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NEC discontinues quantum computer development, to continue related research
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· September 10, 2026
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Key points has stopped developing a quantum computer. The decision was made after determining that the project would require certain conditions.
Japanese electronics maker NEC Corp. has stopped developing a quantum computer. The decision was made after determining that the project would require certain conditions.
Further details about the decision and the conditions that led to it are available from the source.
NEC Corp. will continue to conduct research related to quantum computers, although it will no longer pursue development of the technology itself.
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