebraic structures that play an important role in the mathematical formulation of quantum mechanics.

Classical Computing, Quantum Computing, and Shor’s Factoring Algorithm

This paper examines the relationship between classical and quantum computing, with a focus on Shor's groundbreaking algorithm for factoring integers efficiently on a quantum computer.

Mathematics as Metaphor

This reflective work covers the philosophical and metaphorical aspects of mathematics by providing a broader perspective on how mathematical thinking influences and is influenced by other fields, including physics.

(I also found this list of all his publications, if you’re interested.)

UNTIL TOMORROW.

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