According to a recent LinkedIn post from Qunnect, the company is operating a live quantum network linking nodes in downtown Manhattan, Brooklyn, Columbia University and New York University. The post references coverage by New Scientist, positioning New York City as an early hub for quantum networking infrastructure using existing fiber rather than new cabling.
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The post suggests that key potential users of this network include financial institutions, national labs and research universities located near the deployed fiber. For investors, this could indicate that Qunnect is moving from concept to deployment, potentially strengthening its competitive position in quantum communications and making it a more visible partner candidate for enterprises and public-sector stakeholders in the New York region.
The emphasis on infrastructure that is “already live” and “quantum-ready” may imply a shorter path to early revenue opportunities compared with firms still in the research stage. If Qunnect can convert nearby institutions into pilot or paying customers, the installed footprint in New York could serve as a reference deployment and proof-of-concept, supporting future expansion and funding prospects in the emerging quantum internet market.