Quantinuum has inked a deal with the US Commerce Department to receive $100 million through the CHIPS Act. The funding will go toward developing and manufacturing fault-tolerant quantum computers based on ion trap technology, with a strong focus on scaling up production within the US.

300mm Wafers and Advanced Optics

To localize and ramp up manufacturing, two key partners are joining the effort. GlobalFoundries will handle the production of ion traps and related microelectronics on 300mm silicon wafers. Monarch Quantum is set to develop scalable lasers and optical solutions, both of which are essential for these quantum systems to function.

Program Goals

The initiative aims to simplify quantum system architecture and strengthen the US supply chain. By consolidating critical capabilities—from trap manufacturing to optics—the program is looking to cut down on technical complexity and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.

Focus on Fault Tolerance

This funding is all about building quantum computers that can withstand failures, leveraging ion trap architecture and boosting manufacturing capacity with the help of the named partners.