D-Wave and LG CNS Partner on Quantum Optimization in South Korea

D-Wave and LG CNS Partner on Quantum Optimization in South Korea Mohib Ur Rehman October 28, 2026 Industry News Insider Brief D-Wave Quantum and South Korea’s LG CNS have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to advance quantum optimization applications in South Korea and international markets. The companies plan to combine D-Wave’s quantum annealing technology with LG CNS’s mathematical optimization and systems integration expertise to develop applications for manufacturing, telecommunications, finance and retail. The collaboration aims to move quantum optimization projects from proof of concept toward production, with potential applications in factory scheduling, delivery routing and resource allocation. PRESS RELEASE — D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) (“D-Wave” or the “Company”), the only dual-platform quantum computing company providing both annealing and gate-model systems, software and services, and LG CNS Co., Ltd. (“LG CNS”), a leading AI transformation company in South Korea, today announced that the companies have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) to advance the adoption of quantum computing for enterprise optimization in South Korea and international markets. The collaboration will focus on applying D-Wave’s annealing quantum computing technology to complex optimization challenges, with the goal of moving applications from proof of concept into production. D-Wave CEO Dr. Alan Baratz and LG CNS President and CEO Hyun Shin-Gyoon announced the MOU onstage at D-Wave’s Qubits Asia conference in Seoul today. The companies intend to combine D-Wave’s annealing quantum computing technologies with LG CNS’s industry expertise, mathematical optimization capabilities and systems integration experience to develop applications for customers in manufacturing, telecommunications, finance and retail. The companies also intend to pursue joint go-to-market opportunities. LG CNS brings extensive mathematical optimization expertise across industries, including manufacturing and the public sector, with end-to-end capabilities spanning problem definition, mathematical modeling, algorithm validation and real-world implementation. LG CNS has also been conducting research on applying mathematical optimization and quantum computing to real-world industrial challenges, including image reconstruction and inspection and the detection of underground anomalies. “To generate meaningful results from quantum computing in industrial settings, quantum technology must be supported by a deep understanding of industries and strong optimization capabilities,” said Hyun Shin-Gyoon, CEO of LG CNS. “Through our collaboration with D-Wave Quantum, we will connect quantum computing to real-world customer problems and new business opportunities, accelerating the commercialization of related services.” “D-Wave’s commercial-grade annealing quantum computing technology is driving positive business outcomes for customers today,” said Dr. Alan Baratz, CEO of D-Wave. “LG CNS understands both the optimization problems enterprises need to solve and the systems those solutions must work within. By combining that expertise with our technology, we intend to help enterprises in South Korea and beyond move from evaluating quantum computing to deploying applications that deliver measurable business value.” Optimization underpins critical business decisions, from scheduling factory production and routing deliveries to allocating resources. As the number of variables and constraints grows, finding high-quality solutions within operational time limits becomes increasingly difficult. D-Wave’s annealing quantum computing technology is designed to address these challenges, with customers already running hybrid-quantum applications in production. The collaboration aims to bring that capability to LG CNS clients seeking to reduce costs, improve efficiency and respond faster to changing conditions. Learn more about D-Wave’s quantum optimization technology here. Keep track of everything going on in the Quantum Technology Market. In one place.

Learn More Topics D-Wave, LG CNS, quantum optimization, South Korea Mohib Ur RehmanCovering quantum and emerging technologies, Mohib explores the intersection of technology, security, and society. His work also frequently examines surveillance infrastructure and the institutions shaping the digital world. In addition to his work at The Quantum Insider, he co-runs SK NEXUS, an independent technology publication that helps readers understand the technologies shaping their lives.

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