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Funding

Yaqumo Expands Seed Extension Round with Backing from Government-Funded JIC VGI and Toyota

By Quantum Computing ReportAugust 4, 2026

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Yaqumo has raised new funding from JIC VGI and Toyota to advance its neutral-atom quantum processor technology for industrial use.

Yaqumo, a startup founded in April 2025, has successfully expanded its seed extension funding round. The company, which specializes in scalable quantum computers utilizing cold ytterbium atom architecture, received significant backing from government-backed JIC Venture Growth Investments (JIC VGI) and Toyota Invention Partners (TIP).

This infusion of capital is earmarked to accelerate the commercialization of Yaqumo’s neutral-atom quantum processors. The partnership leverages JIC VGI’s financial resources for ongoing research and development, while Toyota’s involvement provides critical manufacturing expertise.

The company aims to apply its quantum technology to complex challenges in the automotive and smart-city sectors. By integrating Toyota’s industrial knowledge with its proprietary cold-atom architecture, Yaqumo seeks to bridge the gap between laboratory-scale quantum systems and practical, real-world industrial applications.

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