IQM Quantum Computers, a global leader in superconducting quantum computers, has announced the launch of its new product line, IQM Halocene. This line consists of open and modular on-premises quantum computers designed to accelerate quantum error correction (QEC) research.
The first release of IQM Halocene will be a 150-qubit quantum computer, commercially available by the end of 2026. This system is intended to accelerate the development of logical qubits and will be built around an IQM Crystal quantum processing unit (QPU) targeting 99.7% physical two-qubit gate fidelity. Future product releases in the Halocene line are planned to exceed 1,000 qubits, aligning with IQM’s roadmap to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing by 2030.
The Halocene system is designed for users in supercomputing centers, research organizations, and universities to innovate on QEC research. Key technical features include:
- Error Correction Features: Enables research on up to five logical qubits and the implementation of Clifford gates.
- Architecture: Includes an open and transparent QEC stack, a modular decoder architecture, and support for NVIDIA NVQLink.
- System Basis: Builds on the existing IQM Radiance product line, which was designed for NISQ quantum computation.
IQM co-CEO Jan Goetz stated that the launch of Halocene is shaping the next frontier in error-corrected quantum computing by giving users the system-level control needed to solve complex problems. The new product line is expected to strengthen IQM’s position as a commercial leader in the market, with the first installations scheduled for late 2026.
Read the full announcement here.
November 13, 2025
