Infleqtion to Accelerate Quantum Computing in Illinois and Locate Computing Headquarters in Chicago

Infleqtion to Accelerate Quantum Computing in Illinois and Locate Computing Headquarters in Chicago

Expected $50 million investment to establish next-generation neutral atom quantum system at IQMP; Announcement comes as hundreds gather for first-ever Global Quantum Forum in Chicago

CHICAGO -- The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and Intersect Illinois announced that quantum company Infleqtion will headquarter its global quantum computing operations in Illinois as a future tenant of the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP). As part of the expected $50 million investment, the company will create dozens of new jobs, accelerating the growth of its hardware and software workforce and cementing a major expansion of its presence in the state’s innovation ecosystem. This announcement comes as hundreds of quantum leaders from business, government, and academia across the globe gather for the inaugural Global Quantum Forum hosted in Chicago.

With support from the State’s Manufacturing Illinois Chips for Real Opportunity Act (MICRO) Program, Infleqtion will develop a utility scale, neutral atom quantum system, which includes design and development of the next generation of Infleqtion’s Sqale quantum computer. The company will focus on R&D and manufacturing quantum computers, software development, and the development of quantum algorithms and applications for real-world use cases.

Infleqtion has deep ties to Illinois’ quantum ecosystem, with its Chicago-based software team originating from Super.tech – a University of Chicago spinout later acquired by the company. Expanding its operations and locating at IQMP allows the company to broaden its hardware-software co-design and quantum application development activities and to connect more closely with Illinois’ existing quantum ecosystem, including the state’s world class talent pool, research, and diverse industry base.

Infleqtion will serve as a founding member of the National Quantum Algorithms Center, supporting strategic partners and federally funded programs including ARPA-E, the U.S. Army, and private foundations like Wellcome Leap. Infleqtion will join a growing list of tenants at the IQMP including anchor tenant PsiQuantum, Diraq, the IL-DARPA Quantum Proving Ground, the National Quantum Algorithm Center, and IBM’s Quantum System Two.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Infleqtion to the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park,” said Harley Johnson, Executive Director and CEO of the IQMP. “Infleqtion’s decision to join the IQMP reflects the strength of Illinois’ quantum ecosystem and our shared commitment to advancing cutting-edge innovation, creating jobs and building a world-class hub for quantum research, development, and manufacturing on Chicago’s South Side.”

Quantum computers have the potential to solve the complex problems and grand challenges that society faces, while creating jobs and bringing significant investment to Illinois. As Illinois attracts more quantum leaders to the state, IQMP is projected to generate up to $20 billion in economic impact and create thousands of jobs. Illinois continues to support the growth of the first-of-its-kind campus as it builds out a network of co-located companies, startups, federal research offices, national laboratories, and universities.

DCEO’s MICRO program provides incentives for companies that manufacture microchips, semiconductors, quantum computers, and associated component parts as well as those engaged in research and development. This MICRO agreement specifies a minimum company investment of $14 million and the creation of at least 36 full-time jobs. A link to the full Infleqtion MICRO agreement can be found on the DCEO website.

The announcement of Infleqtion’s expansion in Illinois coincides with Chicago’s inaugural Global Quantum Forum – hosted by Intersect Illinois, Chicago Council on Global Affairs, and P33 – which brings together leaders from government, industry, and academia to advance collaboration in the quantum industry. Illinois’ growing quantum ecosystem, including the addition of Infleqtion to the IQMP, demonstrates the state’s continued leadership and momentum in shaping the future of this transformative field.


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