VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and IQM Quantum Computers have developed Europe’s first 50-qubit superconducting quantum computer, now operational for research and commercial applications. The system, funded by the Finnish government with €20.7 million ($21.5 million USD), leverages advanced chip technology to reduce noise and enhance computational performance, enabling tasks beyond classical computing capabilities. VTT contributed critical components, including superconducting TWPA amplifiers for qubit signal readout and innovative chip-level integration solutions, now commercialized through spin-offs Arctic Instruments and SemiQon.
The quantum computer is accessible via VTT’s quantum computing service, supporting applications in material modeling, optimization, and artificial intelligence. Its development involved significant advancements in Josephson junction technology, superconducting Through Silicon Vias (TSVs), and flip-chip integration methods, which are now offered as commercial services. The system’s 50-qubit capacity represents a key milestone in scaling quantum computing for practical use.
This achievement strengthens Finland’s quantum ecosystem, supported by the BusinessQ community under InstituteQ, which includes over 25 companies focused on quantum technology development. The ecosystem aims to drive innovation in quantum applications, from hardware development to end-user solutions, positioning Finland as a leader in the global quantum computing landscape.
For more details, IQM Quantum Computers’s press release here.
March 4, 2025
