Indian quantum-computing startup QpiAI has unveiled a manufacturing roadmap to fabricate quantum processors with up to 128 qubits [1].
The move signals India's intent to build a domestic hardware ecosystem to reduce reliance on foreign technology and compete in the global quantum race.
Based in Bengaluru, QpiAI is targeting the production of chips that can handle 128 qubits [1]. This immediate roadmap serves as a stepping stone toward a more ambitious long-term objective of developing processors with 10,000 qubits [1].
Founder and CEO Nagendra Viswanathan said the initiative is designed to accelerate the home-grown quantum hardware ecosystem. By establishing a chip-foundry roadmap, the company aims to position India as a global leader in the field [2].
The development comes as the company secures significant financial backing. QpiAI recently raised $32 million in its latest funding round [3]. These resources are expected to support the technical requirements of fabricating quantum processors and scaling the company's operations.
Quantum computing differs from classical computing by using qubits, which can exist in multiple states simultaneously. This capability allows quantum processors to solve complex problems, such as molecular modeling or cryptography, far faster than current supercomputers. The roadmap provided by QpiAI outlines the transition from current capabilities to the high-qubit counts necessary for practical, large-scale applications [1].
QpiAI has also focused on the software side of the industry to complement its hardware goals. The company previously open-sourced its Quantum SDK to encourage global software development, creating a bridge between hardware fabrication and usable applications [4].
“QpiAI has unveiled a manufacturing roadmap to fabricate quantum processors with up to 128 qubits.”
The shift from software development to hardware fabrication marks a critical transition for the Indian tech sector. While many nations rely on cloud-based access to quantum computers owned by US or Chinese firms, establishing a domestic foundry roadmap allows India to control the physical layer of the technology. Achieving a 10,000-qubit threshold would move the industry closer to 'quantum advantage,' where quantum machines can perform tasks that are mathematically impossible for classical computers to complete in a reasonable timeframe.
