https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/microsoft-to-give-darpa-hands-on-access-to-quantum-system-at-new-maryland-siteContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/microsoft-to-give-darpa-hands-on-access-to-quantum-system-at-new-maryland-sitehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/microsoft-to-give-darpa-hands-on-access-to-quantum-system-at-new-maryland-site#u83113Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:01:08 +0000Microsoft has opened a new quantum research center, known as the Microsoft Discovery Center, located in the University of Maryland's Discovery District. As part of this opening, Microsoft is providing the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) with hands-on access to its Majorana quantum system for testing purposes. This facility serves as a hub for quantum research and development, supported by Maryland state officials and university leadership. Separately, Microsoft has partnered with Fermilab to expand quantum research and provide new hardware tools.Why it mattersThe Majoran