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Qubitcore raises Pre-Seed for Ion Trap quantum computer

Quantum computers are unprecedentedly high-performance computers that can solve complex problems facing humanity. In this field, Japan is taking on a new challenge to lead the world. Qubitcore Inc. is a startup that aims to realize a distributed quantum computing system by combining ion trap technology, the fundamental technology of quantum computers, with optical resonators. We have recently signed an exclusive license agreement with the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University, and have joined the ranks of "OIST-based startups." With this, the company has completed a pre-seed round of funding with OIST Lifetime Ventures Fund as the lead investor. Based on the research results led by OIST Associate Professor Yuki Takahashi, Qubitcore will strongly promote the development and commercialization of next-generation architecture that is essential for the realization…