IQM & Toyo Partnership to Distribute Superconducting Quantum Computers to Advance Japan’s Quantum Strategy

IQM Quantum Computers and TOYO Corporation have formalised a distribution agreement to facilitate the adoption of superconducting quantum computing within Japan, aligning with the national strategy to achieve 10 million domestic quantum users by 2030. The collaboration will centre on the distribution of IQM’s on-premises full-stack systems, specifically the 5-qubit IQM Spark and the 20-150 qubit IQM Radiance, to universities, research institutions, and enterprises. IQM, reporting the highest number of on-premises quantum computer deployments in the last 12 months – including installations in South Korea, Germany, Italy, Finland, and Poland – will leverage TOYO’s established network and expertise in advanced measurement solutions to cultivate quantum talent and promote societal implementation.

TOYO plans to establish a dedicated quantum technology unit by the end of 2025, diversifying its business areas and focusing on the development of novel applications and business models, while IQM continues to serve high-performance computing centres and research labs with access to both hardware and software, supported by a workforce exceeding 300 employees. This partnership builds upon existing collaborative efforts, such as IQM’s work with Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST). It reflects a shared commitment to advancing practical quantum applications across diverse industries.

• TOYO will distribute IQM’s on-premises superconducting quantum computers for universities, research institutions and enterprises, emphasising the commercial potential of quantum computing.
• The partnership will also promote the next generation of quantum talent in Japan.
• This move reinforces IQM’s presence and commitment to advancing the local quantum ecosystem, following partnerships and initiatives in the country.

IQM Quantum Computers and TOYO Corporation have formalised a distribution agreement poised to significantly expand access to quantum computing resources within the Japanese market. This collaboration directly supports the Japanese government’s ambitious national quantum strategy, which aims to cultivate a user base of 10 million domestic quantum computing users by the year 2030. The agreement centres on TOYO Corporation’s distribution of IQM’s on-premises superconducting quantum computers, encompassing both the 5-qubit IQM Spark – intended as an entry-level platform for algorithm development and educational purposes – and the more powerful IQM Radiance, scalable from 20 to 150 qubits, designed for tackling increasingly complex computational challenges. Superconducting qubits, the basis of IQM’s technology, leverage quantum information, leveraging properties of cooled conductors.

The partnership extends beyond hardware provision, focusing on workforce development and fostering the practical implementation of quantum computing across diverse sectors—IQ deployment strategy, with existing installations.