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Quantum Interconnects Market Gains Momentum as Nu Quantum Secures USD 60 Million to Scale Quantum Computer Networking
According to DataM Intelligence, the global quantum interconnects market size reached USD 1.65 billion in 2025 and is forecast to reach USD 20.8 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 28.9% during 2026 to 2035. The market is gaining momentum as quantum computing companies move toward modular architectures that connect multiple quantum processing units and support larger, more scalable systems.
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Quantum Interconnects Market Recent Developments
United States
• February 2026 - Cisco and Qunnect: Cisco and Qunnect demonstrated a quantum network connecting Brooklyn and Manhattan using existing fiber-optic infrastructure across 17.6 kilometers. The demonstration addressed network stability challenges and supported progress toward connecting quantum systems over real-world telecommunications networks.
• April 2026 - Cisco Develops Quantum Switching Technology: Cisco unveiled a prototype switching chip designed to connect different types of quantum computers using standard fiber-optic cables. The technology aims to enable communication between different quantum computing platforms and support future quantum networks.
• May 2026 - DARPA Advances Quantum Interconnect Research: DARPA highlighted its Quantum Shared Backbone program, which focuses on developing high-fidelity interconnects that allow different types of qubits to communicate within a single system. The initiative supports research into scalable quantum computing architectures.
Japan
• August 2026 - OptQC Secures JPY 7 Billion in Funding: Japanese photonic quantum computing company OptQC completed a JPY 7 billion Series A2 funding round led by NTT. The funding will support next-generation processor development and hiring, advancing optical quantum computing infrastructure that could connect with conventional optical networks.
• June 2026 - Japan and the United States Announce Quantum Research Partnership: Japan and the United States announced a strategic partnership worth USD 1 billion to advance research across several scientific fields, including quantum information science. The collaboration brings together national laboratories and Japanese research institutions to support joint technology development.
Quantum Interconnects Market Mergers and Acquisitions
• January 2026 - IonQ Completes Skyloom Acquisition: IonQ completed its acquisition of Skyloom Global Corp., a developer of optical communications technology. The deal strengthens IonQ's quantum networking capabilities through Skyloom's expertise in free-space optical communications, photonic systems engineering, and secure data transmission.
• February 2026 - Quantum Computing Inc. Completes Luminar Semiconductor Acquisition: Quantum Computing Inc. completed its USD 110 million acquisition of Luminar Semiconductor on February 2, 2026. The deal adds laser, detector, packaging, and manufacturing capabilities that complement its integrated photonics platform and support the development of compact quantum technologies.
• June 2026 - SEALSQ Acquires Miraex SA: SEALSQ announced the acquisition of 100% of Miraex, a Swiss company specializing in photonics-based quantum interconnects and quantum sensing. Miraex's photonic integrated circuits convert signals between microwave and optical frequencies, helping connect quantum processors with optical communication networks.
• July 2026 - IonQ Completes SkyWater Technology Acquisition: IonQ completed its acquisition of SkyWater Technology on July 31, 2026. The transaction expands IonQ's semiconductor manufacturing and advanced packaging capabilities, while SkyWater continues operating as a U.S.-based foundry serving customers in quantum technologies and other sectors.
Key Players
IBM
IonQ
PsiQuantum
Xanadu
Photonic Inc.
IBM completed its acquisition of Confluent in March 2026 for approximately USD 11 billion, strengthening its real-time data streaming capabilities for enterprise AI and AI agents. In September 2026, IBM acquired UK-based Logiq Consulting to expand its cybersecurity and secure digital transformation services for defence and public-sector organizations.
PsiQuantum received a conditional loan commitment of up to USD 150 million from the U.S. Department of War in October 2026 to support domestic quantum computing development, manufacturing and prototype-system validation. In July 2026, PsiQuantum signed an expanded USD 125 million agreement with DARPA under its Quantum Benchmarking Initiative to advance the evaluation of its utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computing technology.
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Quantum Interconnects Market Regional Analysis
In May 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced letters of intent with nine companies for USD 2.013 billion in federal incentives to strengthen quantum computing research and manufacturing. The initiative includes two domestic quantum foundry companies and seven quantum computing companies, supporting the development of quantum-enabling components and technologies. These investments may strengthen the ecosystem for quantum interconnects, including technologies needed to connect quantum processors and support scalable quantum computing systems.
In May 2026, Japan and India signed a Letter of Intent to strengthen cooperation in quantum science, technology, and innovation. The agreement covers research and development, industrial applications, commercialization, industrial collaboration, and human resource development. This international cooperation creates opportunities for advancing quantum hardware and interconnected quantum systems, supporting Japan's broader efforts to move quantum technologies from research toward practical industrial applications.
Conclusion
The quantum interconnects market forecast is moving from a research-focused field toward a critical part of future quantum computing and networking infrastructure. As quantum systems become larger, connecting multiple processors while preserving quantum information will become increasingly important.
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