{
  "id": 8143179,
  "title": "DoE seeking fault-tolerant quantum computer ... by 2028",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/doe-seeking-fault-tolerant-quantum-computer-by-2028-8143179",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-17T20:09:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Register Science",
    "slug": "the-register-science",
    "url": "https://www.theregister.com/hpc/2026/09/17/doe-seeking-fault-tolerant-quantum-computer-by-2028/5297311"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The US Department of Energy is seeking to develop a fault-tolerant, scientifically relevant quantum computer by 2028, through its Quantum Genesis Q Competition. This initiative aims to create a first-generation quantum computer capable of 10³ hard operations with at least 10 logical qubits. Should awardees succeed in delivering a validated prototype, they may access a $100 million incentive pool to build the first-generation SRQC by fall 2028. The competition anticipates up to $215 million in funding, contingent on congressional appropriations, with awards tied to milestones. QuEra is reportedly developing a system with over 256 logical qubits, which may meet the competition's initial target, but the Department of Energy's goals are notably ambitious.",
  "summary": "Entrants get $250K upfront to deliver a demo within a year, which sounds totally feasible given quantum computing's track record",
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        "outlet": "The Register",
        "title": "DoE seeking fault-tolerant quantum computer ... by 2028",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/doe-seeking-fault-tolerant-quantum-computer-by-2028",
        "published": "2026-09-17T20:09:45.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}