Cambridge, UK and Los Angeles, USA, 25th February, 2025: Nu Quantum has launched the Quantum Data Centre Alliance (QDA) to bring together leading companies representing different layers of the quantum computing stack and create a forum on data centre-scale quantum computers. By collecting complimentary perspectives from across the ecosystem, the QDA presents an open community to discuss the opportunities and challenges on the road to building large, scalable, and robust quantum computing services.
The founding members of the QDA comprise:
The QDA will host an inaugural in-person event in 2025, to share insights and explore topics such as distributed architectures, scaling, standardisation, and interoperability. For more information on the initiative and to register your interest, please visit qda.global.
Carmen Palacios-Berraquero, CEO at Nu Quantum, said,
“We are proud to found the QDA with some amazing partners. The interactions we have had so far have been incredibly enlightening and underline the importance of cross-industry discussion to accelerate the maturity of the quantum computing industry. We look forward to welcoming more participants and associates to accelerate the industry further.”
Bill Gartner, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Cisco’s Optical Systems and Optics said,
“As a global leader in networking, Cisco acknowledges the critical role of cutting-edge research in driving innovation. Quantum networking, as a catalyst for distributed quantum computing, aligns closely with our strategic objectives of creating flexible, high-performance, and energy-efficient network solutions. We are confident that collaborating in the development of this groundbreaking technology can expedite its market entry and unlock transformative business value.”
Tom Winstanley, CTO & Head of New Ventures at NTT DATA UK&I, said
“The industrialisation of quantum computing represents a material opportunity. I am delighted that NTT DATA UK&I is participating in the QDA to explore the potential in open collaboration with quantum network, hardware and solution providers”.
Simon Phillips, CTO at Oxford Quantum Circuits, said
“As the first in the world to deploy a quantum computer into a colocation data centre, OQC are incredibly excited to be a part of the QDA initiative. For quantum computing to truly begin unlocking transformative business value, it cannot work in isolation: continuing to utilise the infrastructure of data centres will be critical in shaping the future of the quantum industry.”
Simon Groeblacher, CEO at QphoX, said
“The need for networked scaling of quantum computing is clear, and the activities of groups like the Quantum Datacenter Alliance will be critical to enabling the technology providers and stakeholders of this exciting technology to work together successfully.”
Jenni Strabley, Vice President and General Manager of Compute Products at Quantinuum, said
“We embrace collaborations like the QDA that support and develop potential technology paths to fast-track universal, fault-tolerant quantum computing. Partnerships are key to building a complete quantum stack and unlocking transformative possibilities. We appreciate the highly innovative work led by groups in the UK, a global hub of quantum innovation that we’re proud to be a part of.”
Yuval Boger, Chief Commercial Officer at QuEra, said
“We’re excited to join the QDA as a founding member and collaborate on unlocking the next phase of quantum computing. Neutral-atom technology has tremendous potential for scalable and robust systems, but realizing that promise requires a shared vision that spans hardware, software, and networking. By combining expertise across the quantum stack, the QDA will help drive the innovations needed for data center-scale solutions—and accelerate the path to meaningful quantum advantage.”
To register interest in the QDA, ask about joining, or stay up to date with its activities, visit qda.global.
About Nu Quantum
Nu Quantum is creating the Entanglement Fabric for quantum computing scale-out. Quantum computing can solve some of the world’s biggest problems, but these applications require systems that are thousands of times more powerful than those available today. Our networking architecture will unlock data centre-scale quantum computing by weaving together quantum processors to accelerate the path to fault-tolerance and transformational utility. Founded in 2018, Nu Quantum is a spin-out of the University of Cambridge’s Cavendish Laboratory. In November 2023, the company raised a £8.5M pre-series A round from main investors Amadeus Capital Partners, Expeditions Fund, and IQ Capital. For more information, visit nu-quantum.com.
About Cisco
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that securely connects everything to make anything possible. Our purpose is to power an inclusive future for all by helping our customers reimagine their applications, power hybrid work, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals. Discover more on The Newsroom and follow us on X at @Cisco.
About NTTData
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at nttdata.com.
About OQC
OQC is a global leader in quantum computing-as-a-service, building a brighter future by providing quantum exploration ready solutions that seamlessly integrate into digital infrastructures and customer workflows. By pushing technological boundaries, they were the first commercially available quantum computer in the UK, the first Quantum Compute-as-a-Service company in Europe, and the first in the world to deploy a quantum computer to a commercial data centre including the integration with high performance compute. Their work has begun to break down technical, financial, and geographical barriers to quantum; offering every enterprise a chance to seize a competitive edge. Their latest device, OQC Toshiko, is the world’s first and only quantum exploration ready platform: a powerful next generation system, deployed to commercial data-centres, enabling businesses to securely tap into ground-breaking technology. For more information, visit oqc.tech.
About QPhoX
QphoX is the leading developer of quantum transduction systems that enable quantum computers to network over optical frequencies. Leveraging decades of progress in photonic, MEMS and superconducting device nanofabrication, their single-photon interfaces bridge the gap between microwave, optical and telecom frequencies to provide essential quantum links between computation, state storage and networking. For more information, visit qphox.eu.
About Quantinuum
Quantinuum, the world’s largest integrated quantum computing company, pioneers powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With around 600 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents. For more information, visit quantinuum.com.
About QuEra
QuEra Computing is the leader in developing and productizing quantum computers using neutral atoms, widely recognized as a highly promising quantum computing modality. Based in Boston and built on pioneering research from Harvard University and MIT, QuEra operates the world’s largest publicly accessible quantum computer, available over a major public cloud and for on-premises delivery. QuEra is developing useful, scalable, and fault-tolerant quantum computers to tackle classically intractable problems, becoming the partner of choice in the quantum field. Simply put, QuEra is the best way to quantum. For more information, visit us at quera.com.
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