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Brazil will install its first quantum computers of 20 and 100 qubits in Paraíba in a R$ 200 million project aimed at technological innovation.
Brazil will take an unprecedented step in the field of advanced computing with the installation of its first two operational quantum computers. The machines, with capacities of 20 and 100 qubits, will be hosted in the state of Paraíba and will be part of the International Center for Quantum Computing of Paraíba (CIQUANTA-PB).
According to CanalTech, the new center’s mission is to strengthen national technological sovereignty, boost strategic research, and stimulate the development of advanced technologies, including the future manufacturing of quantum chips in the country.
According to a post made on the Instagram profile of the MCTI on April 7, the schedule foresees the training of the Brazilian team in June and July 2026, the delivery of the equipment in August, and the completion of assembly by October of the same year.
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Investment and structure of CIQUANTA-PB
To enable its research and engineering infrastructure, CIQUANTA-PB will have a total investment of R$ 200 million. Of this amount, R$ 140 million will be provided by the Government of the State of Paraíba and R$ 60 million by the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI).
The quantum computers installed at the center are expected to support applied research in areas such as digital security, artificial intelligence, development of new materials, and innovations in medicine. The structure will also function as a national hub for quantum experimentation, connecting laboratories and promoting the sharing of scientific methodologies.
Professional training and technological capacity building
In addition to the technological infrastructure, the project foresees a strong investment in professional training. Through the Quantum Technologies Residency Project – Qualification and Entrepreneurship of National DeepTechs, R$ 20 million will be allocated over 36 months.
The initiative aims to train about 500 students, researchers, and professionals in areas such as microelectronics, semiconductors, and advanced computing. The program will also offer 156 scholarships.
The teaching and laboratory practice activities will be distributed among six cities: João Pessoa and Campina Grande (PB), Fortaleza (CE), Salvador (BA), Goiânia (GO), and Campinas (SP).
Impact and strategic alignment
According to the plan, this human capital training will be essential to support the advancement of quantum computing in the country, ensuring the necessary technical foundation to operate and develop cutting-edge technologies.
The project is aligned with the National Strategy for Science, Technology, and Innovation (ENCTI) and the Brazilian Strategy for Digital Transformation (E-Digital).
