Quantum Momentum - Newsletter #1

Quantum Momentum explores how quantum science is moving from theory to real-world impact.
Each week, we bring you key breakthroughs, market trends, and practical applications.
Stay tuned, get involved, and be part of the quantum shift!
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Quantum Picks

Investments, mergers & acquisitions

🔹 Quantonation, a french early stage venture capital fund investing globally in novel technologies based on advances in physics and/or computing, has published impressive statistics “showcasing the remarkable growth of [their] portfolio across funding, job creation, and scientific contributions. […] —turning deep science into real-world impact.“ 🔗 LI post, 🔗 Report link

🔹 Nine quantum tech startups selected for EIC funding 
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link

🔹 Horizon Quantum Computing Plans Public Listing, Deal Values Company at Approximately $500 Million
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link

🔹 Startup Quantum Machines Raises $170 Million in Series C Roundn
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link

🔹 Sabancı Ventures has invested in QuEra Computing Inc. as part of QuEra’s $230 million funding round
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Article link

Events

Upcoming

Competitions

🔹 Bringing quantum to life with LEGO4QUANTUM
“[…] a global initiative designed to encourage students to participate in the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ).”
 Prize: fully funded trip to Geneva
 Submission deadline: 31^st March 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link

People, Knowledge and Jobs

Communities

🔹 Open Quantum Institute (OQI) - CERN
“OQI is a multilateral governance initiative, bringing together academia, industry, diplomacy and education to promote global and inclusive access to quantum computing and the development of applications for the benefit of humanity.” 
🔗 LinkedIn post 🔗 One-year anniversary publication 🔗 OQI website

🔹 Pasqal Community
“An international community of scientists, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts building the quantum future. Whether it's to learn, share or develop, this hub is dedicated to all things related to the world of quantum computing.“ 
🔗 Launch webinar 🔗 Pasqal Community website 🔗 LinkedIn post 

Individuals

🔹 Olivier Ezratty, EPITA Research Lab, Quantum Energy Initiative cofounder…
The reference professional mastering all levels of Quantum Science and Technologies, from scientific concepts to the ecosystem, encompassing technologies and geo-political aspects.
• Editing a yearly updated free (e)book - 🔗 Understanding Quantum Technologies - about all quantum technologies (computing, telecommunications, cryptography, sensing).
• Production of 2 🔗 podcasts: Quantum (news about quantum) and Decode Quantum (interviews of quantum experts)
• Regular 🔗 Blog posts, and much more

🔹 Julien Bobroff, Pr. @ Paris-Saclay University - Paris, France
“[…] leading the research group "Physics Reimagined" at the Laboratoire de Physique des Solides (LPS) of Université Paris-Saclay and CNRS. [They] are studying new ways to present recent discoveries in solid state physics to large public. [He is] also involved in various outreach activities. […]”
His videos make the link between laboratories and the public, showing how quantum research is really done and how it impacts society.
🔗 LI post, 🔗 LI Profile

Educational content and courses

🔹 'Introduction to Quantum Information Science & Technology' course,
by University of Bristol in collaboration with the NQCC
 Start Date: 12th May 2025
 Course length: Six weeks (10 hours/week commitment)
 Registration closes on 30th April 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link

🔹 European Quantum Technology Summer School 2025,
by Quantum Talent and Learning Centre Amsterdam,
Learning, workshops & networking, personal & professional growth.
 Start Date: 11th July 2025
 Course length: 7 days
 Registration closes on 15th April 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link

🔹 QCamp,
by Center for Quantum Technologies,
For students from Junior College, Polytechnic, or equivalent education levels and age range.
 Start Date: 9th June 2025
 Course length: 5-day long camp + 1-day flash camp
 Registration closes on 13th April 2025
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link

Reports

🔹 France Quantum Book 2024 (by France Quantum)
A quick overview of the French Quantum Ecosystem
🔗 LI post, 🔗 Official link

Jobs

REPORT

🔹 Quantum Computing Jobs Report 2024 (by aqora)
“Discover industry trends, salary insights, and career opportunities in quantum computing.“
🔗 LinkedIn post (by Jannes Stubbemann) 🔗 Report link

PLATFORMS

🔹 Quantum Jobs (by aqora)
While real-life applications may not be immediate, quantum already offers very real jobs.
🔗 Quantum.jobs website

CAREER FAIRS

🔹 Careers in Quantum 2025 - Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel - UK
by Quantum Engineering Centre for Doctoral Training
 Date: 4th April 2025
 Location: Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel - UK
🔗 www.careers-in-quantum.com website

PICKED POSITIONS

🔹 Head of Strategic Partnerships (@ C12 - Paris, France)
“[…] you will help source, structure, deliver and run partnerships with various players from the Quantum Computing ecosystem (cloud providers, quantum software, end users). […]”
🔗 LinkedIn post (by Axel Ferrazzini) 🔗 C12 website

🔹 Various roles (@ Quantinuum - US, UK, Japan…)
Scientific, technological, hardware, software, non tech, internship positions
🔗 LinkedIn post (by Michelle Lollie) 🔗 Quantinuum website

🔹 Various roles (@ Quobly - Grenoble, France…)
Quantum engineers.
🔗 LinkedIn post 🔗 Details