Yaqumo develops scalable, neutral‑atom quantum computers that enable repeated error correction, aiming to extend humanity’s computational capabilities. By leveraging cooled atom technology, the company builds hardware that can be scaled and flexibly corrected, positioning its quantum processors for practical, societal deployment.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Current quantum computing technologies face scalability and error‑correction limitations, preventing reliable, large‑scale operation needed for practical applications across industry and research.
Solution
Yaqumo develops quantum processors based on neutral‑atom (cooled atom) technology, which offers intrinsically high qubit coherence and natural scalability. The architecture is designed to support repeated quantum error correction, enabling fault‑tolerant operation as the system grows. By integrating hardware advances with fault‑tolerant architectures, Yaqumo aims to deliver quantum computers that can be deployed for real‑world problems in materials science, chemistry, finance, and other sectors. The company collaborates with academic and industrial partners to accelerate the transition from laboratory prototypes to commercially usable quantum systems.
Target Audience
Primary customers are enterprises and research institutions in sectors such as materials, pharmaceuticals, finance, and advanced manufacturing that require high‑performance quantum computing for complex simulations and optimization tasks.
Features
- Neutral‑atom qubits with laser‑based trapping providing long coherence times and uniform performance
- Scalable array design that allows straightforward addition of qubits without redesigning the control infrastructure
- Built‑in support for repeated quantum error‑correction cycles to maintain logical qubit fidelity
- Modular hardware platform compatible with existing quantum software stacks and control electronics
- Collaborative development framework linking academic research (Kyoto University, RIKEN) with industry partners for rapid technology transfer