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January 15, 2026

Equal1 raises $60m to roll out plug-and-play quantum computers

Ireland Strategic Investment Fund and Atlantic Bridge back Dublin-based startup

Martin Coulter

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Dublin-based startup Equal1 has raised $60m to accelerate the rollout of its plug-and-play quantum computers. 

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Equal1 CEO Jason Lynch. Credit: Fergal Phillips
Equal1 CEO Jason Lynch. Credit: Fergal Phillips
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Martin Coulter

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