QC82 is developing high-efficiency photon detectors for telecom wavelengths that operate at room temperature, with the goal of enabling longer-distance quantum communications and ultra-large-scale photonic quantum computers. The company aims to reduce the energy, cost, engineering complexity and footprint of quantum devices through its detector technology. QC82 is based in College Park, Md., and is led by CEO Hussain Zaidi. The company frames its work as building critical photonic infrastructure for practical quantum computing. Public statements indicate the firm is focused on continued research and development, supported by investments such as TEDCO’s Venture Funds award.

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May 2026