IQM and Telefónica picked for quantum computing job in Spain - Telecoms

Finnish-German quantum hardware firm IQM and Spanish telecom giant Telefónica were selected to deploy a quantum computing system in Spain as part of a national quantum initiative. The project, announced in December 2025, will integrate IQM’s superconducting quantum processors with Telefónica’s infrastructure to accelerate research in optimization, cryptography, and material science. Spain’s government is funding the initiative to bolster domestic quantum capabilities, reducing reliance on foreign technology while positioning the country as a European quantum hub. Telefónica will provide cloud access to the system, enabling academic and industrial partners to test quantum algorithms, with initial applications targeting logistics and cybersecurity. This collaboration marks IQM’s first major deployment in Southern Europe, expanding its footprint beyond existing projects in Finland, Germany, and the U.S.