Quantum computing firm Infleqtion is set to deploy a fault-tolerant, neutral-atom quantum computer at the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park (IQMP) in 2027.

The company also announced the opening of its Chicago Quantum Innovation Center, which Infleqtion said will allow it to continue working on quantum computing applications whilst growing its workforce in Illinois.

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In a statement, Infleqtion said the center “aims to begin its work as a center of excellence for applying quantum computing to the American energy grid.”

Commenting on the announcement, Matthew Kinsella, CEO of Infleqtion, said: “We’re bringing one of the most advanced neutral-atom systems in the world directly to the city’s researchers and industry partners. Chicago is rapidly becoming one of the most important quantum ecosystems in the world, where quantum computing moves from theoretical promise to practical reality.”