Ep16. Quantum Technology. IQM Quantum Computers, Pasqal, Quandela, ID Quantique, Alice & Bob.

About this episode

This episode discusses the latest developments in European tech, including significant funding rounds and acquisitions, and delves into the advancements in Quantum Technology.

This week on EuroTech, we break down the biggest stories shaping European tech and investor sentiment: Synthesia’s $200M raise powering a $4B valuation, Sword Health’s €285M acquisition of Germany’s Kaia Health, and Alan’s reported push toward a €5B valuation. We also unpack why SAP and Nokia stocks tumbled—and why RobCo’s $100M “physical AI” round signals renewed momentum in industrial automation. Then we go deep on Quantum Technology in Europe: why quantum is moving from academic labs into ...

Topics covered

• Quantum Technology
• European tech
• investor sentiment
• industrial automation

Keywords

• Synthesia
• Sword Health
• SAP
• Nokia
• RobCo
• physical AI

Mentioned in this episode

Products: IQM Quantum Computers, Pasqal, Quandela, ID Quantique, Alice & Bob

Places: Germany, Europe

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