The collaboration aims to promote the importance of AI and quantum computing in Ireland and Europe for matters of strategic importance, global competitiveness, and technical research and innovation.

Equal1 built Bell-1 – Ireland's first quantum computer – using a silicon-based quantum server that eliminates cost and complexity barriers to the adoption of quantum computing. Bell-1 marks the beginning of Quantum Computing 2.0 – the shift from experimental machines in research facilities to practical quantum solutions.

As well as creating the AI-QC infrastructure needed to underpin the development of advanced technology platforms, CeADAR and Equal1 will jointly develop funded RDI proposals to progress the national Quantum-AI ecosystem.

Dr John Lonsdale, CeADAR CEO:
"The fusion of AI and quantum computing will lead to transformative change across multiple sectors, and it is our mission to ensure that Irish businesses are well positioned to understand and adapt to the changes that are coming our way. By collaborating with Equal1, CeADAR will be able to create a framework and ecosystem for the development and adoption of Quantum AI."

Jason Lynch, CEO of Equal1:
"Equal1 is excited to further strengthen our collaboration with CeADAR – we believe this partnership will position Ireland at the forefront of the intersection between Quantum and AI."