Infineon and Oxford Ionics to Develop Mobile Quantum Computer for German Cybersecurity

Infineon and Oxford Ionics to Develop Mobile Quantum Computer for German Cybersecurity

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies and Oxford Ionics have been selected to build a mobile quantum computer for Germany’s Cyberagentur. The project aims to deliver a robust, compact system capable of operating in real-world conditions, using ion-trap technology and scalable to over 1,000 qubits. This initiative supports Germany’s leadership in quantum technologies and is backed by a 35-million-euro investment.

(PRESS RELEASE) MUNICH, 18-Sep-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Infineon Technologies AG and its partner Oxford Ionics Ltd. have been awarded a contract by the German Agency for Innovation in Cybersecurity (Cyberagentur) to develop a mobile quantum computer. The contract is part of a government initiative aimed at advancing Germany’s leadership in quantum technologies. The Cyberagentur, supported by the German Federal Ministries of the Interior and Defence, has set an ambitious goal: within three years, to have three operational mobile quantum computers, of which one system will be chosen for further development and practical use. The project is backed by an investment of 35 million euros.

The mobile quantum computer being developed by Infineon and Oxford Ionics will utilize ion-trap technology, known for its precision and scalability. It will be designed for use in real-world environments, moving beyond the confines of specialized laboratories. The system will be compact, energy-efficient, and resilient to environmental fluctuations, making it suitable for on-site operations, such as machine learning and logistics optimization, that security organizations may need to carry out.

“We are confident that we will build a quantum computer system that meets the rigorous demands of operating outside laboratory conditions. It will be so mobile that it can be used virtually anywhere,” said Clemens Rössler, Head of Ion Trap Development at Infineon. “This project combines our quantum processing unit (QPU) platform technology with commercially available manufacturing processes, making quantum computing practical and scalable.”

Oxford Ionics, recognized for its expertise in qubit technology, will play a crucial role in the project. “Since our founding, we have approached quantum computing as an engineering challenge. This mindset has allowed us to develop the highest-performing qubits in the world,” said Dr. Chris Ballance, CEO of Oxford Ionics. “Together with Infineon, we will deliver a mobile quantum computer that can scale up in qubit count while maintaining high performance within a small physical footprint.”

The project aims to miniaturize the entire system, making it independent of specialized conditions like stable power supplies and laboratory-controlled environments. By using semiconductor fabrication processes, the partners aim to scale the technology to more than 1,000 high-quality qubits, meeting the Cyberagentur’s requirements for a programmable, reproducible quantum computer that can be deployed by security organizations in real-world scenarios.

This collaboration positions Infineon and Oxford Ionics at the forefront of quantum computing innovation, contributing to Germany and Europe’s technological sovereignty in this cutting-edge field.

About Infineon

Infineon Technologies AG is a global semiconductor leader in power systems and IoT. Infineon drives decarbonization and digitalization with its products and solutions. The company has around 58,600 employees worldwide and generated revenue of about €16.3 billion in the 2023 fiscal year (ending 30 September). Infineon is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: IFX) and in the USA on the OTCQX International over-the-counter market (ticker symbol: IFNNY).

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