Fujitsu and SC Ventures Launch Qubitra to Advance Quantum Computing - FintechNews CH
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Copy Link Email Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Hong Kong News once a month in your Inbox Fujitsu Limited and SC Ventures have announced the launch of Qubitra Technologies. It is a joint venture aimed at advancing quantum computing applications and building a global quantum ecosystem. Previously incubated as Project Quanta in September 2025, Qubitra will operate from the UK. The company will focus on high-performance applications and a marketplace platform for quantum software and hardware providers. Vishal Shete, CEO of Qubitra, said: Vishal Shete “Our mission at Qubitra is to turn quantum innovation into business impact by combining high-performance applications with a collaborative ecosystem that advances the industry.” Alex Manson, CEO of SC Ventures, added: Alex Manson “Qubitra, with access to Fujitsu’s quantum software and hardware, will leverage quantum technology across a number of use cases to rewire the DNA in banking and beyond.” Qubitra plans to develop proprietary applications in areas such as fraud detection, derivatives pricing, and financial markets trading, using quantum and quantum-inspired algorithms alongside machine learning methods. Initial implementations with financial institutions, hedge funds, and family offices are underway, with the first go-live expected in early 2026. The venture is also creating a marketplace platform that connects quantum software and hardware providers with end users. The platform will integrate multiple technologies, including Fujitsu’s quantum hardware, Digital Annealer, and proprietary applications, supporting experimentation and deployment across the quantum stack. It will include both Qubitra’s and third-party offerings, with a usage-based model to encourage participation. A pilot group of users is expected in 2026, with a full launch to follow. The founding leadership team combines expertise in finance, frontier technologies, and fintech venture-building. Vishal Shete leads as CEO, Daniel Wynne serves as COO, bringing experience in banking and capital markets, and Kugendran Naidoo is CSO, specialising in quantum algorithms and machine learning. This neutral summary outlines Qubitra’s focus on delivering practical quantum applications and building a collaborative ecosystem for the quantum community.