Intel's $2.3 Billion Acquisition of Quantum Software Firm Classiq Signals a Bold Move in Quantum Computing

10/27/2026

Acquisition of Israeli quantum firm will allow Intel to become a "full-stack quantum solutions provider," chipmaker said

10/27/2026

Intel has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Classiq, a quantum computing software company, in a move aimed at combining Classiq's quantum algorithm synthesis platform with Intel's...

10/27/2026

Classiq has raised more than US$200 million and has about 130 employees.

10/27/2026

The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027 pending regulatory approvals, would add quantum processors to Intel's chip lineup

10/27/2026

Intel has agreed to acquire the Israeli quantum-software startup for $2.3 billion, betting that its technology can help turn decades of quantum research into a commercial business. CEO Nir Minerbi...

10/26/2026

Intel Corporation today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Classiq, a leading provider of quantum computing software. The combination of Classiq's synthesis...

10/26/2026

The Intel chief invested in the Israeli quantum software startup before taking the helm at the chipmaker and has since described it as a potential "next Cadence." Sources close to Classiq say Tan...

10/26/2026

Intel has repeatedly struggled to turn acquisitions into lasting competitive advantages. The Israeli quantum software company offers a chance to establish a position in a computing market whose...

10/27/2026

Intel has agreed to acquire Israeli quantum computing software company Classiq for ​about $2.3 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, ‌citing people familiar with the matter.

10/26/2026

The deal marks a record acquisition in the quantum computing industry and a major exit for Israel’s tech sector, with Classiq’s founders, employees and early investors poised for substantial returns.

10/26/2026

Nir Minerbi, Amir Naveh and Yehuda Naveh are each expected to receive $80 million to $100 million from the acquisition, while Entrée Capital stands to collect more than $300 million on an...