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Singapore to set up first quantum computer for commercial use in 2026 Summary: Singapore will deploy its first commercial-use quantum computer in 2026 under an NQO–Quantinuum partnership. The Helios system (Singapore’s second quantum machine overall) will be hosted via the National Quantum Computing Hub (NQCH), with early focus areas in drug discovery, financial modelling, optimisation and logistics (with A*STAR IHPC and others). Quantinuum will also open an R&D and operations centre at one-north (Q1 2026) to co-develop applications and build a local talent pipeline through internships, workshops and conferences. Why this is strategic * Moves Singapore from research-only access to commercial quantum services, enabling industry pilots in pharma, finance and supply chains. * Anchors onshore capabilityand a workforce pathway for quantum engineers and software specialists. * Opens the door for quantum–classical (HPC/AI) hybrid workflows—relevant to materials discovery, portfolio optimisation, and complex routing at national scale. * Reinforces long-term national investment (~S$700m since 2002; +S$300m in 2024) and supports digital resilience and economic competitiveness. What to watch next * Concrete industry PoCs (e.g., quantum-enhanced screening pipelines, risk analytics, fleet optimisation). * Ecosystem integration with local HPC, AI accelerators and secure networks (QKD/quantum-safe crypto). * Talent development outcomes and participation of regional enterprises. #QuantumComputing #SingaporeTech #NQO #Quantinuum #NQCH #HPC #AI #DrugDiscovery #Finance #Optimization #oneNorth #TalentPipeline https://lnkd.in/g6x_9EM4