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Atom Computing, a startup specializing in quantum computing, has announced that it has internally tested a 1,180 qubit quantum computer. This significant leap from their previous 100-qubit system demonstrates the company's technology scalability and offers a platform for developing quantum error correction methods. The new system utilizes neutral atoms as qubits, which can be packed closely together due to their minimal interaction with the environment. By manipulating these atoms using lasers, it is possible to create entangled pairs, allowing for any-to-any interactions. This approach enables Atom Computing's systems to scale more efficiently compared to other quantum computing technologies, as every atom behaves uniformly and avoids crosstalk issues when packed closely. The company aims to make the new system available to customers in 2024.