IQM: The need for Nordic players
Wednesday October 29th our hub had a very pleasant and informative visit of people from IQM. This company has delivered comparatively large superconducting quantum computers such as the Helmi in Helsinki and the VLQ in the Czech republic.
The Quantum Hub preresentatives, i.e., Sergiy and Sølve in this case, were both quite impressed – not only by how far they have come when it comes to developing quantum hardware, but also by the extensive learning platform they have developed. These tools enable learners not only to familiarize themselves with theory and concepts; the also allow for implementation and testing on their own actual quantum hardware.
Our guests, Sylwia Barthel de Weydenthal in particular, stressed the need for the Nordics to claim its place on the quantum map – especially so given the current geopolitical situation and the dominance of Big Tech.