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planqc
Semiconductors · Garching bei München, Germany · Founded 2022
Company developing quantum computers MoreLess
PlanQC is a pioneering startup in the quantum computing industry, originating from the Munich Quantum Valley. The company's primary focus is on developing quantum computers that leverage the precision of atomic clocks, quantum gas microscopes, and high-speed Rydberg gates. These quantum computers use atoms in artificial crystals of light, a method that is touted as the fastest way to scale to useful quantum advantage.
PlanQC's quantum computers are unique in that they use qubits encoded in neutral atoms. These atoms are identical by nature, making them highly scalable. The quantum information can be stored in these atomic qubits for seconds, as they are well protected from the environment. This technology is built on years of international research on neutral-atom quantum technologies.
The company's business model revolves around providing quantum computing solutions to clients who require high-speed, precise, and scalable computing power. This includes research institutes and industrial partners, particularly those operating in the Munich Quantum Valley ecosystem.
PlanQC has recently won a significant contract to support the Quantum Computing Initiative of the German Aerospace Center. This involves the development of compilers and a remote access platform for their quantum computers, indicating a revenue stream from providing quantum computing services and solutions.
In summary, PlanQC is a quantum computing startup that leverages atomic technology to provide scalable and precise computing solutions. It operates in the Munich Quantum Valley ecosystem, serving research institutes and industrial partners.
Keywords: Quantum Computing, Atomic Technology, Scalable Computing, Precision Computing, Research Institutes, Industrial Partners, Munich Quantum Valley, Quantum Ecosystem, Quantum Advantage, Quantum Information.
Company overview
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2022
- Headquarters
- Garching bei München, Germany
- Employees
- 125
- Open positions
- 10
- Dealroom signal
- 92.0
Valuation & funding
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Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES AOther financing | Jul 2024 | $55M | $220M | Speedinvest · Bayern Kapital · UVC Partners · Max Planck Foundation for International Peace and the Rule of Law | ↗ |
| EARLY VCOther financing | Feb 2023 | $1.5M | $6.2M | APEX Ventures · Amadeus Capital Partners | ↗ |
| EARLY VCOther financing | Jun 2022 | $5.1M | $20M | Speedinvest · UVC Partners | ↗ |
| SPINOUTOther financing | May 2022 | $0 | — | Max Planck Innovation · Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich · Max Planck Society | — |
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eleQtronMicrowave-controlled, trapped-ion quantum computing. |
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QuantwareScalable superconducting quantum processors for quantum computers. |
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