Quantum Computing Advances in Euskadi with the KUBIT Project to Boost Artificial Intelligence

Quantum computing, with its potential to solve complex problems beyond classical computing capabilities, is emerging as a key technology in an increasingly interconnected world. Through initiatives like the KUBIT project, the Basque Network aims to enhance the competitiveness of the Basque ecosystem.

KUBIT – Kuantikaren Berrikuntzarako Ikasketa Teknologikoa (Technological Learning for Quantum Innovation) – is researching quantum computing and simulation methods, algorithms, and approaches to complement AI in the Basque industrial sector. The project will assess its impact and maturity. Partners include Ibermática Fundazioa, Ikerlan, Lortek, Tekniker, Mondragon Unibertsitatea, UPV/EHU y Vicomtech, with support from the SPRI Group through the Elkartek Program. 

The initiative stems from ongoing research by its partners and a series of computational challenges identified, which are linked to common needs within the Basque industry. KUBIT aims to develop a portfolio of industrial property assets in quantum computing, focused on solving typical industrial problems and creating techniques to address complex computational challenges using the most advanced quantum hardware available.

Additionally, KUBIT supports the European strategy to achieve sovereignty in critical technologies and ensure that Europe has essential capabilities across the entire AI value chain.

The consortium has also received support from BasQ, the Diputación Foral de Bizkaia and its Bizkaia Quantum Industrial Hub, Diputación Foral de Gipuzkoa, Diputación Foral de Álava, BAIC-Basque Artificial Intelligence Center, Cluster GAIA, IBM, CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles), ERICTEL, Euskaltel, Petronor, and Telefónica.

News provided by SPRI.