Analysis

March 3, 2021

Why investors love quantum-as-a-service

Quantum software allows investors and customers to dive into the industry without having to wait for all the answers.


Maija Palmer

7 min read

B2B SaaS startups have been a money-making bonanza for many VCs over the years. Now many of them are eyeing up quantum computing-as-a-service to get into this still-developing deep tech sector.

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Breakdown of spending on quantum technologies
Photonic and superconducting take the majority of funding. Source: Michel Kurek at Le Lab Quantique
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Chart showing spending on quantum technologies since 2012
Source: Michel Kurek at Le Lab Quantique
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