From Nobel-Winning Science to a Quantum Future: Fujitsu's Journey in Superconducting Computing
Quantum computing took center stage at the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics—and Fujitsu is building on this legacy to shape the future.
Congratulations to John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis for their pioneering work in superconducting quantum circuits. Their discovery revealed “quantum physics in action” by showing that macroscopic systems can exhibit quantum behaviors—a monumental step for practical applications [1]. At Fujitsu Research, we celebrate the laureates for transforming an abstract scientific question into a technological roadmap.
Inspired by this foundational research, Fujitsu has spent decades advancing quantum computing. Our expertise in high-performance computing, including the supercomputer Fugaku (jointly developed with RIKEN), gives us a unique perspective as we build hybrid quantum-classical systems for real-world breakthroughs.
Our partnership with RIKEN has accelerated progress in superconducting quantum computing. In 2023, we launched our first 64-qubit quantum computer, and by 2025, unveiled a world-leading 256-qubit machine—quadrupling our qubit count in less than two years [2 & 3]. These milestones demonstrate our commitment to scalability and innovation.
Looking ahead, Fujitsu’s roadmap includes building a 1,000-qubit computer by 2026 and a 10,000-qubit machine by 2030 [4]. Our goal is to develop fault-tolerant quantum computers capable of solving problems beyond the reach of today’s supercomputers, with potential to revolutionize industries from drug discovery and materials science to finance and logistics.
The journey from fundamental scientific discovery to world-changing technology is built on the contributions of many. The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics is a powerful reminder of the importance of curiosity-driven research. It is on the shoulders of giants like Clarke, Devoret, and Martinis that we stand, as we work to unlock the immense power of the quantum realm to create a more sustainable and prosperous world.
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References
[1] The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. (2025, October 7). Nobel Prize in Physics 2025. https://lnkd.in/daQ6JjEu
[2] Fujitsu. (2024, May 22). Exploring new frontiers with Fujitsu's quantum computing research and development. https://lnkd.in/gAuHwN9b
[3] Fujitsu. (2025, April 22). Fujitsu and RIKEN develop world-leading 256-qubit superconducting quantum computer. https://lnkd.in/gdpFiV3d
[4] Fujitsu. (2025, August 1). Fujitsu starts official development of plus-10,000 qubit superconducting quantum computer targeting completion in 2030. https://lnkd.in/g3vsmnsQ