KIST Accelerates Global Expansion for Korean Quantum Deep-Tech Startups at Quantum World Congress 2026

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KIST Accelerates Global Expansion for Korean Quantum Deep-Tech Startups at Quantum World Congress 2026

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Sep 28, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

At Quantum World Congress 2026, the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) led a delegation of Korean quantum deep‑tech startups—OptiQ‑Labs, Bright Quantum, and xDots—to secure strategic partnerships with D‑Wave, Microsoft, and Japan’s AIST. The Global Bridge Program, co‑managed with the U.S. Embassy, facilitated access to advanced quantum infrastructure and enterprise collaboration. OptiQ‑Labs announced plans to open a U.S. East Coast office, becoming the first Deeptech Incubator Project startup to establish a regional presence. KIST emphasized converting these connections into long‑term commercialization opportunities.

💡 Why It Matters

· The U.S.
· office launch signals a tangible shift from research to market deployment for Korean quantum firms, positioning them as early entrants in the competitive U.S.
· quantum ecosystem.

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