Details
- AQT unveiled the LYNX Series, a new generation of rack-mounted quantum computers achieving a Quantum Volume (QV) of 32,768—the highest benchmark for a quantum computer designed, built, and located in Europe.
- Alpine Quantum Technologies (AQT), based in Innsbruck, Austria, developed LYNX using trapped-ion architecture with all-to-all qubit connectivity and patented gate implementations that reduce laser frequency and phase noise sensitivity.
- The system uses a 15-qubit register validated through 305 random quantum circuits with 100 shots each, achieving a mean Heavy Output Probability of 0.678 at 99.5% confidence, with execution speed of approximately 2.9 Quantum Volume Circuits Per Second (QVCPS)—256 times faster than the prior IBEX series.
- LYNX integrates into standard 19-inch data center racks without external cryogenic infrastructure (PINE setup) and is accessible via ARNICA cloud service and global partners including AWS Braket, Scaleway, Horizon Quantum, and Classiq; first units available to strategic partners Q4 2026.
- Supported by the European Commission's Quantum Technology Flagship and European Innovation Council, positioning AQT as the second-highest Quantum Volume globally and reinforcing European technological sovereignty in quantum computing for chemistry, logistics, and research applications.
Impact
The achievement signals European quantum computing capability maturation and strengthens AQT's competitive footing against global leaders. LYNX's higher fidelity and rack-integration reduce barriers to enterprise adoption, likely accelerating quantum-as-a-service uptake across European industrial sectors. Expect increased funding and partnerships for European quantum startups over the next 12–24 months as cloud availability via AWS and other providers democratizes access to production-grade systems.
