Quantinuum SG Grand Challenge 2026

The Quantinuum Singapore Grand Challenge is a global hybrid innovation challenge that aims to bring together researchers, developers, students, startups and industry professionals to explore how quantum computing could potentially address industrially relevant challenges across sectors.

It runs online on the Aqora platform over three months, and the top finalist teams present in person in Singapore.

Participants will compete for prizes, recognition and the opportunity to showcase their ideas to leaders from the global quantum ecosystem.

The challenge is open to individuals and teams from around the world. We welcome participants from academia, research institutions, start-ups, industry and the broader technology community.

Whether you are experienced in quantum computing or just beginning your journey, there is a challenge suitable for different levels of expertise.

Some challenge themes are technical, participants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to participate. Teams with complementary skills often produce the strongest solutions.

Learning resources, technical documentation and mentoring opportunities will be available throughout the challenge.

The Quantinuum Singapore Grand Challenge is organised by Quantinuum in partnership with Singapore's National Quantum Office (NQO) and delivered through the Aqora challenge platform. Together, we aim to accelerate quantum innovation, foster talent development and encourage real world quantum applications.

Individual registrations are welcome. We will provide opportunities for participants to connect and form teams through the challenge platform where possible. While we will endeavour to facilitate introductions, team formation is ultimately participant driven and cannot be guaranteed.

Participation in the Quantinuum Singapore Grand Challenge is free of charge.

Registration is completed through the Aqora platform.

Click Register Now to create your account and complete the registration process.

Participants may choose from six challenge themes covering real world applications of quantum computing:

• Quantum Primitives
• Chemistry
• AI for Quantum
• QEC
• Optimisation
• Open Innovation (Bring Your Own Use Case)

Registered participants will have access to:

• Challenge briefs and supporting materials
• Learning resources and webinars
• Technical documentation
• Mentoring sessions with quantum and industry experts
• Collaboration and submission tools through the Aqora platform

The challenge begins with an online launch and runs over several weeks, allowing participants time to develop, refine and submit their solutions.

Following the evaluation process, shortlisted finalists will be granted Quantinuum hardware access and be invited to Singapore to present their solutions at the Grand Finale.

Please refer to the Timeline section for the latest key dates.

Finalist teams are expected to present their solutions in person at the Singapore Finale.

Participants are responsible for all travel, accommodation, visa and related expenses associated with attending the finale in Singapore.

Entries will be evaluated by an expert judging panel based on criteria including:

• Solution Accuracy
• Hardware Utilization
• Commercial Impact
• Source Code Quality
• Scientific Impact

The full judging criteria will be published before submissions open.

Selected finalists will receive Quantinuum Hardware Quantum Credits (HQCs) and recognition. Winning teams may also have the opportunity to showcase their solutions to industry leaders and the wider quantum ecosystem.

Prize details will be announced when registration opens.

Yes. Participants retain ownership of their original intellectual property. By submitting an entry, participants grant the organisers the necessary rights to evaluate their submission and promote the challenge in accordance with the competition Terms and Conditions.

If you have any further questions, please contact us at sg-grand-challenge@aqora.io. Our team will be happy to assist.