
Cloud access to AQT’s quantum computer IBEX Q1 on Amazon Braket
November 18th, 2025
AQT announces its trapped-ion quantum computer now available on Amazon Braket
AQT (Innsbruck, Austria), a leading provider of quantum computers from Europe, is announcing the availability of its trapped-ion quantum computer on Amazon Web Services (Seattle, Washington). With the integration of AQT’s IBEX Q1, industrial companies, research institutions, public authorities, educational institutions and developers worldwide gain direct cloud access to European quantum technology – now fully integrated into Amazon Braket.
“With the integration of IBEX Q1 into Amazon Braket we continue to expand the choices for AWS customers experimenting with quantum computing. We’re excited to deepen our dedication to EU customers and the European quantum computing community by providing access to locally hosted infrastructure, meeting critical sovereignty needs. AQT on Braket opens new opportunities for EU-based customers, providing access to trapped-ion technology to advance their research in quantum computing.”
Eric Kessler, General Manager, Amazon Braket
“With the IBEX Q1 system on Amazon Braket, AQT is happy to provide European and international customers convenient and reliable access to our high-performance trapped-ion quantum computers. Our fully connected quantum processor and low error rates facilitate the realisation of quantum-enhanced markets. The shared commitment of Braket and AQT brings this technology to a global audience and enable novel use-cases and value-generation.”
Thomas Monz, CEO of AQT
Advantages of accessing AQT’s quantum computer via Amazon Braket

Accessibility for everyone via Amazon Braket to AQT’s trapped-ion quantum computer
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AQT’s quantum computer IBEX Q1
All components of the AQT quantum computer fit into two 19-inch rack cabinets that are compatible with existing HPC infrastructure and datacentre installations. The entire quantum computer runs in a constant room temperature environment and consumes less than 2 kW of power.

Trapped-ion quantum computer by AQT
Photo credit: D. Kühl, AQT

Quantum processor PINE SET-UP by AQT, seamless for the integration in a 19-inch rack or laboratory infrastructure.
Photo credit: D. Kühl, AQT
New Possibilities
For characterization and benchmarking data of IBEX Q1, including metrics such as crosstalk and quantum volume, visit the AQT website or the Amazon Braket Management Console.
AQT’s trapped-ion quantum computer IBEX Q1 is the ideal hardware for proof-of-concept use cases in the fields like chemistry, portfolio optimization, risk analysis, quantum security, decryption and more. The quantum computer is located in Austria, which is particularly advantageous for users with data residency, regulatory or European sovereignty requirements.

Process optimisation in manufacturing industry
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Cloud access to AQT IBEX Q1 quantum computer via Amazon Braket
Photo credit: D. Kühl, AQT
With AQT’s trapped-ion quantum computer available on Amazon Braket, users can get started immediately – without upfront costs and fully tailored to their specific needs. Whether on-demand or via hourly reservations through Braket Direct, you can access IBEX Q1 according to your needs. This makes it easier than ever to explore quantum algorithms- for research, development and innovation.
Discover the potential of AQT’s trapped-ion quantum computer on Amazon Braket – all details and further information are available on the Amazon Braket website.
Foto credit: D. Kühl, AQT

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