QpiSemi develops secure semiconductor solutions that integrate photonic and quantum technologies for niche markets. 0 processors built on silicon photonics for high‑performance AI workloads in data centers, automotive and security applications.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Many emerging technologies such as quantum computing, AI acceleration, and edge IoT require semiconductor components that can operate under extreme conditions, deliver high performance with low power, and resist both classical and quantum cyber‑attacks. Existing chips often lack the necessary cryogenic capability, photonic integration, or built‑in security features, limiting their applicability in niche markets like data centers, automotive safety, and defense.
Solution
QpiSemi designs and manufactures specialized semiconductor products that combine CMOS, silicon photonics, and quantum technologies to address these gaps. Its cryo‑electronics line provides CMOS amplifiers, oscillators, and data converters that function efficiently at ultra‑low temperatures with low noise, high speed, and minimal power consumption. The AI 2.0 processors leverage integrated silicon‑photonic interconnects to achieve AI workloads up to 100× faster than conventional GPUs while maintaining low power usage. Additionally, QpiSemi’s edge CPUs, based on ARM and RISC‑V architectures, incorporate quantum‑random number generators and strong hardware isolation to protect against classical and quantum attacks, targeting IoT, industrial, automotive, and defense applications.
Target Audience
Primary customers are manufacturers of quantum‑enabled systems, high‑performance AI data‑center infrastructure, automotive safety and autonomous driving platforms, and defense or industrial IoT solution providers requiring secure, low‑temperature semiconductor components.
Features
- CMOS‑based cryogenic components (amplifiers, oscillators, data converters) operating at extremely low temperatures with low noise and latency
- Silicon‑photonic AI 2.0 processors delivering up to 100× GPU performance, optimized for data center, automotive, and security workloads
- Multi‑core ARM/RISC‑V edge CPUs with integrated quantum‑random number generators and hardware‑based software isolation
- Low‑power, high‑efficiency designs suitable for power‑constrained environments such as edge and IoT devices
- Built‑in resistance to both classical and quantum cyber‑attacks through trusted hardware and quantum security primitives