Governor Pritzker Unveils IBM Quantum System Two in Illinois, Bolstering State's Quantum Leadership
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) joined IBM and local quantum leaders to unveil IBM's Quantum System Two in Chicago. This marks a significant milestone for Illinois, reinforcing its ambition to become a global leader in quantum computing and advanced technology. The IBM Quantum System Two, the company's first quantum computer in Illinois, is now operational at Hyde Park Labs. This location serves as a temporary home before its eventual move to the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP). The deployment is part of a broader partnership between Illinois and IBM, aimed at connecting leading researchers and expanding the quantum ecosystem through new opportunities for businesses and workers. The system will support the IQMP's National Quantum Algorithm Center (NQAC), which was announced in 2024 by Governor Pritzker, IBM, and academic and industry partners, to develop quantum algorithms and explore practical applications.
