Technology Innovation Institute Partners with Quantinuum to Advance Quantum Computing Research in UAE
Abu Dhabi, UAE – August 7, 2025 — The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research division under Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has announced a strategic partnership with Quantinuum, a leading company in quantum computing. This collaboration aims to bolster quantum computing research and development efforts in the United Arab Emirates by granting TII’s researchers access to Quantinuum’s cutting-edge quantum computing platforms.
Under the terms of the agreement, TII researchers will leverage Quantinuum’s quantum computers to accelerate the development and benchmarking of quantum algorithms, with an emphasis on creating commercial applications. A major highlight of the partnership includes access to Quantinuum’s upcoming next-generation system, Helios—anticipated to deliver significant advancements in gate fidelity and qubit connectivity. These hardware improvements are expected to enhance the capabilities of quantum computations carried out by the researchers.
The collaboration will primarily focus on several key research areas:
- Chemistry and Materials Science: Exploring molecular simulations and material properties using quantum algorithms.
- Classical-to-Quantum Data Integration: Developing methods to efficiently connect traditional computing frameworks with quantum systems.
- Complex Optimization Problems: Tackling intricate optimization challenges that are intractable for classical computers but potentially feasible with quantum approaches.
By combining state-of-the-art quantum hardware with ongoing algorithmic research, the partnership aims to accelerate the discovery and validation of practical quantum applications. This initiative is also part of a broader strategy to establish the UAE as a regional hub for advanced science and technology, particularly focused on cultivating local talent skilled in quantum algorithm development.
This agreement further diversifies TII’s ecosystem of quantum computing resources, which includes internally developed superconducting quantum chips, IonQ’s trapped-ion processors, and additional cloud access to devices from QuEra, Rigetti, and IQM via AWS Braket. Together, these resources create a comprehensive platform helping researchers explore a wide range of technologies along the quantum computing stack.
Comments from Leadership
While specific statements from TII or Quantinuum representatives were not disclosed at the time of this announcement, the collaboration signals a commitment from both organizations to foster innovation in quantum technologies and strengthen scientific capabilities in the Middle East.
About the Technology Innovation Institute
The Technology Innovation Institute is Abu Dhabi’s premier applied research organization, established under the Advanced Technology Research Council. It focuses on pioneering research across various domains, including quantum computing, AI, advanced materials, and more, to support the UAE’s ambition of becoming a global technology leader.
About Quantinuum
Quantinuum is one of the world’s foremost quantum computing companies, developing integrated quantum hardware and software solutions designed to solve complex problems across industries. Its advanced quantum systems and algorithmic expertise are widely recognized in the global quantum community.
For further details, the full official announcement can be accessed on the Quantum Computing Report website.
This article is part of ongoing coverage of quantum technology advancements worldwide.
