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Horizon Quantum is deploying an IonQ 256-qubit trapped-ion system in Dublin to create a hardware-agnostic testbed that bridges diverse quantum architectures with its Triple Alpha software stack. This strategic move expands Ireland's deep-tech infrastructure beyond its initial Singapore operations, aiming to unlock practical quantum applications through enhanced software-hardware synergy. The initiative underscores a deliberate effort to build domestic quantum capability and supply chains by leveraging local talent and university networks rather than relying solely on foreign investment.
IonQ’s 256-Qubit Chip Arrives at Horizon Quantum’s Dublin HQ

Horizon Quantum will host an IonQ quantum computer, featuring a system with 256 qubits, at its Dublin HQ.
Horizon Quantum will install an IonQ 256-qubit system at its Dublin headquarters, establishing a system the company anticipates will be one of the most advanced commercial quantum systems globally. The move positions Ireland to play a prominent role in quantum computing by adding a second quantum computer testbed to…
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