NTT And OptQC In Pact For Optical Quantum Computing Acceleration - Nasdaq

NTT and OptQC have formed a strategic partnership to accelerate optical quantum computing, combining NTT’s photonics expertise with OptQC’s quantum algorithm innovations. The collaboration aims to develop scalable, fault-tolerant optical quantum processors, targeting near-term commercial applications in optimization, cryptography, and material science. Announced in November 2025, the pact leverages NTT’s integrated photonics platform and OptQC’s proprietary quantum control techniques to overcome decoherence challenges in optical systems. Initial focus includes hybrid quantum-classical systems, with plans to deploy prototype hardware within two years, targeting enterprise and government sectors. The deal underscores growing industry momentum toward optical quantum computing as a viable alternative to superconducting and trapped-ion approaches.