By Mohib Ur Rehman
Publication Date: 2026-02-19 11:50:00
Insider Brief
- IBM has invested in quantum software startups SQK and QodeX Quantum as part of its strategy to expand the quantum software ecosystem.
- SQK is applying hybrid quantum-classical algorithms to medical image reconstruction, while QodeX Quantum is developing quantum-native AI models integrated into machine learning workflows.
- IBM is also supporting quantum software development in Illinois through a partnership with the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center and participation in the Alchemist Chicago accelerator.
- Picture by IBM.
IBM announced new investments in quantum software startups SQK and QodeX Quantum, stating that the company is committed to developing quantum software and maintaining the Qiskit open-source quantum software development kit while partnering with and investing in startups to accelerate adoption and impact.
The company said it has invested in SQK and QodeX Quantum, two early-stage startups in the Duality quantum startup…
