The Science and Technology Facilities Council’s (STFC) Hartree Centre has joined forces with Quantum Dice to bring groundbreaking quantum technologies to industry.

Together, they’re combining the Hartree Centre’s expertise in AI and high-performance computing (HPC) with Quantum Dice’s cutting-edge quantum random number generator (QRNG) and probabilistic computing technologies.

QRNG technology uses the unpredictability of quantum physics to produce true randomness, which set to become an increasingly important factor in critical decision making for industry.

True randomness

In many industries, from finance to manufacturing, computer models and simulations help researchers and companies explore complex ‘what if’ scenarios, from stress-testing financial systems, to modelling new materials.

These simulations rely on random modelling to run accurately, helping organisations make smarter, more confident decisions. The quality of the randomness used can directly impact the accuracy and efficiency of the simulations.  

Quantum Dice’s QRNG technology uses the unpredictability of quantum physics along with its patented self-certification feature to produce verifiably true randomness, making simulations more accurate and trustworthy.

This impact has already been validated in groundbreaking research simulations undertaken by Quantum Dice, the Hartree Centre and industry partners.

Quantum partnership for the future

Following the official signing of a Joint Statement of Endeavour, the collaboration will focus on strategic priorities for real-world business applications.

Short-term priorities will focus on expanding on the business use cases using Quantum Dice’s QRNG technology.

Initial focus areas include:

• materials science: designing new more efficient materials
• manufacturing processes: improving efficiency, reducing waste
• product design: testing new products virtually before building them
• logistics: exploring future disruptions and resilience

Powering the next generation

Medium to long-term priorities will involve validating Quantum Dice’s proprietary probabilistic computing platform, which will enable users to solve complex computational problems and to power the next generation of AI models.

By combining Quantum Dice’s hardware solutions with the Hartree Centre’s AI and HPC infrastructure and expertise, the aim is to give businesses and researchers the next generation of computational tools, allowing them to address more complex problems and expand the frontiers of computing.

The long-term aim is to host Quantum Dice’s quantum technologies on-site at the Hartree Centre, to provide access to the wider community of enterprise and academic users.

Transforming industry, improving lives

Dr Kate Royse, Director of the STFC Hartree Centre, said:

“I am extremely excited to work with Quantum Dice to help UK industry to take advantage of these advanced  quantum technologies. The opportunities are vast, and could benefit many areas, from finance to the development of new medicines.

“This collaboration is a key part of the Hartree Centre’s five-year plan to unlock the high-growth potential of advanced  computing technologies for UK industry. The next generation of  computing is here, and it will transform how we work and live, driving innovation and supporting the UK’s ambition to become a global hub for quantum technology.”

Dr Zhanet Zaharieva, COO and Co-founder of Quantum Dice, said:

“I am delighted that our collaboration with the Hartree Centre is entering its next strategic, long-term partnership phase, building on years of pioneering work. Having worked closely, we have achieved remarkable milestones, from groundbreaking research to validating the commercial potential of quantum random number generators (QRNGs) in Monte Carlo simulations.

“This next phase represents an exciting opportunity to extend our joint efforts in applying quantum technologies to stochastic computations across diverse fields, from finance and materials science to medicine. Our continued partnership reflects a shared commitment to transforming quantum innovation into practical solutions that deliver real value for UK industry and research, and making a lasting, positive contribution to society.”

Dr Ramy Aboushelbaya, CEO and Co-founder of Quantum Dice, said:

“As a start-up that is developing new hardware for computing applications, we have been fortunate to work with the Hartree Centre’s world-renowned experts in high-performance computing and AI. This phase in our partnership is a strong signal that our technology can bring a wide range of benefits to both business and academics. We believe that by working with the Hartree Centre we can dramatically expand both the applicability of our technology and the access to it, bringing quantum innovation to the wider UK ecosystem and beyond.”