In a groundbreaking move poised to redefine the landscape of quantum computing, IQM Quantum Computers (IQM) proudly inaugurated its inaugural quantum data center in Munich, Germany. This state-of-the-art facility marks a pivotal moment for IQM, positioning it at the forefront of global quantum technology advancements.
Strategically located in Munich, the heart of Europe’s technological innovation, IQM’s new quantum data center currently houses two of the company’s advanced quantum computers, with plans to scale up to an impressive 12 units in the near future. These quantum computers, meticulously crafted at IQM’s cutting-edge chip production and assembly line in Finland, underscore IQM’s unwavering commitment to pioneering quantum hardware architectures and algorithms.
Dr. Jan Goetz, Co-CEO and Co-founder of IQM Quantum Computers, highlighted the strategic significance of this milestone during the center’s unveiling: “Our aim is to solve business challenges beyond classical supercomputing capabilities, leveraging error-mitigation techniques for optimal hardware performance.”
This facility not only supports IQM’s recently launched cloud offering, IQM Resonance, but also serves as a nucleus for fostering collaborative ventures with enterprises, research institutions, and government agencies worldwide. The quantum data center is poised to accelerate developments in diverse fields such as machine learning, cybersecurity, route optimization, and quantum sensor simulation, among others.
The inauguration of this quantum data center follows IQM’s successful integration of its quantum computers into the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre’s HPC infrastructure, underscoring IQM’s pivotal role in advancing scientific research capabilities.
“Germany’s robust research infrastructure and skilled workforce make it a pivotal player in the global quantum technology landscape,” remarked Dr. Michael Marthaler, CEO and Co-founder of HQS Quantum Simulations, emphasizing the significance of IQM’s new facility in Munich.
This launch aligns with Bavaria’s “Munich Quantum Valley” initiative, aimed at bolstering the regional economy through quantum technology investments, as noted by Hubert Aiwanger, Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs.
