SoftBank and HorizonXjoin QAI Ventures to launch a specialised industry cluster in Singapore to accelerate the commercialisation of quantum-classical hybrid computing.
The partnership entails establishing a global ecosystem designed to transition quantum innovation from laboratory research to industrial-scale implementation.
"We are growing the Quantum-AI architecture of the next decade by supporting innovators and building an ecosystem out of Singapore," said Alexandra Beckstein, CEO and founder of QAI Ventures. "Through this unique synergy of capital, corporate clusters, and world-class partnerships, we are ensuring that Singapore continues to drive the commercial development of quantum computing's potential."
Advancing quantum innovation
The programme aims to unite industry leaders across communications & networks, financial services, industrials and life sciences to accelerate technology adoption.
HorizonX, partnering with MIT, will address the industry's knowledge gap through education, while SoftBank will strengthen Singapore's infrastructure for future digital services.
QAI Ventures is integrating specialised education and infrastructure leadership into its clusters, in collaboration with MIT Sloan School of Management, to equip industry professionals with practical frameworks for turning quantum ambition into organisational capability.
"Turning quantum ambition into organisational capability requires more than just capital; it requires a workforce equipped with the right strategic framework," said Steve Suarez, CEO of HorizonX.
SoftBank Corp. will link AI technologies and quantum infrastructure to support the development of scalable platforms for future applications such as autonomous mobility.
"The future of global competitiveness will be decided by those who can successfully merge Quantum and AI into a singular industrial force. With our Industry Clusters and partners like SoftBank and HorizonX, we are building the resilient, hybrid-compute ecosystem that will serve as the backbone for Singapore's economy in 2030 and beyond," said Beckstein.
