Planckian is a technology company.
Planckian has raised $3.0M across 1 funding round.
Planckian has raised $3.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Planckian is a quantum technology startup developing innovative qubit-based architectures, initially focused on quantum batteries for efficient energy management and now advancing scalable superconducting quantum chips.[1][3] Founded as the first joint spin-off from the University of Pisa and Scuola Normale Superiore in Italy, it builds products harnessing quantum mechanics—such as quantum batteries using qubit states for superior energy storage and chips that decouple control wiring from qubit scaling to enable practical quantum computing.[1][2][3] The company serves industries needing advanced energy solutions and quantum computing, solving key challenges like inefficient energy storage in classical batteries and wiring bottlenecks that hinder quantum scalability.[1][2][3] Planckian has shown strong growth momentum, raising over €2.7 million in pre-seed funding in 2023 led by Eureka! Venture (with CDP Venture, Exor Ventures, and angels), followed by $3.17 million in seed funding to expand R&D, engineering, and operations.[1][2]
Planckian emerged in 2023 as a spin-off from Italy's University of Pisa and Scuola Normale Superiore, combining expertise in condensed matter physics, quantum information theory, and materials science.[1][2] Co-founders Marco Polini (CSO) and Vittorio Giovannetti (Executive Scientific Advisor), both leading experts, drew from research in quantum thermodynamics and unconventional quantum materials to pioneer qubit-based energy technologies.[1] The idea stemmed from qubits' unique quantum properties—like distinct energy levels in particles such as atoms—enabling more efficient energy management than classical systems.[1] Early traction came swiftly with the €2.7 million pre-seed round, validating their mission to translate academic breakthroughs into commercial quantum tech amid rising global interest in quantum physics.[1][2]
Planckian rides the quantum technology wave, particularly quantum thermodynamics and scalable computing, where market forces like surging demand for efficient energy storage (e.g., for EVs and grids) and fault-tolerant quantum systems favor qubit innovations.[1][2] Timing is ideal: post-2023 funding aligns with global quantum investments and material science advances, addressing classical limits in batteries and qubit wiring that stall progress toward practical quantum advantage.[1][3] By pushing qubit architectures into energy and computing, Planckian influences the ecosystem, accelerating spin-offs from academia, enabling diverse applications (e.g., drug discovery, optimization), and bridging Europe's quantum research to commercial impact.[1][2]
Planckian is poised to scale its superconducting chips and quantum batteries, with seed funds driving team growth and prototypes toward commercial pilots in energy and quantum computing.[2][4] Trends like hybrid quantum-classical systems and sustainable energy will shape its path, potentially unlocking qubit tech for industries facing scalability hurdles.[1][2] Its influence may evolve from pioneer to key enabler, powering the next quantum leap as wiring breakthroughs make large-scale systems viable—cementing its role at the forefront of efficient, qubit-driven innovation.[3]
Planckian has raised $3.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Planckian's investors include Deep Future, EUREKA! Venture, Moonstone Venture Capital, Safar Partners.
Planckian has raised $3.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $3.0M Seed in June 2023.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2023 | $3.0M Seed | Deep Future, EUREKA! Venture, Moonstone Venture Capital, Safar Partners |