Classiq
Overview
High-level quantum software platform that automatically synthesises optimised quantum circuits from functional descriptions. Like a quantum compiler — users describe what they want, Classiq generates the circuit. Hardware-agnostic.
Key Milestones
- 2020: Founded by CEO Nir Minerbi and CTO Dr. Amir Naveh
- 2023: Raised $33M Series B
- 2024: Partnerships with NVIDIA, IBM, Amazon Braket, Azure Quantum
- 2025: Platform integrated with all major quantum hardware providers
Technology Approach
Classiq solves the quantum programming bottleneck. Writing quantum circuits by hand is like programming in assembly language — possible for small programs, but impractical for anything complex. Classiq’s platform lets users describe quantum algorithms at a high level, then automatically generates optimised circuits for the target hardware.
This is analogous to what compilers did for classical computing: separating the “what” from the “how” and letting the machine handle the low-level optimisation. The platform works across all major quantum hardware providers.
Competitive Position
Strengths: Hardware-agnostic positioning. Partnerships with all major cloud quantum platforms. Addresses a real bottleneck (most organisations can’t write quantum circuits). Strong investor base (HPE, Cisco, Samsung).
Challenges: Competing with open-source tools (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane). Risk that hardware vendors build equivalent compilers internally. Value proposition depends on quantum computing becoming mainstream.