A Munich-based team advised Kipu Quantum GmbH (‘Kipu’) on the strategic acquisition of the PlanQK platform for quantum applications from Anaqor AG.
The PlanQK platform enhances accessibility to quantum computing across various sectors, serving a broad range of users from leading companies such as BASF, DB Systel GmbH, T-LABS and TRUMPF.
Combining their strengths, Kipu Quantum and the PlanQK team are set to greatly enhance quantum computing accessibility across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, logistics, and finance, accelerating these sectors towards achieving quantum advantage.
Kipu Quantum is a German company developing groundbreaking hardware- and application-specific quantum computing algorithms for a wide range of industries.
PlanQK is an open, community-based platform for quantum applications. With 30 successfully proven use cases and more than 100 partners, PlanQK is a pioneer in the field of quantum platforms. PlanQK was initiated in 2019, continuously developed together with leading universities and companies and supported as a flagship project by the German government.
Corporate/Private Equity
Silvio McMiken (Counsel), Florian Hirschmann (Partner), Tobias Schulz (Associate, Munich)
Tax
Oded Schein (Partner), Philipp Lauer (Associate, Munich)