Diraq has assembled a research and development team of more than 100 professionals, including over 60 quantum physicists, demonstrating a substantial commitment to advancing fundamental quantum research beyond theoretical applications. The company is positioned to scale quantum computing by utilizing existing semiconductor manufacturing processes through partnerships with GlobalFoundries and imec, a different approach from the specialized methods typically required. This progress is supported by over $100 million in funding, including recent investment from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation, which aims to rebuild Australian industry and establish a sovereign quantum capability. “What our team has accomplished in this timeframe is extraordinary, and it is a direct result of a relentless drive to move quantum computing out of the lab and into the real world,” says Francesca Elliott, reflecting on the company’s four years of development.
Diraq’s Four-Year Growth: From Vision to Global Quantum Force
Diraq has rapidly transitioned from conceptualization to a significant player in the quantum computing field within four years of its incorporation, a pace driven by a commitment to translating research into tangible technology. The company’s intellectual property portfolio currently exceeds 60 patents and trademarks, representing a substantial investment in foundational quantum research now being scaled for commercial applications. A key element of Diraq’s strategy has been forging partnerships with established semiconductor manufacturers, including GlobalFoundries and imec, enabling the production of qubits using existing, scalable processes. The company stated, “We believe the path to a scalable quantum future is paved in silicon,” highlighting a departure from approaches requiring highly specialized fabrication techniques. This focus on manufacturability is complemented by collaborations with Dell and NVIDIA to facilitate integration with existing classical computing infrastructure. Diraq’s participation in DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative further validates its technological advancements and positions the company for continued growth in the global quantum market.
This specialized workforce is actively translating foundational research into scalable commercial applications, a process facilitated by key partnerships established with leading manufacturers. Diraq is leveraging existing semiconductor infrastructure through collaborations with GlobalFoundries and imec, demonstrating the feasibility of producing qubits using standard manufacturing processes, a departure from the highly specialized techniques often required in quantum hardware development.
We believe the path to a scalable quantum future is paved in silicon, and our progress over the last four years reinforces our commitment to this vision.
Francesca Elliott
