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IQM Quantum Computers to supply Finland with a world-leading superconducting 300-qubit quantum computer

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ESPOO, Finland, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IQM Quantum Computers has won VTT’s innovation partner tender for the delivery of a 300-qubit superconducting quantum computer. The signed agreement is an excellent match with the project’s main objective of putting Finland at the forefront of quantum computing development, as well as in the development and use of quantum computing in Finnish society. In addition, the innovation partners are developing new hardware components for future quantum computers, as well as strengthening Finland’s unique expertise in material modelling through quantum computing.

The winning tender was from IQM Quantum Computers, whose bid was an excellent match with the strategic objectives of the project, the quantum computing performance requirements, as well as schedule requirements. The joint development project now signed will deliver a 150-qubit superconducting quantum computer in mid-2026 and a 300-qubit one in late 2027. The quantum computers will be integrated into the Finnish high-performance computing infrastructure to promote hybrid computing.

“This 300-qubit superconducting quantum computer has most superconducting qubits procured anywhere in the world. In addition, the delivery schedule is quick,” says Piia Konstari, Project Manager for VTT’s quantum computer tendering process.

The deliveries will put Finland at the absolute forefront in both Europe and globally in terms of quantum computing capabilities. The delivery also includes a cloud platform for businesses and university researchers to access the quantum computers, and a two-year maintenance contract after the completion of the project.

“We are excited to continue our long-term partnership with VTT and ship our next generation of quantum computers to power Finland’s quantum ecosystem,” says Mikko Välimäki, Co-CEO of IQM Quantum Computers. “We are committed to delivering and deploying full-stack quantum computers worldwide, and Finland will get our highest performing quantum computer to date as the next step on our common journey to reach fault-tolerant quantum computing,” he continues.

As VTT wants to promote the development and application of quantum computing in Finland, the project includes quantum computing time, which will be granted to companies and universities. VTT will grant limited free quantum computing time to qualifying applications.

“VTT’s main task is to promote the development of the Finnish society. “We believe that a low threshold for use will accelerate the ability of companies and universities to research and develop applications for quantum computing. This will be a key competitive asset for Finland in the near future,” says Erja Turunen, Executive Vice President, Digital Technologies at VTT.

“During the project, we will develop new devices and fabrication processes for next-generation quantum computers to ensure Finland’s leadership position in critical technologies,” says Pekka Pursula, Director, Microelectronics and Quantum Research at VTT.

The innovation partnership now starting will also investigate how to optimise quantum computers for the computational methods and algorithms needed in material modelling. Finland has world-leading expertise in material modelling, and by strengthening and combining this with quantum computing, we can build a global competitive advantage.

VTT was awarded a special government grant of EUR 70 million in 2024 for the development of a 300-qubit quantum computer. The search for an innovation partner started in June 2024, applications for participation were received in early August and negotiations took place throughout the rest of the year. VTT received the final bids in January 2025, and the supplier was selected in March 2025. The signed contract is valid until the end of 2027.

Further information
Piia Konstari, Project Manager for VTT’s quantum computer tendering process, VTT Director, Microfabrication services
piia.konstari@vtt.fi, tel. +358 50 576 3706

Further information on VTT:
Paula Bergqvist, Communications Manager
+358 20 722 5161, paula.bergqvist@vtt.fi
www.vttresearch.com

About VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd

VTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological innovations. We have over 80 years of experience of top-level research and science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together. VTT – beyond the obvious

About IQM Quantum Computers

IQM is a global leader in superconducting quantum computers. IQM provides both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access its computers. IQM customers include the leading high-performance computing centres, research labs, universities and enterprises which have full access to IQM’s software and hardware.  IQM has over 300 employees with headquarters in Finland and a global presence in France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Poland, Spain, Singapore, South Korea and the United States.

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SEEKINK Showcases Innovative E-Paper Applications and OEM/ODM Solutions at Electronica 2026

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MUNICH, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SEEKINK, an ePaper display module manufacturer and one-stop provider of ePaper devices, joined forces with TOPTE, a provider of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) display solutions, to exhibit at Electronica 2026 in Munich, Germany, at Hall B6, Booth 518.

Taking advantage of this international electronics industry platform, SEEKINK and TOPTE presented a comprehensive portfolio of low-power display technologies, highlighting their combined capabilities in ePaper modules, monochrome LCDs displays modules, TFT LCDs displays modules, single-module AMOLED displays modules, CTP/RTP touchscreens, fully laminated touch-display modules, and customized OEM/ODM services.

Exhibition Highlights and Product Portfolio

Featuring a contemporary wooden structure and distinctive circular lighting installations, the joint exhibition booth provided visitors with an immersive opportunity to explore display technologies and their applications across different scenarios.

The exhibition highlighted a diverse range of end products and solutions, including E Ink Prism modular walls, ePaper photo frames and advertising displays, smart electronic labels, and digital office solutions.

E Ink Prism Modular Wall Expands Large-Format Commercial Display Applications

One of the key highlights was the E Ink Prism™ 3S modular ePaper wall, which brings new possibilities to large-format commercial display and advertising applications.

Designed as a modular decorative wall, the Prism installation supports scalable configurations, dynamic color changes, and customizable graphic patterns. Its paper-like display surface is glare-free and can maintain static content with near-zero power consumption. These characteristics make it suitable for advertising, brand presentations, reception areas, and creative spaces.

The installation demonstrates the potential of ePaper technology as a modern form of digital surface design, extending its applications beyond conventional displays into architectural and interior decoration.

From ePaper Photo Frames to Smart Accessories: Expanding Consumer Electronics Applications

In the consumer electronics segment, SEEKINK showcased ePaper photo frames in multiple sizes, including 4-inch, 5.89-inch, 7.09-inch, 10.1-inch, and 13.3-inch models. The portfolio also included larger 28.5-inch and 31.5-inch wall-mounted ePaper art frames and advertising displays, exploring new possibilities for digital image presentation in residential and indoor environments.

In addition, SEEKINK presented a range of new ePaper-enabled lifestyle accessories, including round badges, fridge magnet, anti-loss trackers, luggage tags, and pet tags.

With highly customizable designs for branding and personalization, paper-like eye-friendly displays, and a combination of environmental and aesthetic benefits, these products demonstrate the expanding potential of ePaper technology in personal accessories and everyday consumer electronics.

A Diverse ePaper Product Portfolio for Digital Office Applications

For digital office environments, SEEKINK presented several ePaper display solutions, including 3.7-inch color ePaper badges, 7.3-inch color and 7.5-inch 4-color solar-powered ePaper desk signs, and 10.2-inch four-color ePaper door signs.

These products support centralized content management and real-time information synchronization while maintaining low power consumption during continuous display. They are designed to support more energy-efficient and streamlined office operations, with applications including meeting room information, employee identification, and workstation information in shared office environments.

ePaper Labels for Industrial and Logistics Applications

For industrial and logistics applications, SEEKINK showcased a range of compact ePaper labels in sizes including 2.9 inches, 3.7 inches, and 4.2 inches.

The monochrome models combine fast refresh performance, low power consumption, and long battery life, offering a proven and reliable option for the digital transformation of industrial, logistics, and warehousing operations.

Meanwhile, continued technological advancements in BWRY and full-color E Ink Spectra 6 displays are further expanding the visual capabilities of ePaper labels, creating more possibilities for their use in digital industrial and logistics environments.

Strategic Collaboration and Market Focus

SEEKINK and TOPTE aim to provide one-stop display solutions for customers worldwide. By combining SEEKINK’s expertise in ePaper display module manufacturing with TOPTE’s capabilities in HMI display solutions, the two companies seek to address the growing demand for sustainable and energy-efficient display technologies in the European market.

About Jiangxi Xingtai Technology Inc. (SEEKINK)

SEEKINK is a professional ePaper display module manufacturer and one-stop OEM/ODM service provider. Leveraging its integrated industrial capabilities, spanning ePaper display modules to complete ePaper devices, SEEKINK is committed to enabling innovative ePaper applications across smart retail, commercial displays, smart offices, consumer electronics, digital art, and smart industrial and logistics sectors.

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Website: https://www.seekink.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seekink/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Seekink
Business Inquiries: enquiries@seekink.com 

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SolidRun Launches NXP i.MX 95 Portfolio with Complete Industrial Ecosystem and Demonstrated NVIDIA Holoscan Integration

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New i.MX 95 SoM, HummingBoard i.MX 95 IIoT carrier and camera partner ecosystem connect NXP edge nodes to SolidRun’s NVIDIA-based AI systems under one vendor, with all three Ethernet PHYs, including 10GbE, on the module

MUNICH, Germany and TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SolidRun, a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance System-on-Modules (SoMs), Single Board Computers (SBCs) and industrial edge computing solutions, today at electronica 2026 announced its NXP® i.MX 95 product family, combining the i.MX 95 SoM, HummingBoard i.MX 95 IIoT industrial carrier, software support, a camera integration ecosystem and a demonstrated end-to-end NVIDIA Holoscan implementation.

Engineered for Industry 4.0, real-time robotics, energy storage systems (ESS) and industrial networking infrastructure, the platform delivers deterministic multi-gigabit networking, real-time safety control and scalable Physical Edge AI. By bringing the essential hardware, software and integration capabilities together under one roof, SolidRun helps OEMs simplify development, reduce engineering risk and accelerate time to market.

“Industrial OEMs and infrastructure providers are moving rapidly toward Physical AI, but they face immense friction with multi-gigabit signal routing and fragmented vendor ecosystems,” said Alexander Schwartz, Head of Product at SolidRun. “By integrating all Ethernet PHYs, including 10GbE, directly on the i.MX 95 SoM while maintaining drop-in pin compatibility with our i.MX8 lines, we eliminate hardware design friction. And because we design both our NXP and NVIDIA edge platforms in-house, our customers gain a single, fully integrated system architecture that scales from compact real-time nodes up to enterprise-grade AI clusters under one roof.”

A Complete Industrial Ecosystem, From Sensor to AI

At the center of the portfolio is SolidRun’s HummingBoard i.MX 95 IIoT industrial carrier, designed for demanding applications that require high-speed networking, real-time control and multi-sensor integration. Key features include:

Industrial connectivity: Dual Gigabit Ethernet, 10GbE RJ45 with optional SFP+ optical connectivity, dual CAN-FD, RS485 and RS232Real-time control and safety: Cortex-M7 (800MHz) and Cortex-M33 (333MHz) safety domain, providing a foundation for ASIL-B and SIL-2 functional safety certificationVision and expansion: Dual MIPI CSI-2 camera interfaces with advanced ISP support, dual display outputs and multiple M.2 slots for AI acceleration, NVMe storage and 5G/cellular connectivity

Beyond the hardware, SolidRun supports a growing ecosystem of camera partners, software solutions, developer tools and application demonstrations, giving customers a coordinated platform from initial evaluation through deployment.

Demonstrated NVIDIA Holoscan Integration

SolidRun is the first to demonstrate a complete, self-contained i.MX 95 to NVIDIA Holoscan to GPU implementation on hardware from a single vendor. The pipeline processes camera and sensor data using the i.MX 95’s integrated ISP and 2.3 TOPS NPU, streams it over 10GbE for GPU inference on a SolidRun NVIDIA-based AI system, and returns commands to the Cortex-M7 core for real-time closed-loop control. Because the implementation is fully software-defined, it handles more complex workloads than fixed-function streaming front ends.

One Vendor, From NXP Edge Nodes to NVIDIA AI Systems

SolidRun brings its NXP-based embedded platforms and NVIDIA-based AI systems together in a unified, software-defined architecture, giving customers a single hardware partner from edge processing to advanced AI inference. This integrated approach simplifies development, reduces integration complexity and accelerates time to market.

Simplifying Industrial Design with Integrated Connectivity

Unlike other i.MX 95 modules that route raw SERDES or USXGMII signals to carrier connectors, SolidRun is the first to integrate all three Ethernet PHYs, including 10GbE, directly on the SoM. This eliminates the need for OEMs to design complex multi-gigabit PHY circuitry, high-speed differential pairs and magnetics, reducing PCB complexity, EMI compliance risk and development cost. All three Ethernet ports support Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) for deterministic industrial communication.

The i.MX 95 SoM also retains the 47 x 30 mm footprint and pinout compatibility of SolidRun’s previous-generation i.MX8 and i.MX8M Plus modules, providing an upgrade path without redesigning existing carrier hardware. Powered by Arm® Cortex®-A55 cores, LPDDR5 memory and the integrated eIQ® Neutron NPU, the platform increases AI processing and bandwidth while protecting customers’ existing hardware investments.

“Physical AI at the industrial edge demands compute, real-time control and safety on one chip, which is exactly what we designed the i.MX 95 to deliver, with its eIQ Neutron NPU, integrated ISP and dedicated safety domain,” said Robert Thompson, Director, Secure Connected Edge Ecosystem at NXP Semiconductors. “SolidRun’s module puts that capability to work the way OEMs need it, with the hardest parts of the system design already done, so they can bring their next generation of intelligent industrial products to market faster and with less risk.”

Availability

The SolidRun i.MX 95 SoM and HummingBoard i.MX 95 IIoT carrier are shipping now in quad- and hexa-core configurations, with commercial, wide and industrial temperature grades, including industrial operation from -40°C to +85°C. Software support and developer tools are available to accelerate evaluation and deployment.

For more information, visit SolidRun i.MX 95 SoM and HummingBoard i.MX 95 IIoT.

For more information about SolidRun, visit www.solid-run.com.

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About SolidRun

SolidRun is a leading developer and manufacturer of embedded computing and networking solutions, offering Arm- and x86-based Computer-on-Modules (SoMs), single-board computers and industrial edge computing platforms. As an original design manufacturer, SolidRun makes the latest silicon accessible to OEMs and accelerates the development and deployment of embedded, IoT and AI applications. For more information, visit www.solid-run.com.

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London startups backed by 2100 Ventures recognised among Europe’s most promising AI companies

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2100 Ventures ranks #28 among the Top 50 investors and lenders behind Sifted’s AI 100, as Alessandro Benetton backs the next generation of European tech innovators

LONDON, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Two London startups backed by European early-stage venture capital firm 2100 Ventures have been recognised in Sifted’s 2026 AI 100, which ranks Europe’s most promising AI-native startups. Swap ranks #9 and Lupa #38, among four 2100 Ventures portfolio companies to make this year’s list. 

2100 Ventures has also been named the only Italian investor among Sifted’s Top 50 investors and lenders behind the AI 100, ranking #28 overall, with twice as many portfolio companies represented as last year. The recognition highlights the firm’s role in identifying and supporting emerging European technology businesses as they develop and scale. 

Alongside Swap (#9) and Lupa (#38), the other 2100 Ventures-backed companies recognised are Mimic (#23) and Orbio (#62). 

More than 1,500 eligible companies were considered for Sifted’s 2026 AI 100, which covers AI-native startups valued under $1bn, with companies assessed on market opportunity, competitive differentiation and momentum. 

London-based Swap, which ranks #9 in the AI 100, provides an AI-powered platform helping ecommerce brands manage and grow their global operations. Founded in 2022, the company raised $100 million in January 2026, following a $40 million Series B, bringing its total funding to $149 million. 

Lupa (#38) is a London-based, AI-native veterinary technology company developing software to modernise veterinary practice management by automating administrative tasks, clinical documentation and client communications. Founded in 2023, the company raised $4 million in seed funding in January 2025 from investors including firstminute capital, 2100 Ventures and Vento by Exor Ventures. In October 2025, Lupa announced a further $20 million Series A, bringing its reported total funding to $25 million. 

Founded in 2023 by Alessandro Benetton alongside Andrea Casasco and Andrea Gennarini, 2100 Ventures invests in and supports early-stage businesses across sectors including AI, SaaS, fintech, data and ClimateTech. The firm – supported by Edizione, one of the most important European industrial holdings, and 21 Invest – works with emerging founders as they develop ambitious ideas and build businesses capable of international impact. 

Alessandro Benetton, Chairman of Edizione, founded the private equity firm 21 Invest in 1992, which has since raised more than €3 billion in capital and invested in more than 110 companies. His involvement in 2100 Ventures extends that investment activity into Europe’s early-stage technology ecosystem, with a focus on backing a new generation of entrepreneurs and innovation that can create shared value for business and society.

Alessandro Benetton said: “Europe has extraordinary entrepreneurial talent, and we believe strongly in giving the next generation of founders the backing they need to turn ambitious ideas into businesses with international impact. 

“Young people represent both the present and the future of our society. We need to listen to them, help them express their talent and support them as they drive innovation and bring forward new solutions for society. For me, this is also what shared value means: supporting enterprise in a way that creates lasting benefits not only for business, but for the wider communities it serves. 

“Having four 2100 Ventures portfolio companies recognised among Sifted’s AI 100 is encouraging. It reflects the ambition of these founders and the importance of giving emerging talent the support, confidence and resources to challenge established models and create new opportunities. That was central to why we created 2100 Ventures.”

 

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