# CavilinQ

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/cavilinq

- Industry: Hardware
- Headquarters: Cambridge, US
- Website: www.cavilinq.com
- Total disclosed funding: $8.8M
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 6, 2026)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Based in Cambridge, US, founded in 2025, CavilinQ Inc. specializes in quantum technology solutions. The company was co-founded by Shankar Menon (CEO as of 2026), Brandon Grinkemeyer, Mikhail Lukin and Hannes Bernien. In March 2026, CavilinQ Inc. raised INR 8.76 million in seed funding led by QVT Financial, with participation from Safar Partners, MFV Partners, Serendipity Capital, Harper Court Ventures.  

CavilinQ specializes in scalable quantum solutions designed to tackle intricate computational challenges across various industries. Their offerings utilize advanced quantum technologies to improve processing capabilities for data-intensive applications, targeting sectors such as finance, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. These solutions are crafted for both enterprise organizations and research institutions, serving a diverse client base that spans globally, with a particular emphasis on North America and Europe.

CavilinQ’s revenue model is based on subscription services and direct partnerships with enterprises requiring advanced quantum computing solutions. Clients engage through tailored contracts providing access to proprietary quantum algorithms and dedicated support. The structure primarily involves B2B agreements, where companies subscribe to a suite of quantum solutions tailored to their operational needs, including specialized software for data optimization and predictive analytics, thus ensuring a steady revenue stream.

The company plans to use the March 2026 funding to accelerate the engineering and fabrication of its interconnect hardware.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 6, 2026, $8.8M — QVT Financial, MFV Partners, Safar Partners, Serendipity Capital

## Investors

- QVT Financial — Seed
- MFV Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mfv-partners) — Seed
- Safar Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/safar-partners) — Seed
- Serendipity Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/serendipity-capital) — Seed