Xanadu

Xanadu is a Canadian quantum computing company based in Toronto, founded in 2016 by Christian Weedbrook. The company focuses on developing photonic quantum computers, which utilize photons as qubits. Xanadu aims to make quantum computing accessible and useful globally, positioning itself as a leader in scalable and fault-tolerant quantum systems. The company offers a range of products, including the Aurora universal photonic quantum computer and the Xanadu Cloud platform, which provides access to quantum hardware and simulators. Xanadu also develops open-source software tools like PennyLane and Strawberry Fields, which support quantum programming and circuit design. With over 240 employees, Xanadu collaborates with industry leaders and research institutions to advance quantum technology, serving customers across various sectors such as machine learning and materials science.