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Aqarios Quantum Technologies AG has begun trading on the Düsseldorf Stock Exchange following its SPAC merger with Fonterelli SPAC 4 AG, becoming what it says is Germany’s first publicly listed pure-play quantum computing company.

Founded in 2021 as an LMU Munich spin-off, the company develops the hardware-agnostic Luna software platform for quantum optimization applications across industries including manufacturing, energy, logistics and finance.

Aqarios said the public listing will support continued investment in its technology, workforce and commercial expansion while building on partnerships with organizations including BASF, E.ON, MTU Aero Engines and the QuCUN research consortium.

PRESS RELEASE — Aqarios Quantum Technologies AG has begun trading on the Düsseldorf Stock Exchange following the completion of a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) transaction, a move the company says makes it Germany’s first publicly listed pure-play quantum computing company.