BTQ Technologies is committed to accelerating and utilizing the first application of quantum computers for use in consensus protocols and secure transactions, which will pave the way for a more secure and energy efficient future. BTQ has partnered with the French company QPerfect to develop fault tolerant application specific quantum processors based on a neutral atom architecture. In addition they have partnered with the French company Quandela to advance quantum proof-of-work protocols based on discrete variable linear optical interferometers.
BTQ was founded by a team of post-quantum cryptographers and they offer a range of post quantum products, from custom-built languages and compilers to cloud-accessible software solutions and dedicated hardware.
Awardees will be able to interact with the team based at the BTQ AU office located in the Stone & Chalk ScaleUp Hub, Sydney.
First pioneered in the quantum ecosystem by the Unitary Foundation, the Australian Quantum Software Network is establishing a series of industry sponsored Microgrants, targeted at specific topics in Quantum Algorithms, Software and Theory research.
Honours, Masters and PhD students who are members of AQSN can apply for MicroGrants up to $7,500 AUD for open-source projects of interest to sponsors.
All members of the AQSN can apply for MesoGrants between $30,000-$40,000 AUD for open-source projects of interest to sponsors.
Research eligible for Micro- and MesoGrants sponsored by BTQ include:
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Quantum algorithms design for secure digital transactions [https://www.btq.com/blog/one-shot-signatures-new-paradigm-in-quantum-cryptography]
- Developing fault tolerant quantum computing mechanisms tailored to microtrap arrays of neutral atoms within a single module
- Analysing adversarial attacks on quantum proof of work based on spoofing coarse grained boson sampling distributions [https://www.btq.com/products/qpow]
- Resource estimation for breaking cryptography using fault tolerant quantum computers (photonic, neutral atomic, and/or superconducting platforms in scope)
Project sponsors may offer continued funding on a case-by-case basis for successful projects.
Round ONE BTQ AQSN Micro- and MesoGrants will close on the 14th September 2025
Interested applicants are encouraged the AQSN Micro- and MesoGrant FAQ for details of the terms and conditions.
Applicants should prepare a current CV (to a maximum of two pages) and a single page proposal (not including references and tentative budget) and apply using the link below.
