Chulalongkorn University and AIST (G-QuAT) Sign Five-Year Memorandum of Understanding to Build Bilateral Quantum Technology Ecosystem

quantumcomputingreport.com Sep 22, 2026

Chulalongkorn University and AIST (G-QuAT) Sign Five-Year Memorandum of Understanding to Build Bilateral Quantum Technology Ecosystem

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Sep 22, 2026

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Chulalongkorn University and Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) have signed a five‑year Memorandum of Understanding to create a bilateral quantum technology ecosystem. The agreement, coordinated through Chulalongkorn’s Siam Quantum Square, will enable joint research, scientific exchange, and industry‑focused quantum computing projects across Southeast Asia. Thai researchers will gain access to AIST’s hybrid quantum‑classical supercomputing systems, while the university will develop specialized quantum curricula to address local workforce shortages. The partnership aims to position Southeast Asia as a hub for quantum‑AI applications in drug discovery, materials science, and logistics.

💡 Why It Matters

· The MoU unlocks advanced quantum infrastructure for Thai industry, accelerating the region’s entry into high‑impact sectors that rely on quantum‑AI integration.
· It also tackles a critical talent gap, ensuring a pipeline of skilled professionals ready to drive future deep‑tech innovation.

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Chulalongkorn University and Qunova Computing Execute MoU to Advance Hybrid Quantum Algorithms…

Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok has signed a three‑year Memorandum of Understanding with South Korean quantum‑software firm Qunova Computing, coordinated through the university’s Siam Quantum Square hub. The pact creates a joint research framework that includes researcher exchanges and the deployment of hybrid quantum‑classical algorithms for chemistry, materials science, fluid dynamics and financial modeling. It aligns with Thailand’s “cloud‑first” quantum strategy, which favors cloud access to overseas QPU back‑ends over domestic hardware. Qunova and Korea’s KAIST will supply high‑accuracy Variational Quantum EigenSolver variants to tackle bottlenecks in industrial R&D, targeting drug‑lead optimization, manufacturing CFD and regional bond‑portfolio optimization. The alliance also expands SQ²’s international ecosystem and aims to establish a Southeast Asian centre for hybrid quantum‑AI development and future growth globally.

💡 By linking Thailand’s cloud‑first policy with South Korean algorithmic expertise, the deal fast‑tracks practical quantum solutions for local industries and creates a talent pipeline that could position Southeast Asia as a hub for hybrid quantum‑AI innovation.

quantumcomputingreport.com · Sep 21

SEALSQ, WISeKey, and Canton of Jura Execute MoU for CHF 40–60M ($48.7M–$73M…

SEALSQ Corp, its parent WISeKey International Holding Ltd, and the Swiss Canton of Jura signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create the Jura Post‑Quantum Semiconductor and Cybersecurity Center. The public‑private partnership will invest CHF 40 million to CHF 60 million over six years to develop regional expertise in personalizing, testing, and certifying hardware‑embedded post‑quantum cryptography. The center will use SEALSQ’s QS7001 Quantum Shield microcontrollers, which run NIST‑standard ML‑KEM and ML‑DSA lattice algorithms, and will support defense, aerospace, and critical infrastructure sectors. The facility aims to create 250+ jobs by year eight, with over 60 % of positions held by local residents.

💡 By anchoring advanced post‑quantum hardware development in Switzerland, the project strengthens national cybersecurity resilience and positions the region as a hub for secure microelectronics, directly supporting defense and critical infrastructure needs.

quantumcomputingreport.com · Sep 21

QNu Labs Launches QShield 2.0 to Drive India’s National Cryptographic Assessment &…

QNu Labs, a Bengaluru quantum‑security startup, unveiled QShield 2.0 at its 10‑year anniversary, positioning the suite as the execution engine for India’s National Cryptographic Assessment & Assurance Framework (NCAAF). The full‑stack, sovereign platform delivers post‑quantum cryptography (PQC) and crypto‑agility across five integrated modules: quantum entropy generation, risk assessment, quantum‑ready PKI, hardware‑secured vault, and AI‑model verification. Designed for on‑premises deployment, it targets banks, defence agencies and other critical‑infrastructure operators that must comply with the Department of Science and Technology’s National Quantum Mission mandate for formal PQC migration by 2027. QShield 2.0 automates asset discovery, scores algorithms against quantum‑vulnerability windows and provides continuous real‑time posture validation, aiming to neutralise “harvest‑now‑decrypt‑later” threats and AI‑driven attack surfaces. Initial installations include Indian commercial banks and security depositories.

💡 By delivering a turnkey, government‑approved PQC solution, QShield 2.0 turns India’s quantum‑readiness deadline into immediate, actionable security upgrades for its most sensitive sectors.

thequantuminsider.com · Sep 21

Chulalongkorn University and AIST Sign MoU on Quantum Technology

On July 24, 2026, Chulalongkorn University and Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) signed a five‑year memorandum of understanding through G‑QuAT to deepen collaboration in quantum technology. The agreement covers joint research, researcher exchanges, academic events, and ecosystem building, with Chulalongkorn coordinating via Siam Quantum Square and AIST providing access to its quantum computing infrastructure. The MoU aims to advance quantum computing applications, develop skilled talent, and strengthen the international quantum ecosystem between Thailand and Japan.

💡 The partnership positions Thailand to rapidly acquire expertise from Japan’s mature quantum sector, accelerating local talent development and industrial adoption of quantum solutions.

thequantuminsider.com · Sep 21

Cornell Researchers Demonstrate Standing-Wave EIT Cooling for Trapped Ions

Cornell University researchers, led by Professor Karan Mehta, used Nullspace ES to simulate electrostatic fields for a chip‑scale ion trap, enabling the first experimental demonstration of standing‑wave electromagnetically‑induced‑transparency (EIT) cooling for trapped ions. The simulations produced baseline voltage sets for axial confinement, radial mode rotation, and sub‑micron ion positioning. The new cooling method achieved higher rates, covered more motional modes, and reached lower final phonon occupation numbers than conventional running‑wave techniques.

💡 The experiment proves that advanced electrostatic simulation can accelerate the development of faster, more scalable trapped‑ion quantum processors, pushing the field closer to practical quantum computing.

thequantuminsider.com · Sep 21

SEALSQ, WISeKey and Jura Sign MoU for Swiss Post-Quantum Semiconductor Center

SEALSQ Corp, WISeKey International Holding, and the Canton of Jura signed a memorandum of understanding to create a Post‑Quantum Semiconductor and Cybersecurity Center in the Swiss canton. The project will invest roughly CHF 40‑60 million over six years, focusing on the QS7001 Quantum Shield and related secure firmware personalization, testing, and certification. The initiative aims to generate about 40 jobs in two years, expanding to over 250 by year eight, with a majority of positions filled by local residents. The center will build on the Quantix Edge Security model in Spain and seek partnerships with Swiss academia, industry, and defense programs.

💡 By establishing a sovereign post‑quantum semiconductor hub, Switzerland could secure critical supply chains for defense and high‑security sectors, reducing reliance on foreign technology. The collaboration leverages local precision manufacturing expertise, positioning the country as a leader in quantum‑ready hardware.