First of its kind collaboration uses TELUS'
PureFibre infrastructure to advance quantum communications
VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 28,
2024 /CNW/ - TELUS is excited to announce a
collaboration with Photonic Inc., a pioneering BC-based company, to
accelerate the development of next-generation quantum
communications in Canada. TELUS
will provide Photonic dedicated access to its advanced fibre-optic
network, enabling the testing of groundbreaking quantum
technologies and emerging solutions that promise to reshape
Canada's digital landscape,
improve productivity and drive economic growth.
Over the past several years, 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 industries such as finance, security and
logistics to prepare for a quantum-secure future. With TELUS'
infrastructure enabling the testing of real-world applications,
Photonic is helping accelerate the commercialization of quantum
technologies, set to reshape how industries approach computing and
secure communication, both in Canada and worldwide.
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.
This effort marks a major milestone for both companies as they
work to lay the foundation for a quantum internet. The dedicated
fibre network is connected to TELUS' national infrastructure,
offering potential for broader, nationwide testing and marking 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. It follows impressive milestones
recently achieved by Photonic, including a successful demonstration
of entanglement distribution between independent systems in a
commercial setting (entanglement allows particles to share quantum
information across distances), an essential component of scaling
quantum networks.
"This collaboration with TELUS allows us to move from the lab
into real-world applications, showcasing the compatibility of our
technology with existing infrastructure," said Dr. Stephanie Simmons, Founder and Chief Quantum
Officer at Photonic. "It 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."
"At TELUS we believe quantum computing is the next frontier in
digital communications and I'm excited to see breakthroughs and
innovations from Photonic," said Nazim
Benhadid, Chief Technology Officer at TELUS. "This
collaboration is part of our broader commitment to investing in
cutting-edge technologies that will support a secure and connected
future in Canada. By building the
quantum infrastructure today, we 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 between TELUS and Photonic helps position
Canada as a global leader in the
quantum race, ensuring everyday Canadians and businesses are
prepared for a quantum-secure future.
About Photonic
Photonic Inc. is a leading quantum company building scalable,
fault tolerant quantum computing and networking platforms that
deliver commercially relevant quantum solutions. Photonic's
'entanglement first' architecture enables modular networking by
uniquely integrating the required compute, connect, and error
correction capabilities needed to achieve utility-scale quantum
computing. Our native telecom networking interface and modular
approach are designed for integration into existing data centre and
telecom environments.
Our team brings together the best of industry experience and
cutting-edge scientific expertise. Multinational partners and
investors bring the benefits of global infrastructure and proven
delivery platforms. The company is led by innovators with deep
expertise in silicon quantum technology, high performance
computing, and telecommunications. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with offices in
the United States and the
United Kingdom, Photonic has grown
to more than 140 employees. To learn more about the company, visit
www.photonic.com
About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a dynamic, world-leading
communications technology company with more than $20 billion in annual revenue and over 19 million
customer connections spanning wireless, data, IP, voice,
television, entertainment, video, and security. Our social purpose
is to leverage our global-leading technology and compassion to
drive social change and enable remarkable human outcomes. Our
longstanding commitment to putting our customers first fuels every
aspect of our business, making us a distinct leader in customer
service excellence and loyalty. The numerous, sustained accolades
TELUS has earned over the years from independent, industry-leading
network insight firms showcase the strength and speed of TELUS'
global-leading networks, reinforcing our commitment to provide
Canadians with access to superior technology that connects us to
the people, resources and information that make our lives
better.
Operating in 32 countries around the world, TELUS Digital
Experience (TSX and NYSE: TIXT) is a leading digital customer
experience innovator that designs, builds, and delivers
next-generation solutions, including AI and content moderation, for
global and disruptive brands across strategic industry verticals,
including tech and games, communications and media, eCommerce and
fintech, banking, financial services and insurance, healthcare, and
others.
TELUS Health is a global healthcare leader, which provides
employee and family primary and preventive healthcare and wellbeing
solutions. Our TELUS team, along with our 100,000 health
professionals, are leveraging the combination of TELUS' strong
digital and data analytics capabilities with our unsurpassed client
service to dramatically improve remedial, preventive and mental
health outcomes covering over 75 million lives, and growing, around
the world. As the largest provider of digital solutions and digital
insights of its kind, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods
enables efficient and sustainable production from seed to store,
helping improve the safety and quality of food and other goods in a
way that is traceable to end consumers.
Driven by our determination and vision to connect all citizens
for good, our deeply meaningful and enduring philosophy to give
where we live has inspired TELUS and our team to contribute
$1.7 billion, including 2.2 million
days of service since 2000. This unprecedented generosity and
unparalleled volunteerism have made TELUS the most giving company
in the world. Together, let's make the future friendly.
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Media Contact
TELUS:
Athyu Eleti
TELUS Public Relations
athyu.eleti@telus.com
Photonic Inc.:
Laurie
Davis
Interprose PR for Photonic Inc.
+1 804 337 2569
Laurie_Davis@interprosepr.com
SOURCE TELUS Communications Inc.