Universal Quantum to set up its first R&D centre outside Europe, in Singapore

Universal Quantum/Modular iQPU trapped-ion computer

Universal Quantum is setting up an R&D centre in Singapore as its Asia-Pacific hub, working on ion-trap chip processes, packaging and fault-tolerant designs. Singapore's EDBI was named a strategic investor.

• Initial team of 25, with plans to grow
• Focus: ion-trap chip process development, packaging and error-corrected architectures
• Backed by Singapore's National Quantum Office and EDB; EDBI became an investor