ITQAN & QuEra Join Forces to Position the UAE as a Quantum Technology Leader

Insider Brief

• ITQAN and QuEra have formed an alliance to transition quantum computing from research to real-world applications, positioning the UAE as a leader in this cutting-edge technology.
• ITQAN’s CEO, Ali Jaber Ali Alyafeim, emphasizes the inevitable impact of quantum computing on national progress and economic growth, driving the partnership with QuEra.
• The collaboration aims to foster an ecosystem involving academia, the private sector, and the government, advancing the UAE’s aspirations in quantum computing.

ITQAN, a leading digital transformation partner in the UAE, has forged an alliance with QuEra to bring quantum computing from the realm of research to real-world applications. This partnership aims to position the UAE at the forefront of quantum technology, with far-reaching implications for the nation’s technological landscape and economic growth.

Ali Jaber Ali Alyafeim, CEO of ITQAN, shared his vision for this collaboration: “We realized early enough that quantum computing is a technology that’s inevitable and it will contribute to the progress of nations and will contribute to GDP increase.” This forward-thinking approach led ITQAN to seek out a partner capable of overcoming the challenges of transitioning quantum computing from laboratories to commercial applications.

QuEra emerged as the ideal collaborator, offering cutting-edge technology and advanced research capabilities. Alyafeim expressed confidence in the partnership.

“With our deep understanding of the local market and understanding the need in the strategic direction of the nation — and with the help of QuEra and their capability and advanced research in quantum computing — we believe together we can bring the use cases that could be real and could be implemented,” he said.

The alliance between ITQAN and QuEra extends beyond mere technological advancement. Alyafeim outlined their ambitious plans: “We’re hoping to work with QuEra together to bring in an ecosystem that encourages academia, the private sector and the government to work and collaborate together to make sure that quantum computing is reaching the aspirations that the UAE has in terms of leading in this technology.”

This collaboration represents a significant step towards realizing the UAE’s goals in quantum computing. By combining ITQAN’s market expertise with QuEra’s technological prowess, the partnership aims to create tangible applications that demonstrate the practical potential of quantum computing. As this initiative unfolds, it promises to catalyze innovation, foster cross-sector collaboration, and solidify the UAE’s position as a global leader in quantum technology.