SEPTEMBER 20259this momentum. Alongside, companies such as QNu Labs, BosonQ Psi, Taqbit Labs, and Quanfluence are pushing boundaries in quantum communication, quantum simulations, and cybersecurity solutions. These startups, selected under the NQM, are at the heart of India's ambition to build indigenous capabilities and lead in global quantum innovation.Sanjay Chittore, Founder & CEO, Quantum AI Global, says, "By leveraging the combined potential of quantum computing and AI, Quantum Startups strides forward as a prominent problem-solver, unlocking solutions that transcend conventional limitations and redefine the possibilities within the tech landscape".As quantum technologies promise disruptive applications across healthcare, defense, logistics, and finance, India's deep-tech talent pool and policy-backed R&D infrastructure offer a powerful foundation. With global recognition from institutions and tech partners, India's quantum startups are not only making waves they're poised to anchor the world's quantum future from South Asia.India's Quantum Revolution Through Bold New Startups QRDLabFounded: 2020Led: Nivedita Dey and Debdeep MitraQRDLab, an innovative quantum research and development initiative based in Kolkata, India, aims to drive quantum computing advancements by fostering collaboration between academia and industry. Working in collaboration with the University of Calcutta, QRDLab aims at high-end research in quantum- inspired software creating solutions to real-world problems. The initiative encompasses the development of new quantum algorithms, hybrid cryptographic solutions as well as quantum machine learning applications, with much focus being laid on the furtherance of quantum education in the form of certification programs and degree courses.QRDLab also offers quantum consulting services that can assist businesses in exploiting quantum technology, whereby it delivers strategic roadmaps and skillset in many scientific and technological disciplines. Such efforts are helping QRDLab establish India as a quantum innovation hub in the world.QuanfluenceFounded in: 2021Led by: Sujoy Chakravarty, Aditi Vaidya, Anil Prabhakar, Biman Chattopadhyay, Ravi Mehta and SandeepQuanfluence is leading the way in quantum innovation with its cutting-edge photonic quantum technologies. The company's Time-Multiplexed Coherent Ising Machine delivers quantum-inspired computing, solving large-scale optimization problems with up to 100,000 variables, offering up to 100x faster performance while cutting energy consumption in half.Additionally, Quanfluence is developing a scalable, continuous-variable photonic quantum computer with thousands of qubits, providing unmatched potential in quantum advantage through reduced cooling requirements, robust error correction, and a versatile gate-based model. With a comprehensive suite of products, including single-photon detectors and QRNGs, Quanfluence is reshaping industries like AI, machine learning, logistics, and finance, driving the next wave of quantum advancements.QuanticaFounded in: 2018Led by: Bhagvan Kommadi and Harsh PatelQuantica Computacao is at the forefront of advancing quantum computing in India, focusing on creating a cloud-based development environment that allows widespread participation in the next industrial revolution. With a mission to equip Indian industries with cutting-edge tools and research, Quantica is developing quantum cryptographic solutions to ensure quantum-proof data security for sectors like banking.
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