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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Quantum Computing, Inc. Announces Key Leadership Promotions to Support Growth Strategy
Milan Begliarbekov promoted to Chief Operating Officer; Pouya Dianat promoted to Chief Revenue Officer HOBOKEN, N.J., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Computing Inc. ("QCi" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: QUBT), an innovative, integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company, today announced the promotion of two key executives to support the Company's next phase of strategic growth and commercialization. These leadership appointments build on recent milestones including completion of construction of QCi's quantum photonic chip foundry, as announced during the fourth quarter 2024 shareholder update call on March 20, 2025, and the successful execution of its pilot chip sales initiative. Milan Begliarbekov has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer and Pouya Dianat has been promoted to Chief Revenue Officer. These leadership advancements reflect QCi's commitment to accelerating the execution of its strategic initiatives across both product development and commercial expansion. Dr. Milan Begliarbekov has been the Director of Quantum Foundry since joining the Company in September 2022. In that role he was responsible for the design and construction of the Company's foundry in Tempe, Arizona, as well as overseeing the development and manufacturing of photonic materials, devices, and technologies including thin-film lithium niobate for advanced sensing and photonic computing applications. Dr. Begliarbekov brings more than 13 years of experience in nanofabrication, materials science, and scientific leadership. Prior to joining QCi, he served as a Research Assistant Professor and Director of the Nanofabrication Facility at the City University of New York (CUNY). In this role, he managed the design, commissioning, and operation of one of the region's leading nanofabrication centers, supporting academic and industrial users from early-stage startups to established corporations. His responsibilities included process development, equipment oversight, and the leadership of multiple scientific collaborations. In his new role as Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Begliarbekov will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations across QCi, driving manufacturing efficiency, ensuring quality control, and supporting the scaling of production to meet customer demand. He will also be managing the Company's strategy to develop advanced photonic circuits for the next generation of the Company's quantum computers. Dr. Pouya Dianat was previously the Director of Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) and Foundry Services at QCi, where he led business strategy, product development and management, and sales for the company's thin-film lithium niobate–based foundry platform, processing TFLN and other transition metal ferroelectrics for quantum and non-quantum applications. The unique optical properties of TFLN allow for faster, more efficient control of light, essential in quantum computing and communication. Dr. Dianat brings over a decade of experience in commercializing advanced photonic technologies. Before joining QCi, he was a market expert and Technical Director at OPTICA, where he focused on PIC and quantum technologies. Prior to that, he led business development and chip scale-up efforts in photonic detector product lines at Luminar Technologies, a leader in automotive LiDAR solutions. Dr. Dianat earned a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Drexel University, where he developed quantum-enhanced opto-plasmonic detectors, followed by a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Northwestern University. In his new role as Chief Revenue Officer, Dr. Dianat will be responsible for driving global commercial strategy, accelerating customer acquisition, and expanding revenue streams across all QCi machines and foundry offerings. "As we continue to scale our business and bring our technologies to market, strengthening our leadership team is essential to executing our strategy effectively," said Dr. William McGann, Chief Executive Officer of QCi. "Milan and Pouya have each been instrumental in driving our quantum and nanophotonic initiatives forward. Elevating them into these key roles strengthens our ability to deliver on the market opportunities in front of us, particularly in the datacom and telecom sectors, where we see growing demand for high-performance TFLN solutions. With the ribbon cutting of our quantum photonic chip foundry approaching, we are entering an exciting phase that positions us to accelerate both innovation and customer adoption." As part of QCi's growth strategy, the Company completed construction of its quantum photonic chip foundry in Tempe, Arizona in March 2025. Following the completion of construction, the foundry's upgraded ISO certification was finalized ahead of schedule. The foundry positions QCi to meet growing global demand for TFLN photonic chips, with a multi-phase plan to scale production and address high-value markets. "I'm honored to step into this new role and excited to help drive QCi's operational initiatives as we expand our footprint in quantum and photonic markets," said Milan Begliarbekov, Chief Operating Officer. "We have a clear roadmap ahead, and I look forward to working with the team to execute on our long-term vision." "This is an important time for QCi, and I'm enthusiastic to build and expand on the commercial traction we've established and to help accelerate the global adoption of our innovative technology," added Pouya Dianat, Chief Revenue Officer. "Our product and service offerings can solve business problems today and we're seeing growing interest from both government and industry partners. I am excited to support our customers in unlocking the full potential of our technologies." About Quantum Computing Inc. Quantum Computing Inc. (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines and TFLN foundry services to the world today. QCi's products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company's portfolio of core technologies and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, as well as remote sensing applications. Company Contact:Rosalyn Christian/John NesbettIMS Investor Relationsqci@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Quantum Computing Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Newsweek
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
World Series Champion Pitcher, Coach, Dies at 60
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Rod Nichols, who earned World Series rings as both a player and a coach, passed away on May 14. He was 60. Nichols spent the majority of his seven MLB seasons with the Cleveland Indians, who drafted him out of the University of New Mexico in the fifth round of the 1985 draft. More news: Former Cubs, Braves, Indians Pitcher Passes Away A native of Burlington, Iowa, Nichols played baseball at Albuquerque's Highland High School before starring at UNM. He was signed by scout Eddie Bane, who as the Angels' scouting director in 2009 would select high school outfielder Mike Trout. Objectively, Rod Nichols was one of the best prep base players to come out of ABQ in the last half century. 1982 Highland graduate. — James Yodice (@JamesDYodice) May 21, 2025 Nichols saw action in parts of four minor league seasons (1985-88) while climbing Cleveland's organizational ladder. He made his major league debut in Cleveland, starting on July 30, 1988 against the Minnesota Twins. A detail view of a hat and gloves during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 29, 2013 in Atlanta. A detail view of a hat and gloves during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 29, 2013 in Atlanta. Pouya Dianat/That was the first of Nichols' 91 games (48 starts) in an Indians uniform over the next five seasons (1988-92). In 1991, Nichols earned both a shutout win and a save in the same season, something no Cleveland pitcher would do again until 2014 (Carlos Carrasco). Nichols went 11-30 with a 4.39 ERA (93 ERA+) for Cleveland, and would make only nine major league appearances afterward. More news: Former MLB Outfielder, World Series Series Champion, Dies From Brain Injury A free agent for the first time, Nichols signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in January 1993. In his lone season in Los Angeles, Nichols appeared in four games out of the Dodgers' bullpen, going 0-1 with a 5.68 ERA. He also made 21 starts for the Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate. Nichols went 8-5 with a 4.30 ERA in his only season pitching for his hometown Albuquerque Dukes — the same team for whom he once served as a batboy. More news: Two-Time American League All-Star Infielder Passes Away Nichols signed with the Kansas City Royals for 1994 and went 5-10 with a 5.64 ERA for their Triple-A affiliate. He did not appear in the major leagues during the strike-shortened season. When the players' strike lifted in February 1995, Nichols signed with the Atlanta Braves. Although he spent most of the season in Triple-A, Nichols appeared in five games out of the Braves' bullpen in August of that year. After the Braves went on to defeat the Indians in the World Series, Nichols received his first championship ring. More news: Three-Time American League All-Star, World Series Champion, Passes Away That also marked the end of Nichols' major league playing career. He spent all of 1996 in Triple-A, and signed in Japan for the 1997 season. He made only three appearances for the Fukuoka Daiei Hawks under legendary manager Sadaharu Oh. In 2000, Nichols took his first coaching job as a pitching coach with the Philadelphia Phillies' Class-A affiliate. Nichols spent another 12 seasons coaching at various minor league levels before he was named the Phillies' bullpen coach in 2013. He picked up another World Series ring when the Phillies won the championship in 2008. More news: Hall of Fame Coach, Influential Mentor to Two MLB General Managers, Dies After three seasons in Philadelphia, Nichols returned to Triple-A as the Iowa Cubs' pitching coach in 2016, a job he held through the 2019 season. The Cubs' 2016 championship afforded Nichols the third ring of his career. A member of the The New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame, Nichols is survived by his wife, Sharon, their three children, and one grandchild. For more MLB news, visit Newsweek Sports.
