IBM Acquires HRL Laboratories, Boosts Quantum Computing Capabilities
IBM has completed its acquisition of HRL Laboratories, LLC, a research and development institution specializing in quantum computing and materials science.
The deal brings together HRL's expertise in silicon-spin qubits with IBM's superconducting quantum computing technology. This integration is expected to create new opportunities for collaboration and innovation in the field of quantum computing.
HRL's capabilities in areas such as quantum sensing, cryogenics, control electronics, packaging, and interconnect technologies will also be integrated into IBM's operations.
The acquisition is a significant step towards IBM's goal of developing fault-tolerant quantum computers. The company has announced plans to release the IBM Quantum Starling in 2029, which is expected to perform 100 million quantum operations.