GS1
3 days ago
Here is a list of Israeli quantum AI companies ...
Hereโs a list of private Israel-based companies working at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) as of March 31, 2025. These companies are notable for their innovative approaches in quantum technologies, often with applications that can integrate with or enhance AI systems. Since quantum computing and AI are converging fields, some of these companies may focus primarily on quantum computing but have implications or offerings relevant to AI.
Quantum Machines
Focus: Develops hardware and software solutions for quantum control systems, including the Quantum Orchestration Platform (QOP). These systems are critical for operating quantum computers, which can accelerate AI-related computations like optimization and machine learning.
Status: Private, founded in 2018.
Relevance to AI: Their technology enables quantum computers to perform complex calculations that can support AI applications, such as simulations and data processing.
Notable: Leads the Israeli Quantum Computing Center (IQCC) and has raised significant funding, including a $170 million round backed by Intel.
Classiq
Focus: Provides a software platform for designing, simulating, and optimizing quantum algorithms. This automation makes quantum computing more accessible for applications, including AI-driven problem-solving.
Status: Private, established in 2019.
Relevance to AI: Simplifies the creation of quantum algorithms that can enhance AI tasks like pattern recognition and predictive modeling.
Notable: Acted as a consultant in the development of Israelโs first domestically built quantum computer.
Quantum Source
Focus: Develops photonic quantum computers aimed at scaling to millions of qubits, using a novel approach to photon entanglement. These systems promise practical quantum advantage for AI-related fields like cryptography and material science.
Status: Private, founded in 2021, emerged from stealth in 2022 with a $15 million seed round.
Relevance to AI: Photonic quantum computing could accelerate AI workloads by providing scalable, fault-tolerant quantum systems.
Quantum Art
Focus: Specializes in ion-trap quantum computers, focusing on high-quality qubits with long-range connectivity. This technology has potential applications in AI for solving complex optimization problems.
Status: Private, founded in 2022.
Relevance to AI: Ion-trap systems could enhance AI by offering stable qubits for computation-heavy tasks like neural network training.
Notable: Part of the consortium behind Israelโs first 20-qubit superconducting quantum computer.
Qedma
Focus: Develops software solutions to improve quantum computer performance, including error correction and algorithm optimization. Their work aims to make quantum systems practical for real-world applications, including AI.
Status: Private, established in 2020.
Relevance to AI: Enhances the reliability of quantum computers, which could be used to boost AI capabilities in areas like drug discovery and financial modeling.
Notable: Also part of the consortium for Israelโs quantum computing advancements.
GS1
4 days ago
According to Grok list of quantum AI companies that are private.
QC Ware
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Focus: Develops enterprise software for quantum computing, with a strong emphasis on quantum machine learning and AI applications. Their platform, Forge, enables businesses to run quantum algorithms for optimization, simulation, and AI tasks on cloud-based quantum hardware.
Status: Private, founded in 2014, backed by investors like Citi Ventures and Goldman Sachs, operating as a small-scale innovator.
Zapata Computing (Zapata AI)
Location: Boston, MA
Focus: Initially a quantum software company, Zapata pivoted to focus on generative AI with quantum enhancements. They work on AI-driven solutions for industries like pharmaceuticals and finance, leveraging quantum techniques for optimization and data analysis. While it briefly went public in 2024 via a SPAC merger, it ceased operations in October 2024 due to financial issues; prior to that, it was a key private player.
Status: Private until its short public phase; included for its historical role as a microcap quantum AI firm.
1QBit
Location: U.S. operations based in Seattle, WA (headquartered in Vancouver, Canada)
Focus: Combines quantum computing with AI to solve complex optimization problems and accelerate machine learning. Their U.S. presence supports partnerships with American firms like Microsoft and Dow Chemical for quantum-AI applications.
Status: Private, founded in 2012, operates as a small firm with a U.S. footprint.
ProteinQure
Location: San Francisco, CA (with ties to Toronto, Canada)
Focus: Uses quantum computing and AI to design protein-based drugs, focusing on computational protein engineering. They partner with quantum hardware companies like Rigetti to enhance AI-driven drug discovery.
Status: Private, founded in 2017, a small biotech startup with a quantum-AI niche.
Q-CTRL
Location: Los Angeles, CA (U.S. headquarters; originally from Sydney, Australia)
Focus: Provides quantum control software to optimize quantum hardware performance, with applications in quantum machine learning and AI. Their Black Opal platform also educates users on quantum-AI integration.
Status: Private, founded in 2017, expanded to the U.S. as a small-scale quantum tech firm.
Quantum Circuits, Inc. (QCI)
Location: New Haven, CT
Focus: Develops superconducting quantum processors with potential AI applications, founded by Yale researchers. They focus on scalable quantum systems that could enhance AI computations like neural network training.
Status: Private, founded in 2015, a small startup with venture backing.
Strangeworks
Location: Austin, TX
Focus: Offers a quantum computing platform that simplifies access to quantum hardware and software, with tools for quantum machine learning and AI experimentation. Their ecosystem supports developers exploring quantum-AI hybrids.
Status: Private, founded in 2018, a microcap firm with a focus on accessibility.
Agnostiq
Location: Boston, MA (with operations in Toronto, Canada)
Focus: Builds software for quantum and high-performance computing, with a focus on AI-driven workflows. Their Covalent platform enables researchers to run quantum-AI experiments for tasks like molecular simulation.
Status: Private, founded in 2018, a small player in the quantum software space.
Phasecraft
Location: U.S. operations in Palo Alto, CA (headquartered in London, UK)
Focus: Develops quantum algorithms for material simulation and optimization, with potential AI applications. Their U.S. presence supports collaboration with American quantum-AI researchers.
Status: Private, founded in 2019, a small firm expanding into the U.S. market.
Entropica Labs
Location: U.S. operations in Boulder, CO (headquartered in Singapore)
Focus: Creates software to optimize quantum circuits, with applications in quantum machine learning and AI. Their U.S. base supports partnerships with American quantum hardware firms.
Status: Private, founded in 2018, a small-scale player with a growing U.S. presence.
RDY2ROCK
1 week ago
DUH! That's a sticky worthy post -- ROTFLMAO!
It's about what's possibly coming into GCAN -- Do we know for sure, of course not, but the DD research sure does indicate very good possibility we will see a GCAN merger with AI & QC Company(s). I like my chances very much with this OTC stock. The best is yet to come!
https://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/GCAN/news/story?e&id=3089966
GCAN to Explore Strategic Alternatives in Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing
Company today announced a major strategic step forward as it explores new growth avenues
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Quantum Computing industries represent multi-trillion dollar market opportunities1,2
Company is committed to maximize shareholder value through evaluation of strategic options
BALTIMORE, Jan. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greater Cannabis Company, Inc. (โGCANRxโ or the โCompanyโ) (OTC: GCAN) a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company pioneering development of next generation therapeutics would like to update its shareholders that has initiated a process to explore strategic alternatives to maximize shareholder value. The Company will continue to pursue its existing biopharma lines of business while evaluating a range of strategic options to maximize value for its shareholders. The business fields of quantum computing and AI are seen as the next frontier in emerging technologies, and have quickly developed into multi-billion dollar industries.
Aitan Zacharin, Chief Executive Officer, had this to say, โThere have been a number of companies focused on developing these cutting edge technologies who have approached GCAN expressing interest in a potential merger, and as part of our fiduciary obligation to our shareholders we will explore these options. We look forward to updating our shareholders with continued developments.โ
As part of the evaluation process GCAN will explore potential strategic alternatives that may include, but are not limited to a sale, merger, strategic business combination or other transaction. The Company cannot assure that its exploration will result in a transaction or that any transaction, if pursued, will be completed on attractive terms, if at all. The Company has not set a timetable for completion of the evaluation process. GCAN will make further announcements in accordance with its ongoing disclosure obligations and pursuant to applicable laws and regulations.
All the best,
R2R