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IISc and Japan’s Yaqumo sign quantum technology pact
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, and Japan-based quantum technology company Yaqumo Inc. have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to explore strategic collaboration in quantum technologies. The agreement covers quantum…
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, and Japan-based quantum technology company Yaqumo Inc. have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to explore strategic collaboration in quantum technologies. The agreement covers quantum hardware, photonics, software, systems engineering, and potential industrial applications in India.
The partnership aligns with a May 2026 government-level quantum science cooperation framework between Japan and India, and the broader India-Japan Digital Partnership 2.0 on emerging technologies. It also supports India's National Quantum Mission, in which IISc plays a key role, aiming to accelerate quantum R&D and future societal deployment in both countries.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The LoI is the first bilateral quantum deal between a Japanese firm and IISc, which leads several NQM projects. While the agreement is exploratory, it signals a push to move quantum research from lab to industry. Japan's Cabinet Office and India's DST signed the enabling pact in May 2026, giving these talks government backing. What matters next is whether Yaqumo commits to setting up a validation lab in India, which would turn the LoI into concrete investment. No timeline or financial details were disclosed.
Source: thequantuminsider.com
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