Photonic Quantum Computing: Borealis utilizes photonic technology, leveraging light particles (photons) as qubits. This approach allows operations at room temperature and offers scalability advantages over other quantum computing methods. ​
Quantum Computational Advantage: In June 2022, Borealis achieved quantum computational advantage by performing Gaussian Boson Sampling (GBS) tasks that would take classical supercomputers over 9,000 years to complete, accomplishing them in just 36 microseconds. ​
Programmability and Accessibility: Borealis is the first photonic quantum computer offering full programmability of all its gates and has been made publicly accessible via cloud platforms like Amazon Braket, allowing researchers worldwide to experiment with quantum algorithms. ​
Time-Multiplexed Architecture: Borealis employs a time-multiplexed architecture, using loops of optical fiber to delay photons, enabling interactions with subsequent pulses. This design facilitates the creation of complex, large-scale entangled states necessary for advanced quantum computations. ​
Advancements in Quantum Optics: The development of Borealis has led to significant progress in quantum optics, including the stabilization of optical fibers to sub-wavelength precision and the integration of fast electro-optical switching, contributing to the broader field of scalable quantum computing technologies. ​