Infleqtion Inc

Infleqtion Demonstrates Timing and Navigation Capabilities During the Maritime Big Play Pacific Military Exercise

Infleqtion operated its Tiqker optical atomic clock continuously for over two weeks aboard the U.S. Navy vessel RV Merlin during the Maritime Big Play Pacific exercise, also supporting the BARB-26 subsea warfare exercise. The demonstration evaluated GPS-independent precision timing in a maritime operational environment, including conditions with GPS jamming or spoofing, to inform future naval platform integration. The milestone builds on prior sea and air trials with the UK Royal Navy, QinetiQ, and BAE Systems and advances Infleqtion's defense traction, though no contract award or revenue was announced.

•9d ago

Infleqtion UK to Develop Deployable Quantum Radio Frequency Direction Finding System

Infleqtion (NYSE: INFQ) was awarded £9 million (~$12M) by Innovate UK to continue development of a deployable quantum radio frequency direction finding system under the Quantum Missions Primer programme. The Phase 2 QuDiFi project will develop Quantum Spectrum-DF, a Rydberg-atom-based sensor intended to detect and locate RF signals in a compact, antenna-free form factor for defence and civilian markets. Infleqtion is collaborating with Leonardo on the project; the award is non-dilutive funding but modest relative to typical company revenue scales and carries milestone execution risk.

•26d ago

Infleqtion, Honeywell Aerospace and UC Santa Barbara Collaborate to Accelerate Miniaturization and Manufacturability of Quantum Hardware

Infleqtion, Honeywell Aerospace, and UC Santa Barbara announced an integrated optical cavity prototype that shrinks the laser-stabilization footprint in quantum systems toward handheld size. The prototype was fabricated on a silicon nitride chip at Honeywell Aerospace's photonics foundry using semiconductor-standard processes, giving it a credible path to chip-scale, high-volume manufacturing. Near-term applications include quantum-enabled precision navigation and atomic timing for data centers and cell towers; UCSB's tech-transfer office filed over a dozen patent applications underlying the photonic technology.

•1mo ago

Infleqtion and Riverlane Sign MOU to Advance Quantum Error Correction and Fault-Tolerant Computing in the UK

Infleqtion signed a memorandum of understanding with UK quantum error correction specialist Riverlane to explore integrating Riverlane's real-time QEC technology with Infleqtion's neutral atom quantum platform. The collaboration targets reliable logical qubits, evaluating Riverlane's Deltaflow and Deltakit tools against Infleqtion's Superstaq compiler and open-source qLDPC software library. The work builds on Infleqtion's Oxford operations since 2014 and its delivery of the UK's only operational 100-physical-qubit quantum computer to the National Quantum Computing Centre; the MOU is non-binding and exploratory.

•1mo ago

Infleqtion Achieves 30 Entangled Logical Qubits on Its Sqale Quantum Computer

Infleqtion achieved 30 entangled logical qubits using just 80 physical qubits on its Sqale quantum computer, a claimed first among neutral-atom quantum companies. The demonstration executes roughly 1,000 physical operations (1 KiloQuOp) with a signal about 1000x stronger than underlying noise, aided by an AI-discovered logical gate that halves physical gate counts. The company says this keeps it on track for 100 logical qubits by 2028 and 1,000 by 2030, and it already has three customers for logical qubit circuits, including Wellcome Leap's Q4Bio program. The release is a technical milestone without disclosed financial figures; near-term revenue impact is indirect, but it supports commercial credibility in defense, energy, and healthcare markets.

•1mo ago

Infleqtion Advances Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing Software with NVIDIA CUDA-Q Logical

Infleqtion announced results from integrating NVIDIA's newly launched CUDA-Q Logical orchestration layer with its open-source qLDPC library, making it one of the first organizations building on the platform for fault-tolerant quantum computing. Infleqtion researchers constructed and validated a high-rate error correction code using approximately six physical data qubits per logical qubit — roughly a fivefold code-rate improvement over the surface-code comparison and a physical-to-logical ratio below 10:1. The qLDPC library was open-sourced last year in work alongside JPMorgan Chase researchers, and the code architecture builds on reconfigurable neutral-atom array work from Chief Scientist Fred Chong's laboratory. CEO Matt Kinsella will deliver a plenary keynote at Quantum World Congress in College Park, Maryland on September 24, where Infleqtion says it will share additional updates and milestones.

•1mo ago

Infleqtion and Cisco Announce Collaboration to Advance Networked Quantum Technology

Infleqtion announced a collaboration with Cisco to pursue joint R&D on connecting, operating, and scaling quantum systems, pairing Infleqtion's neutral-atom quantum computers and sensors with Cisco's quantum networking stack. The research focuses on three areas: network architectures orchestrating distributed quantum sensing and compute, optical transduction of neutral-atom quantum memory for networking, and network-aware software coordinating multi-modal quantum workloads. Cisco is contributing its modality-agnostic quantum network architecture from Cisco Quantum Labs, including the recently debuted Universal Quantum Switch prototype. No financial terms or commercial commitments were disclosed — this is an exploratory R&D partnership rather than a revenue deal. Still, Cisco's involvement is meaningful validation for the recently de-SPACed quantum company, whose systems already serve the U.S. Department of War, NASA, and U.K. government customers.

•1mo ago

NASA Awards Infleqtion $20 Million as World's First Quantum Gravity Mission Advances Toward Flight

NASA awarded Infleqtion a $20 million follow-on contract for the Quantum Gravity Gradiometer Pathfinder mission, bringing total NASA investment to $40 million. The award advances the development of the world's first space-based quantum gravity sensor into a new phase of hardware testing and integration. Work under this phase is expected to continue through 2027, with a targeted flight demonstration aboard a low-Earth orbit spacecraft in 2030.

•2mo ago

Infleqtion Collaboration with Japan Moonshot Program Achieves Major Milestone: "Shunkai" Neutral Atom Quantum Computer Now Operational

Infleqtion collaborated with the Japan Moonshot Program and Professor Kenji Ohmori to launch 'Shunkai,' Japan's first operational full-stack neutral-atom quantum computer. The system utilizes Infleqtion's quantum processing unit and is currently operational with approximately 50 qubits, with plans to scale to around 500 qubits. Future phases aim to develop a fault-tolerant system with up to 10,000 physical qubits, which will be made available to external users to advance application research.

•2mo ago

Infleqtion to Test Quantum Sensing in Colorado to Advance U.S. Critical Minerals Security

Infleqtion announced plans for a 2027 field test in Colorado to demonstrate its quantum gravity gradiometry (QGG) technology for mapping underground critical minerals. The initiative supports the Quantum-Enhanced Critical Minerals Mapping Act of 2026 (H.R. 9646) and aims to provide better subsurface intelligence before costly drilling begins. CEO Matt Kinsella emphasized that the technology helps identify geological structures and prioritize exploration to strengthen the domestic supply chain.

•2mo ago

Infleqtion Opens Colorado Quantum Innovation Center, Anchoring "America's Quantum Peak"

Infleqtion opened its new global headquarters, the Colorado Quantum Innovation Center, in Louisville, Colorado, serving as an anchor facility for its operations. The new center supports the company's work in quantum computing and sensing and highlights the region's status as a hub for quantum research and talent. The grand opening featured remarks from Colorado Governor Jared Polis, company CEO Matt Kinsella, and other regional leaders celebrating the ecosystem.

•2mo ago

Infleqtion Reports Record Q2 Revenue, Raises 2026 Outlook as Quantum Commercialization Accelerates

Infleqtion reported record Q2 revenue of $12.6 million, up 116% year-over-year, entirely organic and derived from quantum operations, prompting a raise in full-year 2026 revenue outlook to approximately $43 million. The company ended the quarter with $582 million in cash and equivalents, although reported operating cash flow of $13.2 million included a temporary $27.4 million payroll tax benefit; underlying burn was roughly $14 million. Strategic milestones include a Letter of Intent from the U.S. Department of Commerce for up to $100 million in proposed funding and expanded commercial engagements with partners like Eaton, NASA, and the DOE.

•2mo ago

Infleqtion Selected by Eaton to Support Research Advancing Quantum Computing for U.S. Grid Resilience

Infleqtion was selected by Eaton for a subcontract under an Air Force Research Laboratory award to apply quantum computing to U.S. grid resilience. The multi-year, multi-million-dollar program focuses on using quantum algorithms and error-corrected hardware for grid contingency analysis to prevent cascading outages. This collaboration leverages Infleqtion's Sqale quantum computer and Superstaq software to address large-scale optimization challenges in critical infrastructure.

•2mo ago

Infleqtion Appoints Dr. Joseph Buck as Senior Vice President of Quantum Computing Systems

Infleqtion appointed Dr. Joseph Buck as Senior Vice President of Quantum Computing Systems to lead the development of its Sqale neutral-atom quantum computer. Dr. Buck joins from Lockheed Martin, where he was a Senior Fellow, bringing 23 years of experience in quantum and optical systems to the role. The company highlighted its momentum, noting delivery of a 100-physical-qubit system to the UK's National Quantum Computing Centre and plans for a fault-tolerant system in Illinois by 2027.

•3mo ago

Infleqtion to Deploy Fault-Tolerant Neutral-Atom Quantum Computer in Illinois

Infleqtion announced plans to deploy its fault-tolerant neutral-atom quantum computer at the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park, with delivery expected in 2027. The company simultaneously opened the Chicago Quantum Innovation Center, which will focus on applying quantum computing to energy grid optimization in partnership with Constellation Energy and the University of Chicago. The Sqale system is designed to demonstrate more than 50 logical qubits on a path to 100, utilizing NVIDIA NVQLink for low-latency GPU coupling.

•3mo ago

Infleqtion Secures Three Genesis Mission Projects from U.S. Department of Energy

Infleqtion was awarded three projects by the U.S. Department of Energy for the Genesis Mission, collaborating with Argonne, Brookhaven, and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories to advance quantum applications in nuclear and fusion research. The Phase I RFA awards focus on AI-optimized quantum circuit design, deployable atomic quantum sensing, and simulating nonlinear plasma dynamics using quantum machine learning. These wins validate Infleqtion's technology and follow a recent Letter of Intent with the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding a potential $100 million investment.

•3mo ago

Infleqtion CEO Matt Kinsella Provides Testimony for House Committee on Natural Resources

Infleqtion CEO Matt Kinsella is scheduled to testify before the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources regarding the Quantum-Enhanced Critical Minerals Mapping Act of 2026. The proposed legislation directs the U.S. Geological Survey to utilize quantum sensing capabilities, including gravity gradiometry, to survey critical minerals on federal lands. Kinsella noted that the bill could reduce speculative drilling and environmental impact by providing better subsurface intelligence to guide investment.

•3mo ago

Infleqtion Welcomes Executive Order on Quantum Technology

Infleqtion CEO Matthew Kinsella attended the White House signing of President Trump's Executive Order, which prioritizes quantum technology for national security and commercial applications. The order directs federal agencies to accelerate quantum deployment, coinciding with Infleqtion's launch of America's Quantum Space Initiative to advance space-based quantum systems. Infleqtion noted its prior selection for $100 million in proposed funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce to scale its neutral-atom quantum computing platforms.

•4mo ago

Infleqtion Launches America's Quantum Space Initiative to Accelerate the Future of Quantum-Enabled Space Infrastructure

Infleqtion launched America's Quantum Space Initiative, partnering with Voyager Technologies, Armada, Monarch Quantum, and the University of Colorado Boulder to advance quantum technologies for space applications. The coalition aims to accelerate the transition of quantum technologies from lab demonstrations to operational systems, fostering collaboration across industry, academia, and government. Infleqtion brings prior experience from NASA's Cold Atom Laboratory to the initiative, focusing on quantum sensing, navigation, and communications for future missions.

•4mo ago

Infleqtion Expands UK Quantum Operations with New Oxford Innovation Centre and Manufacturing Hub

Infleqtion is tripling its UK research and manufacturing capabilities with a new Quantum Innovation Centre in Oxford, signaling a shift from R&D to production. The company highlighted its delivery of the UK’s first 100-qubit quantum computer to the National Quantum Computing Centre, meeting a key government target. Infleqtion also noted ongoing Royal Navy trials of its Tiqker™ atomic clock and a £2.2 million program to improve gate speeds, reinforcing its deep ties to UK defense and government infrastructure.

•5mo ago

Infleqtion Signs Letter of Intent with the U.S. Department of Commerce for $100 Million to Accelerate U.S. Leadership in Quantum Computing

Infleqtion signed a Letter of Intent with the U.S. Department of Commerce for $100 million in CHIPS Act funding to accelerate its neutral-atom quantum computing roadmap. The funding is contingent on achieving specific development milestones and includes a portion of the award funded up front, with the remainder tied to technical progress. In exchange for the funding, Infleqtion will issue common stock to the Department valued at $100 million but priced at a 15% discount to the market closing price on the execution date, creating significant dilution for existing shareholders. The deal reinforces Infleqtion's position in national security and government contracts, with ongoing collaborations with NVIDIA, DARPA, and the Department of Energy supporting its technical milestones, including 1,600 physical qubits and 99.73% entangling fidelity.

•5mo ago

Infleqtion Strengthens Neutral-Atom Quantum Computing Platform with New Technical Breakthroughs

Infleqtion released resource-superstaq, an open-source resource estimation tool for its neutral-atom quantum architecture, developed in collaboration with the University of Chicago. The company demonstrated a world-record dual-species rubidium-cesium entangling gate fidelity of 0.975 ± 0.002, enabling fast in-place syndrome measurement for quantum error correction. A new theory preprint co-authored by Chief Scientist Mark Saffman outlines a path to entangling gate fidelities beyond 99.9%, while a new static magnetic-field technique achieved 17 μK cooling and 17 cm atom transport.

•5mo ago

Infleqtion Reports Record Q1 Revenue as Customer Demand Accelerates

Infleqtion reported record Q1 2026 revenue of $9.5 million, a 14% year-over-year increase, driven by expanding customer activity in national security, space, and hybrid quantum-AI applications. The company raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to at least $40 million, citing strong momentum in its quantum computing, sensing, and software portfolio. Despite a GAAP operating loss of $33.6 million, Infleqtion maintains a robust cash position of $569 million, providing ample runway for R&D and go-to-market investments without immediate dilution risk.

•5mo ago

Infleqtion Awarded $1M U.S. Navy Contract to Advance Quantum Accelerated AI Software for Radio Signal Processing

Infleqtion won a $1M Phase II U.S. Navy contract to advance its QuIRC machine learning platform for RF signal processing. The company was the sole vendor selected to move from Phase I feasibility to Phase II prototype development. The award validates the technical advantage of its contextual machine learning approach for defense applications.

•6mo ago

Infleqtion Selected by DARPA to Advance Next-Generation Heterogeneous Quantum Software

Infleqtion secured a $2 million contract from the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) under the Heterogeneous Architectures for Quantum (HARQ) program. The award funds the development of Multistaq, a next-generation software platform for heterogeneous quantum systems that builds on the company's existing Superstaq compiler technology. This 24-month effort includes collaborators from the University of Chicago and aims to advance cross-modality optimization to improve system performance for complex applications.

•6mo ago