D-Wave Quantum Inc. will exhibit its award-winning annealing quantum computing technology and hybrid quantum-classical solvers at the CES 2026 Foundry, held January 7 and 8 at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. As the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, D-Wave will demonstrate how its energy-efficient systems—featuring QPUs with sub-second response times and 99.9% availability—are delivering measurable performance benefits in areas like manufacturing and telecommunications. Murray Thom, vice president of quantum technology evangelism, will present a masterclass detailing how these systems solve complex problems, often exceeding the capabilities of classical computing. This showcase signals the increasing mainstream adoption of quantum technology.
D-Wave’s CES 2026 Participation and Demonstrations
D-Wave will participate in CES 2026 as a sponsor of the CES Foundry event, taking place January 7 and 8 at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The company intends to showcase its award-winning annealing quantum computing technology and hybrid quantum-classical solvers. D-Wave highlights that its systems are already delivering measurable benefits to customers, often exceeding the capabilities of classical computing, and driving advancements in quantum-AI development. This participation signals a move towards mainstream adoption of quantum technology.
On Wednesday, January 7, from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. PT, Murray Thom, D-Wave’s vice president of quantum technology evangelism, will present a masterclass and demo at CES. The session will focus on realizing value from quantum computing today, sharing insights from commercial and research projects. Thom will discuss how D-Wave’s energy-efficient quantum computers solve complex problems in areas like manufacturing, supply chain, and telecommunications, and explore the synergy between quantum, AI, and blockchain.
D-Wave states its quantum computers – the world’s largest – feature QPUs with sub-second response times and boast 99.9% availability and uptime through its quantum cloud service. Over 100 organizations currently trust D-Wave with their computational challenges, having submitted more than 200 million problems to its quantum systems. Attendees can engage with D-Wave experts at booth FT12 and learn more at the annual Qubits quantum computing user conference, January 27 and 28, 2026, in Boca Raton, Florida.
Quantum Computing Technology and System Capabilities
D-Wave will showcase its annealing quantum computing technology at CES 2026, demonstrating systems delivering measurable benefits beyond classical computing. As the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, D-Wave builds both annealing and gate-model systems. Their quantum processing units (QPUs) are described as the world’s largest, achieving sub-second response times and boasting 99.9% availability through their quantum cloud service. This positions D-Wave as a leader in bringing practical quantum solutions to a wider audience.
D-Wave systems have already processed over 200 million problems submitted by more than 100 organizations. Customers are applying this technology to address challenges in areas like optimization, artificial intelligence, and research. A masterclass at CES, led by Murray Thom, will educate attendees on how to realize value from quantum computing today, with insights from commercial and research projects in manufacturing, supply chain, and telecommunications.
The company highlights the potential synergy between quantum computing, AI, and blockchain. D-Wave’s participation at CES signals the growing mainstream acceptance of quantum technology. They are focused on helping customers unlock the value of quantum computing, with a mission to drive industrial and societal advancements through this rapidly evolving field. Their annual Qubits conference, January 27-28, 2026, offers further exploration of these advancements.
Showcasing quantum computing at CES, one of the world’s most influential technology stages, signals that the technology is quickly moving into the mainstream.
Murray Thom
Real-World Applications and Customer Successes
D-Wave will showcase real-world customer use cases at CES 2026, demonstrating measurable performance benefits—often exceeding those achievable with classical computing alone. The company highlights applications in areas like manufacturing, supply chain management, materials science, and telecommunications. Murray Thom, VP of quantum technology evangelism, will present a masterclass detailing how to realize value from quantum computing today, sharing insights from both commercial and research projects.
More than 100 organizations currently trust D-Wave with their most challenging computational problems, having submitted over 200 million problems to their quantum systems. These customers apply D-Wave’s technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, and broader research initiatives. D-Wave positions itself as uniquely capable of demonstrating practical quantum computing in action, offering systems with sub-second response times.
D-Wave’s quantum computers are the world’s largest and can be deployed on-premises or accessed via a quantum cloud service boasting 99.9% availability and uptime. The company’s mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum computing, and they are the first commercial supplier of quantum computers, building both annealing and gate-model systems. Further details will be shared at the annual Qubits quantum computing user conference in Boca Raton, Florida, January 27 and 28, 2026.
