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IBM to build its first European quantum data centre to serve expanding ecosystem
requirements , including processing all job data within EU borders . The facility will be IBM ’ s second quantum data centre and quantum cloud region , after Poughkeepsie , New York .
IBM has announced plans to open its first Europe-based quantum data centre to facilitate access to cutting-edge Quantum Computing for companies , research institutions and government agencies . The data centre is expected to be operational in 2024 with multiple IBM Quantum Computing systems , each with utility-scale quantum processors , i . e ., those of more than 100 qubits .
The data centre will be located at IBM ’ s facility in Ehningen , Germany , and will serve as IBM Quantum ’ s European cloud region . Users in Europe and elsewhere in the world will be able to provide services at the data centre for their cloud-based Quantum Computing research and exploratory activity . The data centre is being designed to help clients continue to manage their European data regulation
The IBM Quantum Network currently has more than 60 organisations across Europe accessing quantum hardware and software via the cloud , including Bosch ; Bundeswehr University ; Crédit Mutuel Alliance Fédérale , including its technology subsidiary Euro- Information and Targobank ; Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron ( DESY ); E . ON ; the European Organization for Nuclear Research ( CERN ); Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft ; Poznan Supercomputing and Networking Center ( PSNC ); and T-Systems .
These clients across Europe are exploring potential uses for Quantum Computing including material science , high-energy physics , energy transition , sustainability and financial applications .
Birmingham Airport to transform passenger security experience with new CT screening technology
Smiths Detection , a global leader in threat detection and security screening technologies , has announced that it has been selected to supply fully integrated checkpoints throughout Birmingham Airport as part of its £ 20 million security screening upgrade .
The new security checkpoints will feature Smiths Detection ’ s HI- SCAN 6040 CTiX , a computed tomography ( CT ) X-ray scanner , which produces high-resolution volumetric 3D images for quicker and deeper baggage assessment and low false-alarm rates . Implementation of the new scanner will allow passengers to leave their liquids and electronics in their hand luggage , which in turn will help to speed up security screening , while ensuring that safety is not compromised . The HI-SCAN 6040 CTiX is ECAC EDS CB C3 and TSA Certified . Other new solutions to be supplied to Birmingham Airport include the iLane , an automatic tray return system and additional X-ray systems which will also be deployed at staff and visitor checkpoints . In addition , Smiths Detection will deliver a comprehensive training programme that includes face-to-face trainings for supervisors and operators and five years of service support .
“ We ’ re delighted that Birmingham Airport has selected Smiths Detection to provide it with leading technology to enhance security outcomes and improve efficiency for a smoother passenger experience ,” said Andy Evripides , Smiths Detection UK Head of Market .
“ Once built and operational in June 2024 , our new pre-flight screening area will further enhance our already high standards of security as well as improve the efficiency of our operation ,” said Stephen Barker , Development & Construction Director at Birmingham Airport . “ This improved efficiency will enable us to process customers quickly , especially at peak travel times .”
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