Amazon Braket has expanded its quantum hardware offerings with the integration of Alpine Quantum Technologies’ (AQT) 12-qubit IBEX Q1 trapped-ion quantum computer, as announced by Zia Mohammad, Andrew Fargo, and colleagues on November 18, 2025. The IBEX Q1, physically located in Innsbruck, Austria, and accessible via the eu-north-1 Region, utilizes a crystal of calcium-40 ions within a radio frequency trap to achieve all-to-all qubit connectivity. Initial characterization demonstrates an average two-qubit gate fidelity of 97.7% across all qubit pairs, supporting RZ, R, and RXX native gates. This addition provides European customers with locally hosted trapped-ion technology addressing data residency requirements during NISQ-era experimentation.
Alpine Quantum Technologies Joins Amazon Braket
Alpine Quantum Technologies (AQT) has joined Amazon Braket, bringing its 12-qubit, trapped-ion quantum computer, IBEX Q1, to the cloud platform. Located in Innsbruck, Austria and accessible via the eu-north-1 Region, IBEX Q1 offers fully-connected qubits – meaning any qubit can directly interact with any other. This all-to-all connectivity is a significant advantage, reducing the need for complex “SWAP” operations that introduce errors and lengthen computation times, crucial for developing more effective quantum algorithms.
IBEX Q1 boasts impressive technical specifications, achieving an average two-qubit gate fidelity of 97.7% across all qubit pairs. The device operates at room temperature, consuming under 2 kilowatts of power and fitting within standard data center racks. This accessibility, combined with its robust performance, makes it an attractive option for researchers and developers. AQT’s hardware is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays, designed to align with European work hours, broadening access for international users.
The addition of IBEX Q1 to Braket addresses a growing need for data residency within the European Union. By offering locally hosted trapped-ion technology, AQT and AWS are enabling European customers to explore quantum computing applications while adhering to regional data regulations. This expansion of Braket’s hardware portfolio is vital in the current NISQ era, allowing experimentation across diverse devices to accelerate the development of practical quantum solutions for finance, pharmaceuticals, and beyond.
IBEX Q1: Trapped-Ion Quantum Computer Details
Alpine Quantum Technologies’ (AQT) IBEX Q1, now available on Amazon Braket, is a 12-qubit trapped-ion quantum computer. Utilizing calcium-40 ions held in a radio frequency trap, the system achieves full connectivity – meaning any qubit can directly interact with any other. This all-to-all connectivity is crucial, eliminating the need for slower, error-prone SWAP gates common in systems with limited connections. IBEX Q1 operates at room temperature, consuming under 2 kilowatts, and is physically located in Innsbruck, Austria, serving the eu-north-1 Region.
The IBEX Q1 boasts an average two-qubit gate fidelity of 97.7% across all qubit pairs, a key metric for quantum computation accuracy. It supports native gate sets RZ, R, and RXX, and automatically calibrates to maintain performance. Availability is Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 09:00-16:00 UTC, providing convenient access for European researchers. This localized access addresses data residency needs and facilitates integration into existing workflows, pushing the boundaries of accessible quantum computing.
Beyond hardware specifications, IBEX Q1’s full connectivity unlocks efficient implementation of complex quantum algorithms. Demonstrations include creating a 12-qubit GHZ state—a benchmark for entanglement—directly, without intermediate SWAP operations. Researchers can access IBEX Q1 via Braket SDK, CUDA-Q, PennyLane, and Qiskit, and utilize pay-as-you-go pricing or reserved capacity for prioritized workloads.
Full Connectivity & Performance of IBEX Q1
Alpine Quantum Technologies’ (AQT) IBEX Q1, now available on Amazon Braket, is a 12-qubit trapped-ion quantum computer boasting full connectivity. This means every qubit can directly interact with any other, a significant advantage over architectures requiring SWAP gates to route information. IBEX Q1 achieves an average two-qubit gate fidelity of 97.7% utilizing native gates like RZ, R, and RXX, and operates at room temperature consuming under 2 kilowatts—making it a practical addition to the Braket ecosystem.
The IBEX Q1’s all-to-all connectivity dramatically simplifies quantum circuit design and reduces error potential. Complex algorithms, like generating a 12-qubit GHZ state, become more efficient because qubits don’t require intermediary “SWAP” operations. Located in Innsbruck, Austria, and accessible via the eu-north-1 region, the device offers European researchers crucial data residency while providing convenient access during working hours – available Tuesdays and Wednesdays 09:00-16:00 UTC.
Beyond its technical specifications, IBEX Q1’s cloud accessibility through Braket is key. AQT’s hardware is now exposed to a wider range of customers and use cases beyond traditional HPC centers. This opens opportunities for diverse experimentation and algorithm development across finance, energy, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. Researchers can leverage Braket SDK, CUDA-Q, PennyLane, or Qiskit to build, test, and run programs, benefiting from pay-as-you-go pricing and potential reserved capacity.
Accessing & Running Programs on IBEX Q1
The Alpine Quantum Technologies (AQT) IBEX Q1, a 12-qubit trapped-ion quantum computer, is now accessible through Amazon Braket. Located in Innsbruck, Austria and operating within the eu-north-1 Region, IBEX Q1 uniquely offers fully-connected qubit architecture. This all-to-all connectivity is crucial, eliminating the need for error-prone SWAP gates often required on systems with limited connections. The device consumes under 2 kilowatts and fits within standard data center racks, making it a practical addition to the Braket ecosystem, especially for European users needing data residency.
IBEX Q1’s performance is noteworthy; at launch, it demonstrates an average two-qubit gate fidelity of 97.7% across all qubit pairs. It supports native gates RZ, R, and RXX, and automatically calibrates for consistent performance. Access is currently available Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 09:00-16:00 UTC. Researchers can utilize Braket SDK, CUDA-Q, PennyLane, or Qiskit to build and run programs, specifying the device ARN to connect to IBEX Q1.
Beyond accessibility, IBEX Q1’s design facilitates efficient algorithm implementation. The fully-connected architecture allows direct operations between any qubit pair, simplifying complex circuits. For example, creating a 12-qubit GHZ state is streamlined without intermediate SWAP gates. AWS Cloud Credits for Research are available to support experimentation, and example notebooks are provided on GitHub to help users get started with this new trapped-ion resource.
