Cisco Teams Up with Infleqtion to Advance Quantum Networking Capabilities
Cisco Systems has announced a collaboration with quantum technology firm Infleqtion to advance networked quantum capabilities. This partnership includes work on the Cisco Universal Quantum Switch, designed to interconnect and manage distributed quantum systems.
Both companies plan joint research into architectures for connecting, operating, and scaling quantum devices over future quantum networks. The collaboration is an important development in Cisco's efforts to extend its role as a key supplier of routing, switching, and security gear into the realm of quantum networking.
Cisco sees potential for quantum devices to rely on distributed architectures and traffic control concepts similar to those used in traditional networks. By working with Infleqtion to connect neutral atom systems over photonic channels, Cisco aims to ensure its architecture and hardware remain relevant as quantum technology advances.