Partnership combines Quantinuum’s quantum computing leadership with Quanta Computer’s expertise in industrializing advanced computing systems at a global scaleCompanies plan to co-develop the infrastructure, systems engineering, and manufacturing capabilities required for future generations of quantum computersCollaboration aims to support Quantinuum’s technology roadmap toward commercially-deployable, large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum systems

BROOMFIELD, Colo., and TAIPEI, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Quanta Computer (“Quanta”), a Fortune Global 500 manufacturer of advanced computing and cloud infrastructure, and Quantinuum (Nasdaq: QNT), a leading quantum computing company, today announced a collaborative development agreement to help establish an industrial foundation for the next era of quantum computing.

Under the terms of the agreement, the companies plan to jointly develop critical hardware infrastructure supporting future generations of Quantinuum’s quantum systems, combining Quantinuum’s quantum technology leadership with Quanta’s expertise in scaling sophisticated computing platforms.

Quanta and Quantinuum aim to create a practical pathway from today’s quantum systems to commercially deployable quantum computers capable of supporting broad enterprise and scientific adoption. The collaboration is aiming to accelerate the path toward scalable quantum computing infrastructure. With joint engineering work already underway, the companies are designing the next generation of hardware infrastructure with the objective of making future quantum computers more modular, manufacturable, and scalable.

“It is time for quantum computing to transition from breakthroughs in physics achieved in the lab to breakthroughs in system manufacturing that can be deployed and operated at scale,” said Dr. Rajeeb Hazra, President and CEO of Quantinuum. “Quanta has earned a global reputation for industrializing some of the most advanced computing technologies in the world. By working together, we can help ensure the manufacturing ecosystem, engineering expertise, and supply chains required for large-scale quantum computing evolve in parallel with the technology itself.”

About Quantinuum

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company offering a full-stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. The company has commercially deployed multiple generations of trapped-ion based quantum systems built on the well-established QCCD architecture, which it has implemented with novel designs and capabilities to achieve the industry’s highest accuracy levels based on average two-qubit gate fidelity.[1] Quantinuum has active engagements with market leaders across pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, and government and industrial markets, as well as academic and research institutions globally. The company has a global workforce of approximately 700 employees, including top scientists and researchers. Over 70% of its technology team holds PhDs or Master’s degrees. Quantinuum’s headquarters is in Broomfield, Colorado, with additional facilities across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Qatar, and Singapore. For more information, please visit www.quantinuum.com.

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[1] As of December 31, 2025.

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SINGAPORE, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have renewed and broadened their strategic partnership through a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), extending collaboration beyond joint destination marketing into new areas of data, technology, and AI-powered travel innovation.

The MOU was signed in the presence of Mr. Omri Morgenshtern, Chief Executive Officer of Agoda, and Ms. Melissa Ow, Chief Executive of STB. This latest agreement entails a three-year commitment focused on promoting Singapore as a destination, deepening data and technology collaboration, and advancing industry development.

First established in 2022 and renewed in 2024, the partnership has evolved with each iteration to address shifting traveller behaviours and the increasingly central role of digital tools across the traveller journey. This latest expansion broadens the scope across four pillars: joint marketing, data strategy and insights, thought leadership and innovation, and a tech collaboration exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to provide travellers with travel recommendations for experiencing Singapore. The partnership will also support Singapore’s tourism industry stakeholders through capability-building initiatives aligned with the sector’s digital priorities in areas such as data science, AI upskilling and experience development.

The signing builds on momentum established earlier this year. In May 2026, Agoda and STB launched a joint marketing campaign to support demand for Singapore amid global disruptions, while tapping into growing interest in short-haul regional travel. With strong participation from Singapore hotel partners, the campaign delivered encouraging results across target markets — a promising sign of what the partnership can achieve.

Ms Ow said: “STB is pleased to deepen its partnership with Agoda, amidst evolving traveller expectations and the role of technology in travel. The renewed collaboration presents the opportunity to tap on Agoda’s platform reach, traveller insights and technology capabilities to strengthen Singapore’s destination appeal in the digital space. The partnership also supports STB’s Tourism 2040 ambitions, with a mutual commitment to harness technology and raise industry capabilities for Singapore tourism.”

Mr Morgenshtern added, “Agoda shares a unique bond with Singapore, and this expanded collaboration reflects our investment in the market’s digital future. We’re excited to bring our AI and analytics capabilities to this partnership, enabling STB to reach travellers more precisely while supporting the innovation priorities that benefit the entire Singapore tourism ecosystem.”

With this MOU, Agoda and STB will combine their respective strengths to offer travelers more relevant and engaging ways to experience Singapore, while supporting the long-term growth and development of the wider tourism industry.

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Kota Kinabalu, Langkawi and Kuantan lead accommodation searches, while Kota Bharu emerges as the destination getting a fresh look

SINGAPORE, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ahead of the Merdeka and school holiday period, new search data from digital travel platform Agoda shows that Malaysians are looking closer to home for quick getaways, with stays averaging approximately two days across the destinations studied. The trend suggests travellers are making smaller windows of time count, choosing shorter escapes that are easier to plan while still offering a meaningful break.

Kota Kinabalu, Langkawi and Kuantan saw the highest overall accommodation search interest for stays between 22 August and 7 September 2026. At the same time, several destinations are seeing renewed interest, led by Kota Bharu, where accommodation searches reached approximately 3.6x compared with the same period in 2025.

Familiar favourites continue to lead the way

When time is limited, Malaysians appear to be choosing destinations that make it easy to switch into holiday mode.

Based on Agoda’s accommodation searches, Kota Kinabalu was the most searched, followed by Langkawi and Kuantan. Whether the plan is seafood and sunsets in Kota Kinabalu, an unhurried island break in Langkawi or a weekend of beach time and local food in Kuantan, each offers an easy escape without requiring extensive planning.

Kuantan saw especially notable search growth. Alongside being one of the three most searched destinations, searches grew 2.8x in 2026 compared with the same period last year. Langkawi and Kota Kinabalu also recorded further growth, with searches rising by 69% and 53% respectively, showing that Malaysia’s best-known holiday spots continue to appeal to travellers looking for a convenient and familiar getaway.

More destinations are catching travellers’ attention

While familiar favourites remain among the most searched destinations, others are gaining interest. Kota Bharu recorded the largest increase, with accommodation searches reaching around 3.6x compared with the same period in 2025, followed by Miri at 2.4x, Johor Bahru at 2.3x, Ipoh at 2.1x and Kuching at 2x. The findings suggest Malaysians are exploring a wider range of local getaways this Merdeka season, from food-focused weekends and cultural escapes to lively city breaks and slower-paced trips.

Fabian Teja, Country Director, Malaysia and Brunei at Agoda, said, “Travellers are becoming more intentional with the time they have. Rather than waiting for a longer holiday, many Malaysians are planning trips around long weekends and school breaks while still seeking rewarding experiences. It is encouraging to see continued interest in familiar favourites alongside destinations attracting renewed attention, showing that travellers are balancing comfort with curiosity. Whether it is a beach escape, food-focused weekend or cultural getaway, Agoda helps travellers find accommodation, flights and activities that make every trip worthwhile.”

With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes and over 300,000 activities, Agoda offers travellers access to a wide range of options for every travel style and budget. Travelers can find the best deals on Agoda’s mobile app or visit Agoda.com to plan their next holiday.

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