PartnershipJul 27, 2026, 07:06 AM
D-Wave Expands Quantum Computing Partnership with AT&T
AI Summary
D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced an expanded agreement with AT&T for the use of D-Wave's quantum computing technology. AT&T plans to leverage the technology to address complex optimization challenges across its network operations, initially focusing on integrating D-Wave's annealing quantum computing into its agentic AI solutions. An early application demonstrated a significant reduction in processing time for network optimization, from one hour to less than 15 seconds. AT&T will also evaluate D-Wave's gate-model systems for future applications in quantum security and communications.
Key Highlights
- AT&T expanded its agreement to use D-Wave's quantum computing technology.
- The technology will address complex optimization challenges in AT&T's network operations.
- Initial focus is on integrating D-Wave's annealing quantum computing into AT&T’s agentic AI solutions.
- An early application reduced network optimization processing time from 1 hour to under 15 seconds.
- AT&T plans to explore broader applications including outage detection and traffic management.
- AT&T is also evaluating D-Wave's forthcoming gate-model systems for quantum security and communications.
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