Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) announced on August 5, 2025, that it has been awarded a contract by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. This contract is for the design and fabrication of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic integrated circuits (PICs).
This marks QCi's first direct government contract for its TFLN foundry services, representing a key step in its plan to become a trusted U.S.-based supplier of advanced photonic technologies. The contract period runs from June 16, 2025, through April 15, 2026, leveraging QCi's prototyping capabilities for mission-critical photonic components.
Additionally, QCi received a chip order from a Fortune 500 science and technology company that provides advanced solutions across defense, intelligence, civil, and commercial markets. Dr. Pouya Dianat, Chief Revenue Officer, stated that this contract highlights the potential of QCi's foundry model and its commitment to providing secure, domestic access to cutting-edge photonic technologies, building long-term government and commercial partnerships.
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