Quantum computing firm Infleqtion is set to deploy a fault-tolerant, neutral-atom quantum computer at the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park (IQMP) in 2027.. The company also announced the opening of its Chicago Quantum Innovation Center, which Infleqtion said will allow it to continue working on quantum computing applications whilst growing its workforce in Illinois.. – Infleqtion.
In a statement, Infleqtion said the center “aims to begin its work as a center of excellence for applying quantum computing to the American energy grid.”. Commenting on the announcement, Matthew Kinsella, CEO of Infleqtion, said: “We’re bringing one of the most advanced neutral-atom systems in the world directly to the city’s researchers and industry partners.
Chicago is rapidly becoming one of the most important quantum ecosystems in the world, where quantum computing moves from theoretical promise to practical reality.”. Governor of Illinois, JB Pritzker, added: “Bringing a state-of-the-art neutral-atom quantum computer to Illinois means our researchers, entrepreneurs and innovators will have access to some of the most advanced quantum computing technology in the world.
Partnerships and investments like this are what have made Illinois a global hub for quantum. From a growing Chicago team to a landmark quantum system now coming to Illinois, I’m proud to have Infleqtion as a partner in building our state’s quantum future.”. Founded as ColdQuanta and spun out from the University of Colorado in 2007, Infleqtion develops and designs instruments and systems for quantum technology applications.
In September 2025, the company announced plans to go public via a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) merger with Churchill Capital Corp X. The company began trading on the New York Stock Exchange in February 2026, following the completion of the deal.. In March 2026, Infleqtion deployed the UK’s first operational 100-physical-qubit quantum computer at the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) in Harwell, UK..
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