The new algorithm, detailed in a peer-reviewed paper published in Nature

Sophos announced it has received a Pax8 Beyond Vendor Award in the Breakthrough category during Pax8’s Beyond EMEA 2025 conference. The awards program recognizes vendors that have a significant impact on the channel ecosystem through strategic partnerships, enhanced engagement, and strong dedication to partners.

A new benchmark for quantum performance

The new algorithm, detailed in a peer-reviewed paper published in Nature, allowed Google’s quantum computer to calculate the structure of a molecule with exceptional precision. According to the company, this achievement represents the first verified instance of a “beyond-classical” computation one that cannot be replicated by even the most advanced conventional systems.

“This is the first time any quantum computer has successfully run a verifiable algorithm surpassing supercomputer capabilities,” Google stated in a blog post. “This repeatable, beyond-classical computation lays the foundation for scalable verification, moving quantum technology closer to real-world applications.”

“Our vendor partners have all been exclusively chosen to be part of the Pax8 Marketplace based on their innovation and specific use cases for MSPs, so to be awarded as one of our top vendors this year at Beyond EMEA 2025 is a true accomplishment,” said Oguo Atuanya, Corporate Vice President of Vendor Experience at Pax8. “A vendor’s unique offering, value to the partner community, and collaboration with Pax8 are all hallmarks of a valued partnership. These award-winning vendors are leaders in our space driving technological advances that benefit MSPs and their SMB customers.”

Sophos and Pax8 announced a strategic partnership earlier this year to provide MSPs in the Pax8 network with a complete one-stop shop of best-in-class cybersecurity solutions available from a single vendor – including Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Sophos Endpoint powered by Intercept X, and Sophos Firewall. The partnership revolutionizes opportunities for channel partners to streamline operations, simplify billing and significantly reduce the complexity of cybersecurity management across customers. Read more about the partnership here.  

By - Aaradhay Sharma