Core Insights - NTT Inc and OptQC Corp have formed a collaboration to advance optical quantum computing, aiming to develop a 1-million qubit optical quantum computer by 2030 [1][4] Group 1: Collaboration Details - NTT will provide quantum error tolerance systems and optical communication technologies as part of its Innovative Optical and Wireless Network (IOWN) Initiative, which will be integrated with OptQC's quantum computing platform [2] - The collaboration will begin with joint research over the next five years, starting with technical studies and use case development in the first year [7] Group 2: Goals and Timeline - NTT aims to scale up qubit levels from hundreds to thousands by 2027, ultimately targeting 1 million qubits by 2030 [4] - By 2028, the companies plan to establish concrete use cases for optical quantum computing, particularly in artificial intelligence [8] Group 3: Technological Advantages - Optical quantum computers are expected to offer advantages such as low power consumption, the ability to operate at room temperature and pressure, and the potential to perform complex calculations much faster than conventional computers [6][8] - NTT has also demonstrated the remote control of manufacturing equipment using the IOWN All-Photonics Network, showcasing advancements in smart factory innovation [9]