Innsbruck, Austria, May 05, 2026 -- AQT, the European leader in ion-trap quantum computing, is proud to announce a transformative leap in computational performance. Today, they unveil the LYNX Series, a new generation of 19-inch rack-mounted quantum computers that has officially achieved a record-breaking Quantum Volume (QV) of 32768.

The LYNX Series: Precision at Scale

The LYNX Series represents the culmination of years of research into high-fidelity gate operations and advanced trapped-ion control. The LYNX Series integrates their proprietary gate developments, significantly reducing the sensitivity to laser frequency noise and laser phase noise and allowing for deeper, more complex circuits than ever before possible in a standard data centre environment.

“With the LYNX Series, we aren’t just increasing qubit counts; we are perfecting control and reducing sensitivity,” says Dr. Thomas Monz, CEO of AQT. “Achieving this new Quantum Volume benchmark proves that our trapped-ion architecture is the most viable path for real-world industrial applications, from chemistry to complex logistics.”

Why Quantum Volume Matters

While qubit count is a frequent headline, Quantum Volume is a more holistic metric that accounts for gate fidelity, connectivity, and hardware stability. By reaching this new QV milestone, the LYNX Series ensures:

• Higher Algorithm Success Rates: users can run longer sequences of operations with minimal error.
• Seamless Integration: the series remains housed in a standard 19-inch rack, requiring no special cryogenic infrastructure beyond its internal cooling.
• Cloud Readiness: the LYNX Series will soon be available via the AQT Cloud and their partners.

Strengthening the European Ecosystem

This launch reinforces AQT’s commitment to European technological leadership. Developed and manufactured in Innsbruck, the LYNX Series provides European industries and research institutions with high-performance quantum assets that guarantee data sovereignty and security. The first units of the LYNX Series are scheduled for availability to select strategic partners in Q4 2026, with wider commercial availability following shortly after.