Naples will become the European hub for quantum computing: launch in 2026
Quantum computing continues its triumphant march across the world, and now a new point of attraction appears on the map — Naples. Israeli quantum computing software developer Classiq is joining forces with the Italian engineering group TEA TEK Group to create a full-fledged quantum computing center in this southern Italian city.
The project is ambitious in its architecture: it will combine specialized quantum hardware with a capacity of 128 qubits with Classiq's advanced software platform. This is not just a laboratory for experiments — it is about a commercial infrastructure that will provide services under the "quantum computing as a service" (QCaaS) model. Users will not have to purchase and maintain expensive quantum hardware; it will be enough to connect to the platform remotely.
According to the partners' plans, the launch of services is scheduled for the end of 2026. This is a realistic timeline, given the current pace of quantum technology development and the need for hardware and software integration. For Europe, which is striving to catch up with the US and China in the quantum race, the emergence of such a hub is a strategically important step.
My analysis: The collaboration between Classiq and TEA TEK is a classic example of "software-hardware" synergy. Classiq is known for its powerful compiler and automation tools that allow optimizing quantum algorithms for specific hardware. If the Italian side ensures stable operation of the 128-qubit system, this could become one of the first commercially viable quantum platforms in Southern Europe. However, it should not be forgotten that 128 qubits are still at the level of noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) machines, and solving truly practical problems will require either error correction or a transition to more powerful systems. Nevertheless, the very fact of such a center emerging is a strong signal for the market.