Qbeat Ventures Leads Investment in OrangeQS's Record-Breaking €12M Seed Round

Backing the infrastructure that will power the quantum revolution

The quantum computing industry stands at an inflection point. While the theoretical foundations have been laid and proof-of-concepts demonstrated, the path from laboratory curiosities to industrial-scale quantum computers depends on solving critical infrastructure challenges. Today, we're thrilled to announce our investment in a company that's tackling one of the most fundamental bottlenecks in this journey.

A Historic Investment in Dutch Quantum Innovation

Qbeat Ventures is proud to have participated in Orange Quantum Systems' €12 million seed round – the largest quantum technology seed investment in Dutch history.

This milestone reflects not just the promise of OrangeQS's technology but the maturation of Europe's quantum ecosystem and our commitment to backing the infrastructure companies that will enable the quantum revolution.

Based in Delft, the Netherlands – a global hub for quantum research and innovation – OrangeQS has positioned itself at a critical juncture in the quantum value chain. While much attention focuses on the quantum computers themselves, OrangeQS recognized that the testing and validation of quantum chips represents a significant bottleneck that could limit the entire industry's scalability.

The OrangeQS Team

Solving the Quantum Testing Challenge

Traditional semiconductor testing approaches simply don't work for quantum systems. Quantum chips operate at near absolute zero temperatures, require precise electromagnetic environments, and demand testing protocols that preserve the delicate quantum states that make these systems powerful. As quantum computers scale from today's hundreds of qubits to the millions needed for practical applications, testing becomes exponentially more complex and expensive.

OrangeQS has developed a revolutionary approach to quantum chip testing that addresses three critical challenges:

Speed: Their platform dramatically reduces testing time compared to conventional methods, enabling faster iteration cycles for quantum chip developers.

Cost-effectiveness: By streamlining the testing process, OrangeQS makes quantum development more economically viable, especially crucial as the industry scales.

Scalability: Perhaps most importantly, their solution scales with the growing complexity of quantum systems, ensuring that testing capabilities won't become a bottleneck as quantum computers become more powerful.

Market Timing and Opportunity

The quantum technology market is experiencing unprecedented momentum. Industry projections estimate the global quantum computing market will reach $173 billion by 2040, driven by applications across pharmaceuticals, financial services, logistics, cybersecurity, and materials science. Governments worldwide have committed over $25 billion in public funding, while private investment continues to accelerate.

This convergence of public commitment, private investment, and technical progress creates a unique window for companies like OrangeQS that provide essential infrastructure. By investing now, we're positioning ourselves – and our portfolio – to benefit from the entire quantum ecosystem's growth, not just individual quantum computer manufacturers.

Why OrangeQS Fits Our Investment Thesis

At Qbeat Ventures, we focus on companies that don't just participate in technological revolutions – they enable them. OrangeQS exemplifies our investment philosophy in several key ways:

Infrastructure Play: Rather than betting on specific quantum computing approaches, we're investing in the testing infrastructure that all quantum computers will need.

Technical Moat: The complexity of quantum testing creates significant barriers to entry, protecting OrangeQS's market position as the industry scales.

Experienced Team: Led by Garrelt Alberts and a team with deep quantum physics and engineering expertise, OrangeQS combines scientific rigor with commercial focus.

Market Validation: Leading quantum computing companies are already recognizing the need for OrangeQS's solutions, providing early market validation and revenue opportunities.

The OrangeQS Leading Team

Fueling Growth and Innovation

This €12 million investment will accelerate OrangeQS's R&D efforts and scale their production capabilities. Specifically, the funding will enable:

• Development of next-generation testing equipment capable of handling increasingly complex quantum systems

• Expansion of their engineering team to meet growing demand from quantum computing companies

• International market expansion beyond their European base

• Strategic partnerships with leading quantum computer manufacturers

The Quantum Revolution Requires Quantum Infrastructure

While quantum computers capture headlines, the companies building the infrastructure, tools, and support systems for quantum computing may ultimately prove more valuable and less risky investments. OrangeQS represents exactly this type of "picks and shovels" opportunity in the quantum gold rush.

As quantum computers transition from research tools to commercial products, every major player will need reliable, scalable testing solutions. OrangeQS is positioning itself as the essential partner for this transition, creating a business model that grows with the entire quantum industry rather than depending on any single technological approach or company's success.

Looking Forward

The quantum computing industry is moving from promise to reality, but this transition requires more than just better quantum computers – it requires an entire ecosystem of supporting technologies, services, and infrastructure. OrangeQS represents our confidence in this ecosystem approach and our commitment to backing the companies that will make quantum computing practical and scalable.

We're excited to support Garrelt Alberts and the entire OrangeQS team as they build the testing infrastructure that will enable quantum computers to solve real-world problems at scale. This investment reflects our broader mission to identify and back the companies that will define the quantum future.

The quantum revolution is here, and we're proud to be backing the infrastructure that will power it forward.

---

For more information about Qbeat Ventures' quantum portfolio and investment thesis, contact our team or explore our recent investments in deep technology companies shaping the future.