About Kipu

At Kipu Quantum we believe that quantum computing can have an amazing economic impact and might change our society in many different aspects.

We create software that makes quantum useful
We solve real industry problems, thanks to our revolutionary algorithms, embedded in software solutions. 200+ enterprises already signed up to our platform, PLANQK. It provides access to our solutions, incl. cloud-accessible quantum processors. No quantum know-how required
We are the leading team in industrial quantum solutions
Our founding team brings a previous exit, 25+ years in quantum R&D, and unique insights into what industrial quantum users in pharma, chemicals & manufacturing really want.
Strong technical leadership team beyond the founders, 30+ PhDs in quantum physics, math, computer science and chemistry
We have reached a crossroad: quantum advantage is here
We create co-designed solutions that are powered by our unique quantum physics insights and enhanced by AI. This extracts the best from today’s quantum processors. We are 10,000x shorter than other quantum algorithms, allowing us to beat classical solutions in solution quality, for real problems.

Meet our Founders

Name: Kipu Quantum GmbH
Address: Roonstraße 23a, Karlsruhe, 76137, Germany
Telephone: +49 721 61902038

Chief Executive Officer and Co-FounderDaniel Volz Daniel served as a project lead with BASF SE, working on the strategic impact of quantum computing and other corporate-development related topics. Later, as a senior consultant at McKinsey, he built up McKinsey’s quantum computing capabilities and acted as a consultant for clients in verticals such as chemicals, pharma, oil & gas, banking, automotive, and electronics.
He co-built a specialty chemicals startup as the first non-founder employee (high-tech and electronic chemicals) in his twenties and mastered skills like R&D and managing projects and teams of various sizes along the way. Contact me on LinkedIn
Chief Strategy Officer and Co-FounderTobias Grab Tobias is a scientist and experienced entrepreneur, after his PhD he build a organic semiconductor company that exited to Samsung in 2021, he is responsible for Operation, Strategy and represents the founders in Kipu's board of directors. Contact me on LinkedIn
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-FounderEnrique Solano Enrique is a physicist. He has worked in Peru, France, Brazil, Germany, China, and Spain, occupying leading positions in academic institutions. He constantly explores interdisciplinary ideas and initiatives merging arts, science, technology, and entrepreneurship. Apart from his pioneering works in quantum computing and quantum technologies, he develops novel interdisciplinary fields like quantum arts, neuromorphic quantum computing, quantum brain networks, and the quantum metaverse. Contact me on LinkedIn