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SBQuantum is a Canadian quantum sensing company founded in 2017 that develops quantum magnetic sensors and magnetometry systems. It uses optically pumped magnetometers and diamond NV centers for ultra-sensitive magnetic field detection, supplying sensors for geophysical surveys, medical diagnostics, security screening, and fundamental physics research that requires femtotesla-level sensitivity. SBQuantum serves research institutions, mining companies, and security organizations with magnetometers that can detect buried objects, monitor brain activity, and measure weak magnetic signals in environments where traditional sensors lack the sensitivity. SBQuantum won an ESA (European Space Agency) contract worth roughly 1 million dollars to develop a quantum magnetometer prototype for space applications, achieving sub-100 picotesla sensitivity and 400 Hz bandwidth. The Canadian Space Agency tested the magnetometer via the STRATOS high-altitude balloon program at 40km altitude, and prior testing was conducted at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. SBQuantum also participated in the NGA's MagQuest challenge for GPS-free navigation. In March 2026, SBQuantum partnered with Spire Global to launch a diamond quantum magnetometer into space to monitor Earth's magnetic field. Space validation was confirmed on March 31, 2026. Update 2026-03-31: SBQuantum launched a diamond quantum magnetometer into orbit to participate in the U.S. government’s MagQuest Challenge. Source: https://quantumzeitgeist.com/quantum-magnetometer-space-sbquantum-validates/
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