Quantum information company Infleqtion has acquired silicon photonics firms SiNoptiq Inc. and Morton Photonics Inc. to speed up the commercialization of quantum products like sensors and quantum computers. The acquisitions will help Infleqtion integrate lasers and photonic and atomic systems at a chip-scale, a crucial step for quantum manufacturing at scale. SiNoptiq’s CEO, Dr. Dan Blumenthal, and Morton Photonics’ CEO, Dr. Paul Morton, will join Infleqtion, bringing their expertise in photonics performance and advanced silicon photonics-based technologies, respectively. Infleqtion aims to lead the industry towards the commercialization of quantum solutions.
Infleqtion Acquires Silicon Photonics Companies to Advance Quantum Technology Commercialization
Infleqtion, a company specializing in quantum information, has announced the acquisition of two integrated silicon photonics companies, SiNoptiq Inc. and Morton Photonics Inc. This move is aimed at accelerating the commercialization of quantum products, such as sensors and quantum computers, by facilitating chip-scale integration of lasers and photonic and atomic systems. The acquisitions also strengthen the quantum supply chain and enable quantum manufacturing on a larger scale.
The quantum technology supply chain has traditionally been constrained by a limited number of suppliers and a lack of commercial manufacturing capabilities, particularly in the United States. Infleqtion’s acquisition of and continued investment in SiNoptiq and Morton Photonics, both of which produce essential quantum components, is expected to expedite the transition of these necessary photonic and laser technologies from research and development into commercial production at scale.
SiNoptiq and Morton Photonics: Key Players in Quantum Technology
SiNoptiq is known for its world-class photonics performance delivered through its ultra-low loss silicon nitride platform, a critical foundational platform for quantum applications. This platform enables high-performance photonic lasers and the application of photonics to quantum solutions. As part of the acquisition agreement, SiNoptiq’s President and CEO, Dr. Dan Blumenthal, will join Infleqtion as Chief Photonics Architect while continuing his role as a distinguished professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Morton Photonics, on the other hand, develops advanced silicon photonics-based component and sub-system technologies that enable microwave photonics and sensing systems. The company’s CEO, Dr. Paul Morton, will join Infleqtion as Vice President of Photonics and General Manager of the newly established Infleqtion Santa Barbara Research Center.
Infleqtion’s Commitment to Quantum Technology Commercialization
Infleqtion is dedicated to commercializing quantum technology and establishing a foundation for sustainable growth across the quantum supply chain, manufacturing, and customer experience. The company has recently achieved several product and partnership milestones, including the selection of its neutral atom platform for Japan’s Quantum Moonshot program and the launch of Oqtant, the world’s first quantum matter service.
Infleqtion’s Intellectual Property Portfolio Expansion
The acquisitions of SiNoptiq and Morton Photonics contribute to Infleqtion’s substantial intellectual property portfolio for quantum-integrated photonics. They bring more than 40 foundational patents and product portfolios related to integrated lasers and photonic systems-on-chip, which are crucial for the scaled production of quantum sensors, quantum network devices, and quantum computers.
